Comparison

Linga vs Stories

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

Head to head
About

Linga

Master languages by reading real books. Tap any word for instant translation and detailed dictionary information. Build your vocabulary with flashcards and spaced repetition, and practice pronunciation with native audio.

Highlights
  • Read books in foreign languages
  • Instant word translation and dictionary
  • Vocabulary builder and flashcards
  • Native audio pronunciation
  • Import your own books
  • Learning games and progress tracking
Features
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Ever wanted to learn Spanish or French by reading real books? With Linga, you can! Linga turns reading into an immersive way to master languages naturally — perfect for intermediate and advanced learners. Explore over 1,000+ books across Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian, and English. Read stories you love, tap any word for translation, and grow your vocabulary effortlessly. READ REAL BOOKS IN FOREIGN LANGUAGES: - Build your bookshelf with novels, stories, and classics. - Import your own EPUB, PDF, MOBI, FB2, or TXT files. - Learn through context just like real native readers. INSTANT TRANSLATIONS & DICTIONARY: - Tap any word or phrase for instant translation and detailed dictionary info. - See definitions, synonyms, and grammar notes without leaving the page. - A built-in translator for Spanish, French, German, and more. VOCABULARY BUILDER & FLASHCARDS: - Save new words with one tap to your personal vocabulary list. - Add notes, organize by themes, and study later. - Review words using spaced repetition, flashcards (like Anki). PRACTICE PRONUNCIATION: - Hear native audio for words and sentences — even offline. - Improve your accent and sound more natural in any language. LEARNING GAMES & PROGRESS TRACKING: - Play vocabulary games and quizzes to reinforce memory. - Set daily goals and monitor your progress over time. - Stay motivated with streaks and personalized stats. SUPPORTED LEARNING LANGUAGES: - Spanish • French • German • Italian • Russian • English Whether you’re learning for travel, study, or fluency, Linga helps you learn languages by reading real content — faster, smarter, and more enjoyably than ever. Download Linga today and start your bilingual reading adventure! Your feedback helps us improve! Contact us at: support@linga.io Privacy Policy: https://linga.io/privacy Terms of Use: https://linga.io/terms

About

Stories

Learn languages by reading engaging stories and news articles tailored to your level. Instantly translate words, save them for review with smart flashcards, and get help from an AI tutor for grammar and vocabulary practice. Enjoy a distraction-free reading experience with no ads.

Highlights
  • 1000+ graded stories
  • Instant word translation
  • Smart flashcards
  • AI tutor for grammar
  • Daily news articles
  • Listening mode
  • Verb conjugation practice
Features
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Learn languages by reading stories you actually enjoy, then turn what you read into vocabulary you remember. Story Languages helps you learn naturally with thousands of graded stories in 9 languages: Arabic, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish. Read at your level from beginner to fluent, explore classic literature, and hear how the language is really spoken in short video clips. How it works: Read a story at your level. Tap any word for instant translation and pronunciation. Save new words in one tap. Review them later with smart flashcards and spaced repetition. Need help while you read? Your built-in AI tutor explains grammar, translates phrases in context, and quizzes you on saved vocabulary based on what you’re reading. Story Languages includes: - Graded stories across 4 difficulty levels - Short video clips with subtitles you can tap to translate - Instant word and phrase translation in context - Smart flashcards for long-term retention - AI tutor for grammar, explanations, and quizzes - Interactive verb conjugation practice - Listening mode for reading and audio practice - Streaks, word tracking, and recall progress - Dark mode, RTL support, and a clean, distraction-free design - No ads, no clutter If you want a language learning app built around real reading, vocabulary growth, and everyday practice, Story Languages gives you everything in one place. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://storylanguages.com/privacy

Screenshots

Linga4 screens
Stories4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Linga at 195 against Stories's 1. Stories's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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. Linga sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Stories sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.90 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Linga against 5.0 for Stories. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linga has 195 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Linga ships an update every 2 weeks, Stories every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Linga versus Stories: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLingaStories
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (195 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews93.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings195 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.515.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB81 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperAndrei SavchukFatih Demirci

Customer experience

Linga

All ratings177 ratings
Positive98.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative1.1%
Written reviews58 reviews
Positive93.1%
Neutral3.4%
Negative3.4%

Stories

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Linga

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Inaccurate reading time counter
  • Offline dictionary download issues causing overheating
  • Blue highlighted words not always displaying
  • Mislabeled language support (e.g., Dutch vs. German)
  • Error in app translation on the first page

Requested features

9 requests
  • Add bionic font
  • Add widgets for quick access or reading progress
  • Add Chinese language support
  • Add option to use target language for definitions
  • Add Mac, iPad, and iPhone home screen widgets
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  • Improve offline functionality
  • Automatically remove word endings when adding to dictionary
  • Add a permanent 'home' button
  • Support larger file sizes for uploads

Stories

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Linga

Subscriptions4
  • Linga PRO Monthly Offer$4.991 Month
  • Monthly$5.491 Month
  • Linga PRO Annual Offer$44.991 Year
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  • Annual$54.991 Year
One-time6
  • Lifetime with 50% off$12.99
  • Lifetime with 30% off$17.99
  • Lifetime$25.99
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  • Lifetime with 50% off$54.99
  • Lifetime with 30% off$76.99
  • Lifetime$109.99
2 purchases

Stories

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$12.901 Month
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$59.901 Year

Questions

Is Linga free?
Linga is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Stories free?
Stories is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Linga or Stories?
Stories is rated higher. Linga averages 4.9 out of 5 from 195 ratings, while Stories averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Linga or Stories have ads?
Neither Linga nor Stories shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Linga or Stories?
Linga ships an update every 2 weeks, and Stories every 4 days. Most recently, Linga was updated on October 25, 2026 and Stories on October 24, 2026.

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