Comparison

Umi vs Cappy

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

Head to head
About

Umi

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
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Learn a language from 0 to fluency in 1 year, by watching TV clips! 24 lessons for free! Learn Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German or English! Vocabulary, listening, and reading all in one app... and it's fun! A revolutionary scientifically backed method; natural exposure with short videos is the best way to gain REAL comprehension. No textbooks. No boring lectures. Learn from native speakers! Understand how people talk in real life situations. Start learning today with the revolutionary immersion method, and actually achieve fluency! Privacy: https://www.umiapp.co/privacy/ Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Cappy

This AI-powered tutor offers personalized language lessons tailored to your goals and proficiency. Practice real-world conversations with instant pronunciation feedback and a human-like voice. Learn practical phrases and master new languages with an engaging, pocket-sized learning companion.

Highlights
  • Personalized AI-driven lessons
  • Real-time conversation practice
  • Instant pronunciation feedback
  • Audio-first teaching method
  • Role-play scenarios
  • Supports multiple languages
Features
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Cappy AI makes language learning personal, practical, and fun. Powered by the world’s most advanced AI, Cappy creates real-time, fully customized lessons based on your goals and level—whether you’re learning English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean, or Chinese. You’ll master phrases you’ll actually use, practice with a natural, human-like voice, and get instant pronunciation feedback to help you sound native. With audio-first teaching and realistic role-play, Cappy feels like having a personal tutor in your pocket—ready to chat anytime, anywhere. How to use it: STEP 1: Begin onboarding by answering a few questions so your Capybara can get to know you—your proficiency level, learning goals, and more. STEP 2: Start your first personalized lesson, crafted just for your level and goals. STEP 3: Each lesson has two parts—first, learn common phrases for your chosen topic; then, jump into a real-time role-play session to practice. STEP 4: Get instant feedback from your Capybara throughout the lesson. STEP 5: After completing your first lesson, you can create your next one. Reach your first milestone at five lessons! Super Cappy Subscription: Unlock the full conversation lesson path with Cappy by joining our membership! Choose from an auto-renewing monthly plan or save more with our 3-month or yearly subscription options. If you have any ideas or questions, please email us at annie@mycappy.ai! Privacy Policy: https://www.mycappy.ai/privacy Term of service: https://www.mycappy.ai/terms

Screenshots

Umi4 screens
Cappy4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Cappy at none against Umi's shown. Cappy also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Umi's advantage is ratings volume (2.7K vs 3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Umi sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Cappy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Cappy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Umi has 2.7K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Umi ships an update every 10 days, Cappy fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Umi versus Cappy: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUmiCappy
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (2.7K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews52.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings2.7K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 10 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB35 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperImmersely Inc.Cappy AI

Customer experience

Umi

All ratings2,362 ratings
Positive93.7%
Neutral1.9%
Negative4.4%
Written reviews288 reviews
Positive52.8%
Neutral14.9%
Negative32.3%

Cappy

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Umi

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

4 requests
  • 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

Cappy

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

15 purchases

Umi

Subscriptions14
  • Umi Plus + Monthly7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Umi Plus - Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Umi Premium - Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
Show 11 more
  • Umi Pro - Monthly3 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • Umi Professional - Monthly3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Umi Plus - 6 months3 Days trial$34.996 Months
  • Umi Plus + 6 Months$34.996 Months
  • Umi Premium - 6 Months$39.996 Months
  • Umi Plus + Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Umi Plus - Annual3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Umi Pro - 6 months$59.996 Months
  • Umi Premium - Annual3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Umi Pro - Annual3 Days trial$69.991 Year
  • Umi Professional - Annual3 Days trial$79.991 Year
One-time1
  • Umi - Plus$149.99
2 purchases

Cappy

Subscriptions2
  • Super Cappy$19.991 Month
  • Super Cappy7 Days trial$159.991 Year

Questions

Is Umi free?
Umi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Cappy free?
Cappy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Umi or Cappy?
Cappy is rated higher. Umi averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.7K ratings, while Cappy averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Umi or Cappy have ads?
Umi shows ads; Cappy does not.
Which is updated more often, Umi or Cappy?
Umi ships an update every 10 days, and Cappy fortnightly. Most recently, Umi was updated on October 23, 2026 and Cappy on October 8, 2026.

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