Comparison

A1 vs Speak German

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

Head to head
About

A1

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
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A1-Deutsch is the mobile version of A1-Deutschkurs: a1.vhs-lernportal.de You can learn German for free at A1 level. A1 German (A1-Deutsch) is the mobile version of the mobile version of the A1 German Course (A1-Deutschkurs) at https://vhs-lernportal.de. The app allows you to use all the functions of the A1 German Course offline on your smartphone. Features - 12 lessons - A range of exercises - Vocabulary and phrase trainer - Practise reading, writing, listening and speaking - Menu navigation and usage instructions available in 20 languages - Free - Use it offline - Recognised by the BAMF as a teaching aid for courses You will find our free German courses at levels A1, A2, B1, B2 and C1 at https://vhs-lernportal.de You can use them with any standard web browser, regardless of the device. The German courses build up your linguistic abilities systematically. Regular tests help you keep track of your progress. The VHS learning portal is an offering of German Adult Education Association e.V. It is funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. We look forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions, suggestions or problems, please send us an e-mail at info@vhs-lernportal.de

About

Speak German

Features
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SipLingo — Learn German for real life. SipLingo helps you actually speak German — at work, at the doctor, at the Bürgeramt, and with the people around you every day. Most apps spread across 100+ languages. SipLingo does one thing, deeply: German. And it explains everything in YOUR language, so you always understand why. Speak from day one Have real spoken conversations with an AI partner that talks back, listens, and gently corrects you — turn by turn. No memorizing endless word lists. Just real German speaking practice that builds confidence and fluency. Feedback in your own language This is what makes SipLingo different. After you speak, you get clear corrections and explanations in your native language — not buried in confusing German grammar terms. Finally understand your mistakes and fix them fast. A daily challenge to build the habit Every day brings one focused German conversation, picked around your interests. Keep your streak alive and make speaking German part of your routine. Practice as much as you want Go beyond the daily challenge with unlimited lessons across the topics you need most: everyday situations, bureaucracy and paperwork, health and doctor visits, housing, work and job interviews, transport, and shopping — plus travel, sport, food, culture, tech, and small talk. Take one lesson or ten, at your own pace. Learn at your level — A1 to B2 Whether you're a complete beginner (A1) or already conversational (B2), SipLingo adapts every conversation to your level. Beginners get on-screen translation and key phrases first, so you're never lost. See your progress Get detailed feedback after every session — 4 skills, perfect sentences, common errors, and new words — plus streaks, XP, levels, and weekly stats. Why learners choose SipLingo - German only — not a jack-of-all-languages app - Corrections explained in a language you already know - Real spoken practice, not just flashcards - Built for real life in German-speaking countries Subscription & free trial SipLingo is a subscription with a free trial, so you can try it before you pay. Choose a monthly or annual plan. Payment is charged to your account at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your account settings. Prices vary by region and are always shown in the app before you subscribe. Start speaking German today — and finally feel at home in your new language. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://siplingo.com/privacy_policy/siplingo_privacy_policy.html Questions? support@siplingo.com

Screenshots

A14 screens
Speak German4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: A1 at none against Speak German's 2. A1 also leads on iOS requirement (12.1 vs 15.0). Speak German's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs every 24 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. Speak German sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. A1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

A1 ships an update every 24 months, Speak German every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
A1 versus Speak German: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterA1Speak German
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (24 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews68.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings24 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 24 monthsEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.1 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB85 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeutscher Volkshochschul-Verband e.V.Zhivko Gerasimov

In-app purchases

None

A1

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Speak German

Subscriptions2
  • SipLingo Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • SipLingo Pro - Annual7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is A1 free?
A1 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Speak German free?
Speak German is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do A1 or Speak German have ads?
Neither A1 nor Speak German shows ads.
Which is updated more often, A1 or Speak German?
A1 ships an update every 24 months, and Speak German every 10 days. Most recently, A1 was updated on November 11, 2026 and Speak German on November 10, 2026.

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