# HelloTalk vs Language Learning

The clearest difference is monetization model: HelloTalk at free with in-app purchases against Language Learning's subscription. HelloTalk also leads on review sentiment (36% vs 25%) and chart position (#21 vs #71). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HelloTalk sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and Language Learning sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 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 — 4.6 for HelloTalk against 4.6 for Language Learning. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 44K and 15K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 36% of HelloTalk's written reviews are positive against 25% of Language Learning's.

HelloTalk ships an update fortnightly, Language Learning weekly. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | HelloTalk | Language Learning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (44K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hellotalk-language-learning/id557130558/reviews) | [4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-learning-pingo-ai/id6738882620/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **44K** | 15K |
| Positive reviews | **36.1% of reviews** | 25.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#21** | #71 |
| Size | 753 MB | 80 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [HELLOTALK FOREIGN LANGUAGE EXCHANGE LEARNING TALK CHAT APP](https://appshunter.io/developer/557130561) | [Pingo AI, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1760092937) |

## What reviewers say

### HelloTalk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hellotalk-language-learning/id557130558)

**Currently charting:** #21 Top Grossing · Education, #66 Top Free · Education (US App Store)

Practice languages with native speakers through chat, voice, and live events. Connect with locals worldwide to improve fluency and cultural understanding. Features include translation tools, instant captions, and interactive Voicerooms.

**Highlights:** Practice with native speakers, Live video lessons, Interactive Voicerooms, Translation tools, Instant captions, Global community, Cultural insights

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly auto-renewal VIP | $12.99 | per month |
| VIP Membership Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| VIP Membership Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| VIP Membership | $79.99 | per year |
| VIP Membership Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| 8 HT Coins | $0.29 | one-time |
| 64 HT Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 324 HT Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 649 HT Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| Pro Membership (3 Months) | $29.99 | one-time |
| 3249 HT Coins | $49.99 | one-time |
| 10334 HT Coins | $149.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great app for language learning
- 👍 Helpful features like translation and correction
- 💡 Ability to connect with native speakers
- 🤝 Friendly and supportive community
- 🌍 Exposure to different cultures

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and bugs
- 💰 Overly aggressive monetization
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy and censorship
- 🚫 Difficulty changing account details
- 🤖 Issues with bots and fake accounts

**Reported bugs**

- Disappearing messages and chat history
- Inability to create new accounts on same device
- Inconsistent app performance across platforms
- Incorrect language detection and translation
- Unexpected account suspensions or bans

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode option
- Improve messaging and notification features
- Allow more flexibility in language settings
- Enhance moderation and reporting systems
- Provide better customer support channels


### Language Learning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-learning-pingo-ai/id6738882620)

**Currently charting:** #71 Top Free · Education, #135 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Practice speaking over 25 languages with an advanced AI companion. Engage in realistic conversations, receive instant feedback on pronunciation and grammar, and build fluency and confidence through personalized learning plans. Focus on vocabulary you'll actually use in real-life scenarios.

**Highlights:** AI speaking companion, Real-life conversation practice, Instant feedback on pronunciation and grammar, Personalized learning plans, Learn 25+ languages, Adaptive progress tracking

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pingo Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Pingo Pro | $17.99 | per month |
| Pingo Pro | $19.99 | per month |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $89.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $89.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $109.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for practicing speaking
- 🚀 Fantastic for practicing language
- 💡 Helps break past learning plateaus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid subscription required
- 🐛 Bugs and freezing issues
- ⏱️ Limited speaking time with paid plan

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and unresponsive AI during conversations
- App fails to load past initial screen

**Requested features**

- Free trial or free version option
- Increase speaking time limit for paid plan
- Option to remove pinyin entirely


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HelloTalk free?

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

### Is Language Learning free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HelloTalk or Language Learning?

HelloTalk and Language Learning are both rated 4.6 out of 5 on the App Store, from 44K and 15K ratings respectively.

### Do HelloTalk or Language Learning have ads?

Both HelloTalk and Language Learning show ads.

### Which is updated more often, HelloTalk or Language Learning?

HelloTalk ships an update fortnightly, and Language Learning weekly. Most recently, HelloTalk was updated on September 25, 2026 and Language Learning on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, HelloTalk or Language Learning?

HelloTalk currently peaks at #21 in the App Store charts, and Language Learning at #71. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*