# Lingo Legend Language Learning vs Shadow on the Map

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Shadow on the Map at none against Lingo Legend Language Learning's 30. Shadow on the Map also leads on ads (none vs shown). Lingo Legend Language Learning's advantage is ratings volume (4.8K vs 1) and chart position (#23 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lingo Legend Language Learning sells 26 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Shadow on the Map asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Lingo Legend Language Learning against 5.0 for Shadow on the Map. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lingo Legend Language Learning has 4.8K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Lingo Legend Language Learning ships an update every 10 days, Shadow on the Map weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lingo Legend Language Learning | Shadow on the Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (4.8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingo-legend-language-learning/id1559557734/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-on-the-map/id6743768279/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4.8K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 80.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | — |
| Size | 418 MB | 105 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hyperthought Games Incorporated](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498962577) | [Jacob Lashley](https://appshunter.io/developer/344163945) |

## What reviewers say

### Lingo Legend Language Learning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingo-legend-language-learning/id1559557734)

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Grossing · Trivia, #47 Top Free · Trivia, #66 Top Grossing · Word, #96 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Learn a new language through an immersive fantasy game. Master thousands of essential words and phrases by engaging in strategic monster battles and completing quests. Developed by experts, this app offers a fun and effective way to boost your language skills.

**Highlights:** Fantasy world immersion, Strategic monster battles, Card-based gameplay, Over 200 grammar/vocabulary categories, Spaced-repetition review, Customizable avatar and camp

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (26)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Membership: One Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Membership: One Month | $12.99 | per month |
| Membership: Three Months | $19.99 | per 3 months |
| Membership: Three Months | $22.99 | per 3 months |
| Membership: Three Months | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| Membership: Three Months | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| Membership: Six Months | $38.99 | per 6 months |
| Membership: Six Months | $44.99 | per 6 months |
| Membership: Six Months | $46.99 | per 6 months |
| Membership: Twelve Months | $69.99 | per year |
| Membership: Twelve Months | $69.99 | per year |
| Membership: Twelve Months | $69.99 | per year |
| Ludo Pouch | $4.99 | one-time |
| Ludo Pouch | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ludo Chest | $9.99 | one-time |
| Seasonal Support Bundle x2 | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ludo Chest | $19.99 | one-time |
| Ludo Vault | $19.99 | one-time |
| Seasonal Support Bundle x5 | $24.99 | one-time |
| Ludo Vault | $29.99 | one-time |
| Membership: Lifetime Upgrade | $79.99 | one-time |
| Membership: Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |
| Membership: Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |
| Membership: Lifetime Upgrade | $109.99 | one-time |
| Membership: Lifetime Upgrade | $119.99 | one-time |
| Premium Gift - Lifetime | $129.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎮 Fun and engaging game
- 👍 Helpful for learning languages
- 💡 Unique gamified approach to language learning
- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and design
- 🎢 Enjoyable storyline and characters

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔋 Limited daily energy/playtime for free users
- 💰 Premium subscription is expensive
- 🐛 Some bugs and technical issues reported
- 🗣️ Limited language options currently available
- 🤔 Concerns about relevance of some vocabulary lessons

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes on some devices
- Issues with saving progress and energy resets
- Occasional errors in language content/translations

**Requested features**

- Add more language options
- Increase daily energy/playtime for free users
- Improve audio quality and add accent helpers
- Allow more customization (e.g. character, house)
- Provide more context-relevant vocabulary lessons


### Shadow on the Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shadow-on-the-map/id6743768279)

Embark on a global detective adventure, answering trivia questions about countries, cities, and history to track down criminals. Explore iconic landmarks and solve mysteries across 100 unique chapters. Uncover spy plots and recover stolen artifacts in this thrilling travel trivia game.

**Highlights:** 100 unique chapters with real-world locations, Stunning photos and clues from across the globe, Challenging trivia scenes, Story-driven gameplay, Unlock achievements and level up

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lingo Legend Language Learning free?

Lingo Legend Language Learning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Shadow on the Map free?

Shadow on the Map is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Lingo Legend Language Learning or Shadow on the Map?

Shadow on the Map is rated higher. Lingo Legend Language Learning averages 4.9 out of 5 from 4.8K ratings, while Shadow on the Map averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Lingo Legend Language Learning or Shadow on the Map have ads?

Lingo Legend Language Learning shows ads; Shadow on the Map does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lingo Legend Language Learning or Shadow on the Map?

Lingo Legend Language Learning ships an update every 10 days, and Shadow on the Map weekly. Most recently, Lingo Legend Language Learning was updated on October 20, 2026 and Shadow on the Map on October 11, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*