# Umi vs NYFA Mobile App

The clearest difference is review sentiment: NYFA Mobile App at 100% against Umi's 54%. NYFA Mobile App also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 15) and ads (none vs shown). Umi's advantage is ratings volume (2.4K vs 1) and chart position (#183 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Umi sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. NYFA Mobile App asks for nothing beyond the download.

NYFA Mobile App holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Umi has 2.4K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Umi's written reviews are positive against 100% of NYFA Mobile App's.

Umi ships an update every 10 days, NYFA Mobile App every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and June 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Umi | NYFA Mobile App |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/umi-language-learning/id1628381103/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nyfa-mobile-app/id6475498035/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.4K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 53.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 10 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#183** | — |
| Size | 79 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **14.0.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Immersely Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1628381105) | [New York Film Academy Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1538482298) |

## What reviewers say

### Umi

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/umi-language-learning/id1628381103)

**Currently charting:** #183 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Master a new language through engaging TV clips, from beginner to fluent in a year. This app offers a fun, scientifically backed immersion method with vocabulary, listening, and reading practice. Learn from native speakers in real-life contexts without textbooks or lectures.

**Highlights:** Learn languages from 0 to fluency, Watch TV clips for learning, Vocabulary, listening, and reading practice, Immersion method, Learn from native speakers, 24 free lessons

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Umi Plus + Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Umi Plus - Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Umi Premium - Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Umi Pro - Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Umi Professional - Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Umi Plus - 6 months | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Umi Plus + 6 Months | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| Umi Premium - 6 Months | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| Umi Plus + Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Umi Plus - Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Umi Pro - 6 months | $59.99 | per 6 months |
| Umi Premium - Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Umi Pro - Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| Umi Professional - Annual | $79.99 | per year |
| Umi - Plus | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Engaging and immersive learning experience
- 👍 Helpful for improving listening and comprehension
- 💡 Unique approach using real-world media clips
- 🤩 Fun and enjoyable way to learn vocabulary

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate translations and subtitles
- 🐛 Inconsistent clip quality and content
- 💰 Paywall limits free access to full features
- 🤔 Lack of structured learning progression

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and loading issues
- Inability to delete account or access full free version
- Inconsistent performance and playback problems

**Requested features**

- Add more language options like Mandarin and Russian
- Improve spaced repetition and word review system
- Provide more detailed grammar and conjugation explanations
- Add a search function to find specific vocabulary


### NYFA Mobile App

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/nyfa-mobile-app/id6475498035)

Stay informed with school news, schedules, and grades. Access important resources, learn about events, and discover internship opportunities. This app is your central hub for all academic needs.

**Highlights:** School news updates, Access to schedules, View grades, Important resource access, Event information, Internship opportunities

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Umi free?

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

### Is NYFA Mobile App free?

NYFA Mobile App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Umi or NYFA Mobile App?

NYFA Mobile App is rated higher. Umi averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.4K ratings, while NYFA Mobile App averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Umi or NYFA Mobile App have ads?

Umi shows ads; NYFA Mobile App does not.

### Which is updated more often, Umi or NYFA Mobile App?

Umi ships an update every 10 days, and NYFA Mobile App every 3 weeks. Most recently, Umi was updated on September 28, 2026 and NYFA Mobile App on June 3, 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.*