Comparison

Vocabulary Trainer vs C1

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

Head to head
About

Vocabulary Trainer

Master German vocabulary with this mobile trainer. Access pre-made word lists from the Goethe-Institut, create your own flashcards, or integrate with a German course. Learn new words efficiently anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Learn German on the go
  • Add new words to vocabulary
  • Download vocab lists
  • Index card system for own words
  • Work with German course flashcards
Features
Read full description

Learn German vocabulary at the level that suits you. You decide which goal you want to reach next: • Level A1 – Beginner • Level A2 – Basic Knowledge • Level B1 – Intermediate Developed by the Goethe-Institut: The app was developed by experts and combines the latest learning methods with proven quality standards. It is the perfect vocabulary preparation for the Goethe-Zertifikat and the ideal study companion for German courses. What makes the app special? • The app is tailored to the words you need for the Goethe-Zertifikat exam. • An algorithm adjusts the vocabulary difficulty individually according to your learning progress. • Along with the vocabulary from the Goethe-Institut, you can also add your own words and integrate them into your learning process. Features of the Vocabulary Trainer App: • The vocabulary is divided into thematic categories, allowing you to focus on specific areas (e.g., work, housing). • In addition to flashcards, the app offers various options for practice. • To keep up your momentum, you can create a personalized study plan within the app. • To help you stay on track, you can track your progress through the statistics overview. Usage & Subscription Models The app can be downloaded and started for free. A portion of the content is available for free. To access the entire app, start the 7-day free trial. If you do not cancel within the 7 days, a paid subscription of 1, 3, or 12 months begins, giving you full access to all content. You select the subscription length when you start the 7-day free trial. The longer the subscription, the lower the monthly cost. You can cancel your subscription at any time before the end of your subscription period in the iPhone settings under your Apple ID. Do you have questions or feedback? Contact us and send us an e-mail at vokabeltrainer@goethe.de. Website: www.goethe.de/vocabulary-app Privacy Policy: https://www.goethe.de/prj/dvt/en/dat.html Terms of Use: https://www.goethe.de/prj/dvt/en/nut.html

About

C1

Read full description

Learn German for free at level C1. C1-Beruf is the mobile version of the "C1 German Course for Work" at https://vhs-lernportal.de. Use the app to access all the features of the ""C1 German Course for Work"" offline on your smartphone. Features • 14 lessons • Diverse exercise types • Practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking • Free of charge • Use offline At https://vhs-lernportal.de you will find our free German courses at levels A1, A2, B1, B2, and C1. You can access them with any standard web browser, regardless of the device. The German courses systematically build your language skills. Regular tests help you monitor your learning progress. The vhs Learning Portal is an offering of the German Adult Education Association (Deutscher Volkshochschul-Verband e.V.). It is funded by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. We look forward to hearing from you! If you have any questions, suggestions or problems, please feel free to send us an email to info@vhs-lernportal.de

Screenshots

Vocabulary Trainer4 screens
C14 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: C1 at none against Vocabulary Trainer's 3. C1 also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (12.1 vs 16.0). On price and ads 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. Vocabulary Trainer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. C1 asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Vocabulary Trainer versus C1: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVocabulary TrainerC1
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews19.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 82 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size205 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGoethe-Institut e.V.Deutscher Volkshochschul-Verband e.V.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Vocabulary Trainer

Subscriptions3
  • 1 Month7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • 3 Months7 Days trial$19.953 Months
  • 12 Months7 Days trial$59.901 Year
None

C1

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vocabulary Trainer free?
Vocabulary Trainer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is C1 free?
C1 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Vocabulary Trainer or C1 have ads?
Neither Vocabulary Trainer nor C1 shows ads.

Other comparisons