# LingQ | Learn Languages vs Innovative Language Learning

The clearest difference is update cadence: LingQ | Learn Languages at every 5 days against Innovative Language Learning's every 2 months. LingQ | Learn Languages also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 67%) and chart position (#113 vs unranked). Innovative Language Learning's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and ratings volume (34K vs 10K). 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 Innovative Language Learning sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. 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 4.7 for Innovative Language Learning. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10K and 34K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 80% of LingQ | Learn Languages's written reviews are positive against 67% of Innovative Language Learning's.

LingQ | Learn Languages ships an update every 5 days, Innovative Language Learning every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LingQ | Learn Languages | Innovative Language Learning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (10K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingq-learn-languages/id379385811/reviews) | [4.7 (34K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/innovative-language-learning/id668386019/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 10K | **34K** |
| Positive reviews | **80.2% of reviews** | 66.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#113** | — |
| Size | 345 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple TV** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [LingQ Languages Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1774323619) | [Innovative Language Learning USA LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/285488930) |

## What reviewers say

### LingQ | Learn Languages

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

**Currently charting:** #113 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


### Innovative Language Learning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/innovative-language-learning/id668386019)

Learn to speak new languages quickly with short, engaging audio and video lessons created by experienced teachers. Access a vast library of content for over 30 languages and practice conversations from your first session.

**Highlights:** Short audio/video lessons (3-15 minutes), Lessons taught by real teachers, Instant practice with assessments, Offline lesson downloads, Progress syncing across devices, Multiple playback options

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| French Basic Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Korean Basic Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Italian Basic Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Japanese Basic Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Spanish Basic Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| French Mobile Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Korean Mobile Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Russian Mobile Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Spanish Mobile Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Japanese Mobile Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Japanese Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Spanish Premium Subscription | $24.99 | per month |
| Japanese Basic Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Well-constructed course
- 🚀 Comprehensive learning system
- 👍 Option to use a night screen
- 👍 Engaging and interesting lessons
- 👍 Helpful for learning and improving language skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Freezing and crashing issues
- 🐛 Lessons getting locked after 7 days
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance across devices
- 🐛 Bugs with audio and video playback
- 🐛 Errors and typos in lesson content

**Reported bugs**

- Lessons not downloading successfully
- Screen freezing when using certain features
- Inconsistent lesson navigation between app and website
- Automatic subscription renewal issues

**Requested features**

- Flashcard functionality in the app
- Ability to create custom playlists
- Improved integration between app and website
- More advanced features like speech recognition
- Ability to switch between multiple languages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LingQ | Learn Languages free?

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

### Is Innovative Language Learning free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LingQ | Learn Languages or Innovative Language Learning?

LingQ | Learn Languages and Innovative Language Learning are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 10K and 34K ratings respectively.

### Do LingQ | Learn Languages or Innovative Language Learning have ads?

Neither LingQ | Learn Languages nor Innovative Language Learning shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LingQ | Learn Languages or Innovative Language Learning?

LingQ | Learn Languages ships an update every 5 days, and Innovative Language Learning every 2 months. Most recently, LingQ | Learn Languages was updated on September 24, 2026 and Innovative Language Learning on September 24, 2026.

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