# Busuu vs Lingualeo

The clearest difference is ads: Lingualeo at none against Busuu's shown. Lingualeo also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). Busuu's advantage is ratings volume (101K vs 753) and chart position (#90 vs unranked). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Busuu sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Lingualeo sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 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 Busuu against 4.6 for Lingualeo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Busuu has 101K ratings behind it against 753, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 85% of Busuu's written reviews are positive against 74% of Lingualeo's.

Busuu ships an update weekly, Lingualeo every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Busuu | Lingualeo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (101K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busuu-language-learning-app/id379968583/reviews)** | [4.6 (753 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingualeo-language-learning/id480952151/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **101K** | 753 |
| Positive reviews | **85.4% of reviews** | 74.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#90** | — |
| Size | 267 MB | 444 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Busuu Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/370806574) | [LinguaLeo](https://appshunter.io/developer/480952154) |

## What reviewers say

### Busuu

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/busuu-language-learning-app/id379968583)

**Currently charting:** #90 Top Grossing · Education, #130 Top Free · Education (US App Store)

Learn new languages through bite-sized lessons and interactive exercises. Connect with native speakers for feedback and practice, and track your progress with personalized study plans and official certificates.

**Highlights:** Learn up to 14 languages, Connect with native speakers, Expert-designed courses, Personalized study plans, Smart review for vocabulary and grammar, Official language certificates, Specialized courses

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium Plan | $23.49 | per month |
| 12 Months Premium | $70.00 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $79.99 | per year |
| 14 Day Trial - Premium Plus | $89.99 | per year |
| 12 Months' Premium | $138.99 | per year |
| 12 Months Premium | $138.99 | per year |
| 12 Months Premium Plus | $139.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💯 Best resource for learning
- 🎓 Structured lessons and review
- 👥 Helpful community feedback
- 🎨 Engaging visuals and content
- 🗣️ Realistic native speaker audio

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Inconsistent AI-generated corrections
- 🔒 Limited access without premium
- 🔀 Difficulty navigating between lessons
- 📚 Lack of advanced content and review
- 🔊 Issues with audio and pronunciation

**Reported bugs**

- Incorrect or missing translations
- Inconsistent lesson progress tracking
- Bugs with voice recognition and feedback

**Requested features**

- Ability to learn multiple languages simultaneously
- More detailed grammar explanations and practice
- Customizable review and flashcard features
- Improved community features and messaging
- Offline access to downloaded lessons


### Lingualeo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingualeo-language-learning/id480952151)

This app offers a fun and effective way to learn multiple languages through interactive lessons, AI-powered exercises, and personalized recommendations. Practice speaking with an AI buddy, track your progress, and learn at your own pace with engaging content.

**Highlights:** Interactive lessons and exercises, AI-powered personal language practice buddy, Thematic and grammar courses, Gamified learning with mini-games, Personalized progress tracking, Flexible learning for all levels

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium L 1m | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium L trl 1m | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium S 1m | $6.99 | per month |
| Lingualeo Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Lingualeo Premium 1 Month | $7.99 | per month |
| Lingualeo Premium 2021.1 1m | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium M 1m | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium 3 Months + 7-day trial | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium 1 months | $9.99 | per month |
| Lingualeo Premium 12 Months | $11.99 | per year |
| Premium 12m | $13.99 | per year |
| Premium 12 Months + 7d trial | $35.99 | per year |
| Premium 12m 30% | $37.99 | per year |
| Premium 12 Months + 7d trial | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium 12 Month + 7-day trial | $49.99 | per year |
| 12m Lingualeo Premium | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lingualeo Premium for 12 month | $25.99 | one-time |
| Lingualeo Premium for 12 months | $54.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for learning English
- 👍 Effective for improving vocabulary and grammar
- 🌟 Helpful for self-study
- 💡 Useful features like personal dictionary and training exercises

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with audio and login issues
- 💰 Concerns about premium subscription activation and billing
- 🔍 Outdated or limited content for advanced learners
- 🔧 Frustrations with app updates and changes

**Reported bugs**

- Network errors and login problems
- Issues with vocabulary addition and training
- Inconsistent performance and crashes
- Incorrect translations and grammar exercises

**Requested features**

- Add progress tracking and training history
- Improve pronunciation and audio quality
- Expand content and courses for advanced language levels
- Enhance user interface and customization options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Busuu free?

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

### Is Lingualeo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Busuu or Lingualeo?

Busuu is rated higher. Busuu averages 4.7 out of 5 from 101K ratings, while Lingualeo averages 4.6 from 753 ratings.

### Do Busuu or Lingualeo have ads?

Busuu shows ads; Lingualeo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Busuu or Lingualeo?

Busuu ships an update weekly, and Lingualeo every 10 days. Most recently, Busuu was updated on September 25, 2026 and Lingualeo on September 23, 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.*