# Dot Languages vs Scholae

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Scholae at none against Dot Languages's 5. Scholae also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). Dot Languages's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dot Languages sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $9.00 per month. Scholae asks for nothing beyond the download.

Dot Languages ships an update every 5 days, Scholae every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dot Languages | Scholae |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dot-languages/id1547286120/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **55** | — |
| Positive reviews | 72.2% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 198 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dot Languages ApS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1547286122) | [MajorBros Services](https://appshunter.io/developer/1582360167) |

## 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


### Scholae

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scholae/id6759417984)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dot Languages free?

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

### Is Scholae free?

Scholae is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Dot Languages or Scholae have ads?

Neither Dot Languages nor Scholae shows ads.

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

Dot Languages ships an update every 5 days, and Scholae every 3 weeks. Most recently, Dot Languages was updated on October 24, 2026 and Scholae on October 12, 2026.

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