Comparison

Linga vs sBoard

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

sBoard

Features
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S-Boards is a medical education platform created to support physicians and medical trainees in preparing effectively for board examinations and strengthening their clinical knowledge. The platform focuses on practical, case-based learning that reflects real clinical practice and the format commonly used in board examinations. Through carefully designed board-style multiple-choice questions and realistic clinical scenarios, S-Boards helps physicians develop strong diagnostic reasoning and evidence-based decision-making skills. S-Boards emphasizes high-yield medical knowledge and guideline-based management. The content is organized to help physicians focus on the most important topics commonly tested in board exams while also improving their clinical confidence in everyday medical practice. The platform presents complex medical concepts in a clear and structured format that supports efficient studying and long-term retention.

Screenshots

Linga4 screens
sBoard4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: sBoard at none against Linga's 10. Linga's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. sBoard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Linga versus sBoard: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLingasBoard
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (198 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings198 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.5 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB38 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperAndrei SavchukAWAMER ALSHABAKA

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

sBoard

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
None

sBoard

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linga free?
Linga is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is sBoard free?
sBoard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Linga or sBoard have ads?
Neither Linga nor sBoard shows ads.

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