# LingQ | Learn Languages vs Talkmate

The clearest difference is update cadence: LingQ | Learn Languages at every 5 days against Talkmate's every 6 weeks. LingQ | Learn Languages also leads on ratings volume (10K vs 55) and chart position (#129 vs unranked). Talkmate's advantage is review sentiment (93% vs 80%) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LingQ | Learn Languages sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Talkmate sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for LingQ | Learn Languages against 4.6 for Talkmate. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LingQ | Learn Languages has 10K ratings behind it against 55, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of LingQ | Learn Languages's written reviews are positive against 93% of Talkmate's.

LingQ | Learn Languages ships an update every 5 days, Talkmate every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and July 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LingQ | Learn Languages | Talkmate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingq-learn-languages/id379385811/reviews)** | [4.6 (55 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkmate-multilingual-learning/id1182656711/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **10K** | 55 |
| Positive reviews | 80.4% of reviews | **93.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#129** | — |
| Size | 345 MB | 353 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **11.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LingQ Languages Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1774323619) | [Beijing CooLanguage Times Education Science and Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/959231175) |

## What reviewers say

### LingQ | Learn Languages

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingq-learn-languages/id379385811)

**Currently charting:** #129 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Learn languages naturally by reading and listening to real content. Expand your vocabulary and improve comprehension with interactive tools and AI-powered features. Supports over 50 languages and offers a global community for support.

**Highlights:** Massive content library, Import your own content, Interactive reader with word definitions, AI-powered learning tools, Progress tracking, Offline learning, Community support and tutoring

**Features:** Siri integration, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LingQ Premium (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| LingQ Premium (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Plus Monthly | $29.99 | per month |
| LingQ Premium (6 Months) | $80.99 | per 6 months |
| LingQ Premium (6 Months) | $80.99 | per 6 months |
| LingQ Premium | $89.99 | per year |
| LingQ Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| LingQ Premium | $101.99 | per year |
| LingQ Premium | $109.99 | per year |
| LingQ Premium (12 Months) | $119.99 | per year |
| LingQ Premium (12 Months) | $119.99 | per year |
| Premium Plus Yearly | $269.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Excellent for reading and listening practice
- 👍 Customizable content and learning experience
- 🚀 Efficient vocabulary acquisition
- 👍 Helpful for improving comprehension and fluency
- 👍 Engaging and enjoyable way to learn

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with sync and performance issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Limited free version functionality
- 🤔 Confusing user interface and navigation
- 🤔 Inconsistent quality of translations and definitions

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes and freezes
- Sync issues between app and web version
- Incorrect translations and definitions
- Unreliable streak tracking and progress reporting

**Requested features**

- Improved user interface and navigation
- Better sync and performance across devices
- More content and language options
- Enhanced vocabulary management and review tools
- Affordable subscription plans


### Talkmate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkmate-multilingual-learning/id1182656711)

This app offers a unique approach to language learning, simulating natural immersion through AI-powered interactions and native speaker content. It boasts an extensive library of over 80 languages, with plans to expand to all official global languages.

**Highlights:** AI-powered natural immersion learning, Extensive library of 80+ languages, Native speaker curriculum and pronunciation correction, Simulates mother tongue learning process, Real-time AI interaction for speaking practice, Includes endangered and official languages

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 14.99 USD/Month | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3 months PLUS | $14.99 | one-time |
| 1个月VIP会员 | $14.99 | one-time |
| 3个月VIP会员 | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12 months PLUS | $74.99 | one-time |
| 12个月VIP会员 | $99.99 | one-time |
| Life member | $109.99 | one-time |
| Life member | $124.99 | one-time |
| Life member | $139.99 | one-time |
| 149.99 USD/Year | $149.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LingQ | Learn Languages free?

LingQ | Learn Languages is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Talkmate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LingQ | Learn Languages or Talkmate?

LingQ | Learn Languages is rated higher. LingQ | Learn Languages averages 4.7 out of 5 from 10K ratings, while Talkmate averages 4.6 from 55 ratings.

### Do LingQ | Learn Languages or Talkmate have ads?

Neither LingQ | Learn Languages nor Talkmate shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LingQ | Learn Languages or Talkmate?

LingQ | Learn Languages ships an update every 5 days, and Talkmate every 6 weeks. Most recently, LingQ | Learn Languages was updated on September 29, 2026 and Talkmate on July 28, 2026.

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