Comparison

iTranslate Lingo vs CATALYST for Learning

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

Head to head
About

iTranslate Lingo

Learn new languages playfully with short, daily lessons. Focus on vocabulary, spelling, listening, and pronunciation with interactive exercises and progress tracking. Unlock all features with a PRO subscription.

Highlights
  • Learn 14 languages
  • Short daily lessons (5 mins)
  • Vocabulary and spelling practice
  • Audio and pronunciation training
  • Personalized learning categories
  • Progress tracking and awards
Features
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Introducing iTranslate Lingo: The easiest way to learn a language. With iTranslate Lingo, we’ve made sure to put FUN at the heart of language learning, by designing an app that helps you easily and playfully learn a new language. It's pretty simple: ** 4 Words per Lesson ** 5 Minutes per Day ** 1K Words in 8 Months! FEATURES: • Learn up to 14 languages including English, Chinese, Korean, Russian, German, French or Spanish. • Choose from 3 skill levels for each language. • Personalize your language learning with 30+ categories. • Effective & simple exercises: Choose the correct translation from a list of four words. It’s as simple as it sounds. • Type and improve your spelling skills! Everything you write will be automatically corrected. • Get excellent audio training and take your listening skills to the next level. Achieve impressive results immediately. • With tailored pronunciation lessons, you will learn how to speak clearly in no time! • Correct mistakes to achieve the best results. • Review my Words: Improve your language skills in a playful way. • Improve & celebrate your progress and earn awards. • And the best part: Subscribe to PRO and get access to ALL apps within the iTranslate App Suite Learn more about iTranslate Lingo: https://www.itranslate.com/lingo SUPPORT Visit https://www.itranslate.com/support/ or contact us at help@itranslate.com Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/iTranslateApp Like & share on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itranslateapp Learn more about iTranslate: https://www.itranslate.com Supported languages: Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish For a Complete Language overview: www.itranslate.com/Lingo --- Auto Renewable Subscription Terms: Subscriptions are billed monthly or annually at the rate selected depending on the subscription plan. The price corresponds to the same price segment, which are set in the "Apple's App Store Matrix" for other currencies. * Your free trial subscription will automatically renew to a paid subscription unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the free trial period. * Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. * You can cancel a free trial or subscription anytime by turning off auto-renewal through your iTunes account settings. This must be done 24 hours before the end of a free trial or subscription period to avoid being charged. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period, and you will be downgraded to the free service. * Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal. Privacy Policy: https://support.bendingspoons.com/privacy.html?app=1436833817 Terms of Service: https://support.bendingspoons.com/tos.html?app=1436833817 Contact us: help@itranslate.com An internet connection is required to use the app. To use the offline mode, you need to download language packs.

About

CATALYST for Learning

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CATALYST is a longitudinal formative assessment platform based on cognitive learning principles designed to promote more durable and complex learning. CATALYST offers practice-relevant content at spaced intervals with immediate feedback and related reference materials. It also offers mobile accessibility, improvement resources and short questions to fit busy schedules. CATALYST can be customized to meet client requirements and presents an alternative format for low/medium-stakes assessments as well as more high-stakes examinations traditionally administered by specialty medical boards.

Screenshots

iTranslate Lingo4 screens
CATALYST for Learning4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CATALYST for Learning at none against iTranslate Lingo's 4. CATALYST for Learning also leads on iOS requirement (10.0 vs 13.0). iTranslate Lingo's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 48 months). On price, ads and device support 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. iTranslate Lingo sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. CATALYST for Learning asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

iTranslate Lingo ships an update every 2 weeks, CATALYST for Learning every 48 months. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
iTranslate Lingo versus CATALYST for Learning: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameteriTranslate LingoCATALYST for Learning
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (4.5K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews39.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings4.5K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 48 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.010.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size156 MB4 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperMosaic S.r.l.Internet Testing Systems (ITS)

Bugs and requests

iTranslate Lingo

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Free version only allows one lesson
  • Subscription charges even after cancellation
  • Inconsistent app behavior after updates

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add more language options
  • Implement a review/practice mode for previously learned words
  • Improve speech recognition accuracy
  • Allow users to revisit past lessons
  • Provide more detailed feedback on mistakes

CATALYST for Learning

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

4 purchases

iTranslate Lingo

Subscriptions4
  • iTranslate Lingo PRO7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • iTranslate Lingo PRO$4.991 Month
  • iTranslate Lingo PRO7 Days trial$6.991 Month
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  • iTranslate Lingo PRO7 Days trial$39.991 Year
None

CATALYST for Learning

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is iTranslate Lingo free?
iTranslate Lingo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CATALYST for Learning free?
CATALYST for Learning is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do iTranslate Lingo or CATALYST for Learning have ads?
Neither iTranslate Lingo nor CATALYST for Learning shows ads.
Which is updated more often, iTranslate Lingo or CATALYST for Learning?
iTranslate Lingo ships an update every 2 weeks, and CATALYST for Learning every 48 months. Most recently, iTranslate Lingo was updated on October 12, 2026 and CATALYST for Learning on October 7, 2026.

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