# A1 vs Learn German with Seedlang

The clearest difference is rating: Learn German with Seedlang at 4.9 against A1's 4.3. Learn German with Seedlang also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 24 months) and review sentiment (92% vs 68%). A1's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 16.4). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Learn German with Seedlang sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. A1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Learn German with Seedlang holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn German with Seedlang has 1.8K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of A1's written reviews are positive against 92% of Learn German with Seedlang's.

A1 ships an update every 24 months, Learn German with Seedlang every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on November 7, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | A1 | Learn German with Seedlang |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a1-deutsch/id1465253269/reviews) | **[4.9 (1.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-german-with-seedlang/id1521550965/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **1.8K** |
| Positive reviews | 68.3% of reviews | **92.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 24 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 69 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Deutscher Volkshochschul-Verband e.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/796434153) | [Seedlang, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1521550967) |

## What reviewers say

### A1

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a1-deutsch/id1465253269)

Learn German for free at the A1 level with this mobile application. It offers 12 lessons, vocabulary trainers, and practice for all language skills. The app can be used offline and is recognized as a teaching aid.

**Highlights:** 12 German lessons, Vocabulary and phrase trainer, Reading, writing, listening, speaking practice, Offline functionality, Menu navigation in 20 languages, Recognized teaching aid

**In-app purchases:** none


### Learn German with Seedlang

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-german-with-seedlang/id1521550965)

Improve your German speaking and listening with interactive video stories and unique flashcards. Practice pronunciation by comparing your speech to native speakers and access grammar explanations when you make mistakes. Customize your learning with a vocabulary trainer and test your skills in a trivia game.

**Highlights:** Interactive video stories, Video and speaking flashcards, Pronunciation practice with native speakers, Embedded grammar explanations, Customizable vocabulary trainer, German comprehension trivia game

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Seedlang Pro Membership | $8.99 | per month |
| Pro Membership - 3-Months | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Seedlang Pro Membership | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Engaging and memorable content
- 👍 Useful for improving listening and speaking skills
- 👍 Great variety of exercises
- 👍 Tailored to user's level
- 👍 Comprehensive and thorough

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional issues with recording playback
- 🐛 Syncing and login problems for some users
- 💰 Subscription cost could be a barrier for some
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes reported
- 🐛 Difficulty navigating the app for some users

**Reported bugs**

- Logging out and unable to log back in
- Inconsistent performance on different devices
- Microphone issues when using certain headphones

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- More detailed grammar explanations
- Improved sentence translation exercises
- Ability to create custom vocabulary lists
- Expanded language options beyond German


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A1 free?

A1 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Learn German with Seedlang free?

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

### Which has better reviews, A1 or Learn German with Seedlang?

Learn German with Seedlang is rated higher. A1 averages 4.3 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Learn German with Seedlang averages 4.9 from 1.8K ratings.

### Do A1 or Learn German with Seedlang have ads?

Neither A1 nor Learn German with Seedlang shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, A1 or Learn German with Seedlang?

A1 ships an update every 24 months, and Learn German with Seedlang every 2 weeks. Most recently, A1 was updated on November 7, 2026 and Learn German with Seedlang on November 7, 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.*