Comparison

Learn German + vs Emme German

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Learn German +

Master German with interactive lessons and a unique AI-powered virtual tutor. Practice real-life conversations, improve pronunciation with advanced speech recognition, and learn at your own pace through engaging exercises. Ideal for travelers and students.

Highlights
  • AI Virtual Tutor for conversation practice
  • 101 real-life situation lessons
  • 1,190 useful phrases
  • 5,277 vocabulary and pronunciation exercises
  • Advanced speech recognition for pronunciation
  • Offline functionality
  • Customizable study lists
Features
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Do you want to learn German quickly and have fun doing it? Learn German + by Vidalingua is the first language app of its kind with a Virtual Tutor you can chat with on any topic, using advanced AI with ChatGPT. The New York Times says “Apps from Vidalingua are hugely popular... they're free and they work offline, handy when you're actually abroad." Immerse yourself in real-life situations that you can use in the classroom or on a trip. Learn German + includes 101 lessons, 1,190 phrases and 5,277 exercises to help you become proficient in German in record time. Vidalingua is a leading developer of language apps with over 15 million users. See what others have to say. "Great for students! I teach at a bilingual school and it’s challenging to keep the students' attention. Apps are the best way to go and this offline app is one of my favorites." "I downloaded several free apps. Some are like games but I’m not sure I’m learning things I can use. This app has lessons that are immediately useful for talking to real people in real situations.” "Lingidy is a super fun way to learn German. It steps you through lessons you will need for a trip then throws in a few unexpected ones. Fun app. Bravo!" The Vidalingua Method Real-life Learning Other apps waste time on vocabulary and grammar you’ll rarely ever use. Learn German + jumps right to lessons that you can use immediately. Start by learning Greetings, Essentials and Questions to get a conversation started. Progress to helpful lessons such as Airports, Hotels and Directions. Make the most of your travels with lessons such as Museums, Movies and Making Friends. Understanding & Speaking Understanding German is a good start but speaking is critical. Learn German + provides advanced speech recognition to help you master pronunciation. Practice speaking at your own pace until you build the confidence to talk to others. Engaging Experience Some of the lessons in Learn German + teach the basics such as telling Time, using the Subway or Eating Out. Others are unique and amusing such as Limousines, Hot Tubs, Pick-up Lines and Rejections. Interactive exercises keep your attention and improve retention. Meerling the meerkat provides help and encouragement. Learn as you Like Other apps force you to learn in a specific order. Lingidy allows you to move through lessons, phrases and exercises freely. Features • 101 lessons for real-life situations like taking Taxis, arriving at a Hostel or asking about the Weather. Fun lessons such as Flirting and Swearing. • 1,190 useful phrases such as “Can you speak slowly?” and “Where is the closest cash machine?”. • 5,277 exercises to master vocabulary, pronunciation and comprehension. • Vocabulary exercises to help you master Numbers, Menus, even Cocktails. • Audio pronunciations. Choose accents and speed. • Select favorites to create your own study list. • Word Jumble Exercises challenges you to order words in a phrase correctly. • Pronunciation Exercises with advanced speech recognition to know if you say a phrase correctly. • Picture Exercises to choose the image that matches a word. • Write Exercises teaches you to understand spoken words & write them correctly. • Multiple Choice Exercises to recognize the correct translations of a phrase. • Set goals for yourself and track your learning progress. • Notifications for Daily Phrases & Streaks. Learn German fast and have fun doing it. Download Learn German + today! Terms & Conditions • Learn German + includes 12 free lessons and 101 lessons with a subscription. • Payment charged to iTunes Account at the end of the trial period. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off 24-hours before expiring. • Subscriptions may be managed by the user by going to the Account Settings after purchase. • Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription. Terms of Service https://vidalingua.com/terms-of-service

About

Emme German

Learn German with visual association techniques, from alphabets to daily conversations. This app offers a fun, gamified experience with pronunciation and writing practice. Suitable for all ages, it provides a structured path to mastering the German language.

Highlights
  • Visual association learning
  • Structured learning paths
  • Gamified learning experience
  • Pronunciation practice
  • Writing practice with AI
  • Customized learning pace
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Learn German effortlessly with visual association techniques. From alphabets to daily conversations, Emme German makes language learning enjoyable! Emme German is your personal language tutor right in the palm of your hand. With visual association techniques, learning German becomes easy and fun. Whether you’re mastering your native language, learning German as a second language, or just starting your language journey, Emme German will guide you every step of the way. # Emme German’s Unique Learning Method • Visual Association Learning: Connect vivid images with words to enhance memory and retention. • Diverse Learning Content: Structured learning paths from alphabets, numbers, words, sentences, to everyday conversations. • Gamified Learning Experience: Stay motivated with scoring systems and fun challenges. • Pronunciation Practice: Listen to native German speakers and practice accurate pronunciation. • Writing Practice: Practice handwriting and dictation with AI recognition. • Customized Learning Pace: Learn at your own speed, conveniently anytime and anywhere. # What You Can Learn • Letters and Numbers: Fundamental German skills from the basics. • Essential Vocabulary: Easily remember words through visual aids. • Practical Conversations: Expressions immediately usable in daily life, such as travel, shopping, and greetings. • Encyclopedia: Cultural background knowledge through integrated Wikipedia content. # Focused Language This version of the app focuses exclusively on German learning. # Fun Learning Experience • Cute Characters: Enjoy learning alongside delightful characters. • Intuitive Interface: Easy-to-use and user-friendly design. • Various Input Methods: Engage through microphone, pen, keyboard, and more. • Sense of Achievement: Rewards and a sense of accomplishment as you progress. # Why Choose Emme German? • Effective Learning Methodology: Enhance long-term memory through visual association. • Fun Learning Experience: Forget boring memorization—learn German while having fun. • Learn Anywhere: Efficient learning, even on-the-go or during short breaks. • Suitable for All Ages: Ideal for anyone from kids to adults wanting to learn German. # Start for Free! Emme German provides daily free learning points and basic features. Unlock unlimited learning points and additional content through premium in-app purchases. Begin your journey into the world of German with Emme German today. Experience how enjoyable language learning can truly be!

Screenshots

Learn German +4 screens
Emme German4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Learn German + at 249 against Emme German's 2. Emme German's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Learn German + sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Emme German sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Emme German holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn German + has 249 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of Learn German +'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Emme German's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Learn German + ships an update every 2 months, Emme German every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 21, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Learn German + versus Emme German: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn German +Emme German
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (249 ratings)5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.3% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings249 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 3 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.1
Further details — not scored
Size72 MB182 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperAscendo Inc.Gwansik Yi

Customer experience

Learn German +

All ratings248 ratings
Positive96.8%
Neutral2.4%
Negative0.8%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive93.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.7%

Emme German

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Learn German +

Subscriptions2
  • Lessons & Exercises (1-month)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Lessons & Exercises (1-year)7 Days trial$49.991 Year
4 purchases

Emme German

Subscriptions3
  • Infinite points for 3 months$1.993 Months
  • Monthly pass$6.991 Month
  • Annual pass$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime pass$159.00

Questions

Is Learn German + free?
Learn German + is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Emme German free?
Emme German is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Learn German + or Emme German?
Emme German is rated higher. Learn German + averages 4.8 out of 5 from 249 ratings, while Emme German averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.
Do Learn German + or Emme German have ads?
Neither Learn German + nor Emme German shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Learn German + or Emme German?
Learn German + ships an update every 2 months, and Emme German every 3 months. Most recently, Learn German + was updated on October 21, 2026 and Emme German on October 20, 2026.

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