Comparison

Langtern Chinese vs FlashLearn CN

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

Head to head
About

Langtern Chinese

This app aids in learning Chinese by providing real-time assistance while browsing the web, watching videos, or reading documents. It offers a convenient way to look up unfamiliar characters and words in context, enhancing comprehension and vocabulary acquisition.

Highlights
  • Web page translation
  • Video subtitle assistance
  • Ebook and PDF reader support
  • In-context word lookup
  • Vocabulary enhancement
Features
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Langtern helps you learn Chinese by assisting you when navigating Chinese web pages, watching videos in Chinese, or reading ebooks/PDFs in Chinese. The terms of service can be found at: https://langtern.com/public/doc/en/tos.html

About

FlashLearn CN

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FlashLearn CN — Your Mandarin Learning Companion Whether you're just starting to say "nǐ hǎo" or pushing toward advanced fluency, FlashLearn CN is the learning companion that grows with you. Structured around the official HSK framework, FlashLearn CN takes you from complete beginner all the way through HSK 6 — so you always know where you stand and what to learn next. LEARN THE RIGHT WORDS, IN THE RIGHT ORDER FlashLearn CN is built around China's official HSK curriculum — the internationally recognised standard for Mandarin proficiency. Every level is carefully organised into focused courses covering: • Vocabulary & Characters — Learn the essential words and how to write them • Tones & Pronunciation — Master the four tones that make Mandarin unique • Grammar & Sentence Patterns — Build sentences with confidence • Reading — Develop comprehension from simple passages to complex texts From everyday survival phrases at HSK 1 to nuanced, academic-level language at HSK 6, every lesson is purposeful and progressive. LESSONS THAT TEACH, QUIZZES THAT CEMENT Each course is made up of bite-sized lessons you can read in minutes. Lessons present vocabulary, grammar, and language patterns clearly — including character tables with pinyin and English translations, tone guides, and real example sentences. After each lesson, integrated quizzes put your skills to the test. Multiple-choice questions cover vocabulary, meaning, pronunciation, and usage — giving your brain the active recall it needs to retain what you've learned long-term. Tap any Chinese text to hear it spoken aloud in clear Mandarin audio. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Stay motivated by watching your progress grow. FlashLearn CN tracks every lesson you complete and every course you finish, so you always know which levels you've mastered and which still need attention. Progress syncs automatically to iCloud across all your Apple devices. Switch from iPhone to iPad and pick up exactly where you left off. Export your progress as a backup at any time — your hard work is always safe. STUDY YOUR WAY Light mode or dark mode? Your choice. Browse by HSK level or by category, and search for any topic at any time. Everything is designed to be distraction-free so you can focus on the language. GO PRO — UNLOCK EVERYTHING Free learners get access to HSK 1 and HSK 2 content to get started. Upgrade to FlashLearn CN Pro with a single one-time purchase and unlock every course, every level, and every future update — forever. No subscriptions. No monthly fees. Pay once, learn for life. Pro includes: • Full HSK 1–6 course library • All vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation and reading modules • Every quiz and practice exercise • All future content updates included WHO IS FLASHLEARN CN FOR? • Complete beginners wanting to start Mandarin from scratch • Students preparing for HSK examinations • Travellers planning a trip to China • Professionals building Mandarin skills for business • Heritage speakers looking to strengthen reading and writing • Anyone who wants to add Mandarin A NOTE ON PRONUNCIATION Mandarin is a tonal language — the same syllable in a different tone carries a completely different meaning. FlashLearn CN dedicates whole courses to tones and pronunciation, helping you build correct habits from day one. Audio playback lets you hear every word clearly. Start your Mandarin journey today. Download FlashLearn CN and take your first step toward Chinese fluency.

Screenshots

Langtern Chinese3 screens
FlashLearn CN4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: FlashLearn CN at 12.0 against Langtern Chinese's 15.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Langtern Chinese sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and FlashLearn CN sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Langtern Chinese versus FlashLearn CN: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLangtern ChineseFlashLearn CN
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyMonthly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB32 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperNoe CasasAndy TUNG

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Langtern Chinese

Subscriptions8
  • Student Plus$2.991 Month
  • Teacher Mini$4.991 Month
  • Teacher Premium$7.991 Month
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  • Teacher Max$12.991 Month
  • Student Plus (yearly)$23.491 Year
  • Teacher Mini$49.991 Year
  • Teacher Premium$79.991 Year
  • Teacher Max$129.991 Year
1 purchases

FlashLearn CN

One-time1
  • FlashLearn CN Pro$9.99

Questions

Is Langtern Chinese free?
Langtern Chinese is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FlashLearn CN free?
FlashLearn CN is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Langtern Chinese or FlashLearn CN have ads?
Neither Langtern Chinese nor FlashLearn CN shows ads.

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