# A1 vs Learn Polish (Beginners)

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: A1 at none against Learn Polish (Beginners)'s 9. A1 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.0). Learn Polish (Beginners)'s advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 24 months). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Learn Polish (Beginners) sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. A1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Learn Polish (Beginners) holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 24 and 53 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of A1's written reviews are positive against 93% of Learn Polish (Beginners)'s.

A1 ships an update every 24 months, Learn Polish (Beginners) monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | A1 | Learn Polish (Beginners) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a1-deutsch/id1465253269/reviews) | **[4.7 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-polish-beginners/id6443906144/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 24 | **53** |
| Positive reviews | 68.3% of reviews | **93.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 24 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 169 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.1** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Deutscher Volkshochschul-Verband e.V.](https://appshunter.io/developer/796434153) | [BNR LANGUAGES INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1622487401) |

## 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 Polish (Beginners)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-polish-beginners/id6443906144)

Master Polish with a comprehensive, self-paced course designed for beginners. Learn vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation through interactive exercises and native audio. Study offline anytime, anywhere, and track your progress.

**Highlights:** Offline Polish course, Learn alphabet and vocabulary, Practice reading, writing, listening, Native audio recordings, Review mode for reinforcement, Interactive exercises with images, Weekly user rankings

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlock all categories | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlock all categories | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlock all categories | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlock all categories | $44.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock categories - lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Unlock categories - lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A1 free?

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

### Is Learn Polish (Beginners) free?

Learn Polish (Beginners) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, A1 or Learn Polish (Beginners)?

Learn Polish (Beginners) is rated higher. A1 averages 4.3 out of 5 from 24 ratings, while Learn Polish (Beginners) averages 4.7 from 53 ratings.

### Do A1 or Learn Polish (Beginners) have ads?

Learn Polish (Beginners) shows ads; A1 does not.

### Which is updated more often, A1 or Learn Polish (Beginners)?

A1 ships an update every 24 months, and Learn Polish (Beginners) monthly. Most recently, A1 was updated on October 29, 2026 and Learn Polish (Beginners) on October 30, 2026.

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