# Dot Languages vs ListLang

The clearest difference is rating: ListLang at 4.6 against Dot Languages's 4.2. ListLang also leads on review sentiment (89% vs 72%) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.5). Dot Languages's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dot Languages sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month and ListLang sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ListLang holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 55 and 38 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Dot Languages's written reviews are positive against 89% of ListLang's.

Dot Languages ships an update every 5 days, ListLang every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dot Languages | ListLang |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-languages/id1547286120/reviews) | **[4.6 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listlang-languages-to-fluency/id1640739764/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **55** | 38 |
| Positive reviews | 72.2% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 198 MB | 78 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dot Languages ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547286122) | [Klavena LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1744186675) |

## What reviewers say

### Dot Languages

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-languages/id1547286120)

Master Mandarin Chinese with engaging texts tailored to your skill level, from beginner to advanced. Practice reading, listening, and writing with daily new content covering diverse topics. Share and discover texts with a community of learners.

**Highlights:** Learn Mandarin Chinese texts, HSK 1-9 level categorization, Daily new text additions, Custom text creation and sharing, Reading, listening, and writing practice, Progress tracking

**Features:** Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly | $9.00 | per month |
| Dot Premium - Monthly | $18.49 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $72.00 | per year |
| Dot Premium - Yearly | $135.99 | per year |
| Dot Premium - Family Plan | $339.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- ✨ Amazing app for learning Chinese
- 📚 Incredibly useful functions
- 🎨 Beautifully designed
- 💯 Must-have for Chinese learners
- ✍️ Versatile: writing, reading, listening, speaking

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ App not opening/crashing
- 📉 App has gone downhill
- 💸 Overpriced and too many bugs
- 🚫 Useless unless you pay
- 🤔 Too simplified, unhelpful buttons

**Reported bugs**

- App closes every time after signing up
- App not opening
- App crashes on startup
- Articles disappear when hitting back icon
- Return button partially visible after lesson

**Requested features**

- Add Korean and Japanese language options
- Add stories in addition to articles
- Option for lifetime subscription
- Speaking exercises
- More vibrant colors and backgrounds


### ListLang

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/listlang-languages-to-fluency/id1640739764)

Master languages by focusing on the most frequent words in context. This app helps intermediate learners overcome plateaus with smart vocabulary acquisition and progress tracking. Engage with a global community and achieve fluency through effective, context-based learning.

**Highlights:** Learn 20+ languages, Focus on high-frequency words, Context-based vocabulary acquisition, Overcome intermediate plateaus, Progress tracking and statistics, Global community leaderboards, Free language courses

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ListLang Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| ListLang Premium | $99.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dot Languages free?

Dot Languages is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ListLang free?

ListLang is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Dot Languages or ListLang?

ListLang is rated higher. Dot Languages averages 4.2 out of 5 from 55 ratings, while ListLang averages 4.6 from 38 ratings.

### Do Dot Languages or ListLang have ads?

Neither Dot Languages nor ListLang shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Dot Languages or ListLang?

Dot Languages ships an update every 5 days, and ListLang every 3 weeks. Most recently, Dot Languages was updated on October 24, 2026 and ListLang on October 24, 2026.

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