Comparison

Basic and Advanced Grammar vs Idioms In Use

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

Head to head
About

Basic and Advanced Grammar

Features
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Build a stronger English foundation without getting lost in a complicated interface. Basic and Advanced Grammar brings grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, reading, practice, and targeted review into one focused learning path from A1 to C1. LEARN GRAMMAR CLEARLY β€’ Keep access to all 172 learning lessons from the original appβ€”always free β€’ Study 120 structured A1–C1 grammar lessons β€’ Learn with clear explanations, English examples, common mistakes, and practice activities β€’ Revisit weak topics after quizzes instead of reviewing everything again GROW YOUR VOCABULARY β€’ Explore 4,318 A1–C1 words β€’ See IPA pronunciation and hear words with your device’s voice β€’ Practice words in short, manageable sessions β€’ Use quiz results to focus on vocabulary that needs more work PRACTICE PRONUNCIATION AND READING β€’ Speak words and phrases, then compare recognized speech after granting microphone and speech-recognition permission β€’ Read 10 original stories and articles across CEFR levels β€’ Check comprehension with questions and explanations PREPARE WITH ORIGINAL EXAM PRACTICE Try 36 compact practice mocks with 216 original questions covering 12 widely used English exams: IELTS Academic, IELTS General Training, TOEFL iBT, Cambridge A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First and C1 Advanced, PTE Academic, TOEIC Listening & Reading, Duolingo English Test, YDS, and YΓ–KDΔ°L. The first mock for every exam is free. Additional mocks are included with Premium. These are compact learning activities, not full-length reproductions of the official exams. LEARN YOUR WAY β€’ See progress and weak areas in one place β€’ Get review suggestions based on your quiz results β€’ Start without creating an account β€’ Keep learning progress on your device PREMIUM Choose a monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription to unlock all premium lessons, the complete vocabulary experience, premium readings, and additional exam mocks. Premium also removes advertising. Prices are shown in the app before purchase. You can manage or cancel a subscription in your Apple Account settings and restore eligible purchases in the app. Exam names and related marks belong to their respective owners. Basic and Advanced Grammar is an independent learning app and is not affiliated with, approved by, or endorsed by any exam provider. All practice questions and reading material in the app are original. Terms of Use (Apple Standard EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Idioms In Use

Features
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Master over 1,000 essential English idioms naturally through clear explanations, authentic real-world examples, and smart interactive practice. Whether preparing for IELTS, international exams, professional interviews, or simply aiming to speak more like a native, this app gives you the complete toolkit to understand and remember idiomatic expressions effortlessly. WHY YOU WILL LOVE IT: - 62 Structured Lessons: Organized logically by everyday topics, vivid imagery, and common keywords from beginner to advanced. - Clear Meanings and Registers: Understand exact definitions, formal vs. informal usage, grammar notes, and alternative forms. - Audio Pronunciation: Clean on-device speech playback for every idiom so you speak with confidence. - Interactive Practice: Reinforce your knowledge with single-choice quizzes, fill-in-the-blanks, and matching exercises with instant feedback. - Spaced Repetition (SRS): Built-in SuperMemo-2 smart algorithm automatically schedules reviews right before you forget, moving idioms into your permanent long-term memory. - Personal Notebook: Bookmark expressions you encounter in daily life and add your own custom context notes or memory cues. - Track Your Mastery: Stay motivated with daily streaks, goal celebrations, star ratings, and milestone achievement badges. LEARN WITH ZERO DISTRACTIONS: - 100% Offline: All lessons, exercises, and audio work completely without an internet connection, perfect for your commute. - No Ads, No Tracking: Your learning data stays strictly private on your device. - Fair and Transparent: Core introductory units are free forever. Upgrade once with a single in-app purchase to unlock all 62 units for life, with no recurring subscriptions. Start learning today and express yourself with confidence!

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

Basic and Advanced Grammar and Idioms In Use are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Basic and Advanced Grammar sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Idioms In Use sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Basic and Advanced Grammar versus Idioms In Use: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBasic and Advanced GrammarIdioms In Use
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 81 monthsβ€”
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac β€” better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size33 MB29 MB
Age rating12+4+
Developeririn TanrverdiHoa Nguyen Quang

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Basic and Advanced Grammar

Subscriptions2
  • Grammar Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Grammar Premium Yearly$29.991 Year
1 purchases

Idioms In Use

One-time1
  • Idioms Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Basic and Advanced Grammar free?
Basic and Advanced Grammar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Idioms In Use free?
Idioms In Use is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Basic and Advanced Grammar or Idioms In Use have ads?
Both Basic and Advanced Grammar and Idioms In Use show ads.

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