The Planet Speaks vs Alias Pro
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
The Planet Speaks
Learn new languages effectively with a scientifically proven spaced repetition system enhanced by machine learning. This app offers a diverse learning experience using visuals, audio, and video from native speakers to build strong connections to the content.
- Spaced repetition system with machine learning
- Audio and video from native speakers
- Over 70 hours of video content
- Covers 9 essential languages
- 5800+ essential words and phrases
- Privacy-focused data handling
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There is a myth that learning a new language is difficult. But that is not really true - with a little time and the proper tools, it is quite easy. The main problem with learning a new language is that people expect amazing results really quickly. This is a normal human desire, but it often distracts us from achieving good, retainable outcomes. The Planet Speaks - is a tool designed to provide solid learning results. We have specifically built our system to be as effective as possible by incorporating different learning methods. We start with a scientifically proven spaced repetition system. We push that system to the limits by using machine learning algorithms. The Planet Speaks app continuously monitors your answers, in order to generate the best lessons for you, and choose the words you need to learn. You will repeat words at the right time, and as frequently as you need, to really get a solid grasp of the lesson. It is widely known that you learn better when you have more connections to the content in different parts of your brain. You learn through visual images, audio presentation, how completely you are able to incorporate the content, and how often you are presented with material. Pronunciation of words, how they are used in phrases, even body movement - those factors all add to your learning efficiency. At The Planet Speaks, we utilize many different methods that your mind uses to learn - pictures, pronunciation or drawing, videos with native speakers, and so much more. We made the app that we would want to use to learn a new language. You will find: - 9 languages to learn - English, Chinese, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Japanese, Russian, German. We are about to add more languages in future updates. - 5800+ most essential and frequently used words and phrases. We cover all topics that might occur in daily usage. - We provide audio and video for all words and phrases that are used in the lesson, spoken by real native speakers. You will have more than 70 hours of video for your learning experience. - This diverse learning system covers almost all of your senses, plus we have 10 additional exercises to reinforce your learning experience. - A spaced repetition system improved by machine learning, that will generate the right lessons for you. - Privacy - we don't collect and sell any of your data. It's just that simple. The Planet Speaks is a subscription-based app. You will be able to try it before you subscribe, with no commitments. We are a small team, and we are working hard to make a fair product that works well for you, and meets our teaching goals. We are open to any comments and suggestions. If you find a bug or something needs a correction, if you want to add some additional functionality in the app, if you want your language to be added, or if you just want to say Hi, please contact us. We are always happy to hear from you and meet new people. Contact us at hello@theplanetspeaks.com SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION The Planet Speaks - is a subscription based app. You will be able to try it before subscribing. We have 3 tiers that you can choose from - monthly, annually and quarterly. Prices are set according to your region and currency. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless it is cancelled at least 24-hours before the end of the current subscription period. Your account will be charged for renewal within the 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Automatic renewal will cost the same price you were initially charged for the subscription. You can turn off auto-renewal by going to your Account Settings on the App Store after purchase. For more information, please visit: theplanetspeaks.app/privacy.html theplanetspeaks.app/terms.html https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Alias Pro
This app offers a word-guessing game designed to enhance vocabulary and language learning. It features built-in translation tools, the ability to create custom dictionaries, and progress tracking to motivate users. Upgrade to unlock special features and expand your linguistic skills.
- Word explanation game mechanics
- In-game word translation
- Create custom word dictionaries
- Track learning progress and achievements
- Support for multiple languages (planned)
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You may have played ALIAS, a game where you explain concepts without using the exact word. The goal is to describe words using synonyms, antonyms, or hints so that your teammates can guess as many words as possible before the timer runs out. Our main goal was to create an app that would be convenient for learning languages and improving one's vocabulary. In addition to basic game functionality, we also added: - TRANSLATIONS: During the game, and before and after it, you can use your phone's built-in dictionary to translate every word. This way, you can try to explain even those words you didn't know before. You'll see that you'll remember new words better than if you simply skipped them and moved on. - YOUR OWN DICTIONARIES: In addition to playing basic dictionaries filtered by language level, you can create your own by importing words from any document or by using normal input. After that, you can play with your own words instead of the base ones. - TRACK YOUR PROGRESS: We have added statistics on game frequency, number of studied words, and achievements for successful learning of new dictionaries and regularity of classes. Tracking your progress will motivate you to practice even more. You can upgrade to the "Pro Version" to try out special functionality, or simply have fun playing the Alias game. We have big plans for this app. We plan to update it soon with support for more languages. In the meantime, we would be grateful to receive your feedback!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Alias Pro at 5.0 against The Planet Speaks's 4.0. Alias Pro also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription). The Planet Speaks's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). 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
Both are free to download. The Planet Speaks sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Alias Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Alias Pro holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | The Planet Speaks | Alias Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (4 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Subscription | Freemium — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 224 MB | 64 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alexey Demidov | Sergei Krupin |
Customer experience
The Planet Speaks
Alias Pro
In-app purchases
The Planet Speaks
- Monthly$5.991 Month
- Quarterly$14.993 Months
- Annually$49.991 Year
Alias Pro
- Alias Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
- Alias Pro Yearly7 Days trial$69.991 Year









