# Kalimate vs Short Learn

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Kalimate at none against Short Learn's 13. Kalimate also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (95% vs 80%). Short Learn's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months). On price, rating and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Short Learn sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Kalimate asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Kalimate against 5.0 for Short Learn. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kalimate has 20 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 95% of Kalimate's written reviews are positive against 80% of Short Learn's.

Kalimate ships an update every 6 months, Short Learn weekly. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Kalimate | Short Learn |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (20 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kalimate/id1318269026/reviews) | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-learn-learn-languages/id6753324162/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **20** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **95.5% of reviews** | 80.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 36 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Radwan EL MANTI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1318269025) | [YANIS CHERIFI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829149688) |

## What reviewers say

### Kalimate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kalimate/id1318269026)

Master Arabic vocabulary and verb conjugations with this comprehensive learning tool. Build your personal dictionary, practice with fun exercises, and track your progress. Learn anytime, anywhere, even offline.

**Highlights:** Personalized Arabic word dictionary, Verb conjugation and Masdar lookup, Themed vocabulary lists, Interactive learning exercises, Offline access, Progress tracking statistics, Word pronunciation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Short Learn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-learn-learn-languages/id6753324162)

Learn languages using your favorite videos and music. This app transforms content from platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and Spotify into interactive lessons with vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation practice. It offers a built-in flashcard system for review and aims for daily micro-learning.

**Highlights:** Learn from videos (TikTok, Instagram), Learn from music (Spotify, Apple Music), Integrated flashcard system, Speaking practice with feedback, Multiple language support, Daily micro-learning sessions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly pro subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly pro subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly premium subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| 3 months pro subscription | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Monthly pro subscription | $13.99 | per month |
| Annual premium subscription | $22.99 | per year |
| 3 months pro | $22.99 | per 3 months |
| Annual Premium Subscription | $34.99 | per year |
| Annual pro subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual pro subscription no trial | $59.99 | per year |
| Starter Pack 5 lessons | $0.99 | one-time |
| Student Pack 15 lessons | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pro Pack 30 lessons | $3.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Kalimate free?

Kalimate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Short Learn free?

Short Learn is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Kalimate or Short Learn?

Kalimate and Short Learn are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 20 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do Kalimate or Short Learn have ads?

Short Learn shows ads; Kalimate does not.

### Which is updated more often, Kalimate or Short Learn?

Kalimate ships an update every 6 months, and Short Learn weekly. Most recently, Kalimate was updated on June 1, 2026 and Short Learn on September 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*