Comparison

Tamil by Nemo vs Arignar

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

Head to head
About

Tamil by Nemo

Learn Tamil with native speaker audio and personalized practice. Master pronunciation with the Speech Studio and build confidence for everyday conversations. Access all content offline, perfect for learning on the go.

Highlights
  • Native speaker audio
  • Speech Studio for pronunciation practice
  • Offline access to all content
  • Personalized progress tracking
  • Customizable learning path
  • Focus on high-frequency words
  • Review mode for memory retention
Features
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Turn your iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch into your FAVORITE teacher of Tamil. ◆ The most essential words and phrases of the language, each with native speaker audio. ◆ Master your accent with the Speech Studio. Simply record yourself saying a phrase and then hear your voice next to the teacher’s. You’ll be AMAZED how quickly your foreign accent melts away. ◆ All audio is downloaded to the device and accessible even in airplane mode or without expensive international roaming fees. ◆ Nemo is NOT BUILT AROUND LESSONS at all. It is meant to be picked up and put down throughout the day, whenever you have a few minutes to spare. ◆ Builds a foundation of Tamil empowering you to speak CONFIDENTLY in EVERYDAY CONVERSATIONS. ◆ NO PRIOR KNOWLEDGE of Tamil required. Nemo® is specially DESIGNED to tap the remarkable power of your mobile device, and your brain, to their fullest. PERSONALIZED FOR YOU Nemo is your personal trainer, tracking your PROGRESS across every single word and phrase. ◆ Practice Tamil the way you'll use it. Nemo is fully customizable. ◆ Nemo immerses you in the sounds of Tamil so you naturally speak with ease. ◆ Dive into WHAT YOU WANT to learn at any time. ◆ You control which words to practice – skip words you don’t want to learn or already know. ◆ Turn on Review Mode to study what you practiced earlier in the day to BOOST your memory retention. ◆ Hear English descriptions of all words, in a flashcard format. ◆ Quiz your mastery of the vocabulary. ◆ Nemo introduces words to you progressively to develop familiarity and reviews them at the right moment so they enter your LONG TERM MEMORY. TARGET THE MOST COMMON WORDS Maximize your time investment by targeting the most basic and high frequency words of the language. Upgrade to the complete version to: ◆ Get off the beaten path or find comfort with DIRECTIONS, TRAVEL and HOTEL phrases. ◆ Decode menus with the most common FOOD words. ◆ Shop and find bargains like an insider with must-know SHOPPING phrases. ◆ Build your proficiency with the most important verbs and SENTENCE BUILDING BLOCKS in Tamil. ◆ Spark new friendships with COMPLIMENTS and CONVERSATION STARTERS. Use your new skills to make friends, impress old friends, bring smiles to children, get out of jams, experience new things, speak confidently, and make your travel and cultural experience more rich and fulfilling. Download this FREE app now!

About

Arignar

This app makes learning the Tamil language fun and interactive through gamified lessons. It helps students develop reading, listening, and writing skills while encouraging self-directed learning. Teachers can also use it to create virtual classrooms and monitor student progress.

Highlights
  • Gamified learning with interactive games
  • Develops reading, listening, and writing skills
  • Assesses essential language skills
  • Encourages self-learning and autonomy
  • Tools for teachers to create virtual classrooms
  • Monitors student progress and provides feedback
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Arignar: Fun, Interactive Tamil Language Learning! Unlock the Joy of Tamil Language Learning Arignar is your key to making Tamil language learning an enjoyable adventure. Designed with the needs of students in mind, our app brings the fun back into education. Whether you're a student looking to excel in your mother tongue or a parent eager to foster your child's language skills, Arignar is here to help. Gamified Learning: Say goodbye to dull lessons and hello to exciting game-based assignments! Our interactive games make learning reading, listening, and writing skills a breeze. Kids love it, and so will you. Diverse Skill Assessment: Arignar offers a range of games that assess essential language skills. It's not just about the fun; it's about measurable progress and improvement. Self-Learning Empowerment: We believe in giving students the power to take charge of their education. Arignar encourages autonomy and flexibility, allowing learners to explore subjects beyond the standard curriculum. Support for Teachers: Teachers, we've got your back! Arignar simplifies the teaching process, helping you create virtual classrooms, monitor progress, and provide personalized feedback. Spend more quality time with your students and less on administrative tasks. Check our website for more details. Seamless Integration: Our app seamlessly blends gamification, skill assessment, and independent exploration. It's a holistic approach to education that engages and inspires. Discover an engaging and impactful learning journey with Arignar. Join our community of learners and experience the transformation of education. Start your language adventure today! Download Arignar now and unlock the potential of enjoyable, effective language learning! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Tamil by Nemo4 screens
Arignar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Arignar at none against Tamil by Nemo's 1. Arignar also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 79%). Tamil by Nemo's advantage is ratings volume (535 vs 9) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 13.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. Tamil by Nemo sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Arignar asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Arignar holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Tamil by Nemo has 535 ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 79% of Tamil by Nemo's written reviews are positive against 100% of Arignar's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Tamil by Nemo ships an update every 6 weeks, Arignar every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Tamil by Nemo versus Arignar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTamil by NemoArignar
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (535 ratings)5.0 (9 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.9% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings535 — better9
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS9.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB82 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperNemo Apps LLCArignar

Customer experience

Tamil by Nemo

All ratings530 ratings
Positive89.4%
Neutral4.5%
Negative6.0%
Written reviews38 reviews
Positive78.9%
Neutral7.9%
Negative13.2%

Arignar

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Tamil by Nemo

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • Unable to download purchased content on iOS
  • No response from developer after a week
  • First word taught is incorrect
  • Incorrect translation for 'hello'
  • Some words click to different words

Requested features

5 requests
  • More like Duolingo (gamification, awards)
  • Quiz mode for memorization
  • More everyday Tamil phrases
  • Better organization in phrasebook
  • List of number names

Arignar

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Tamil by Nemo

One-time1
  • Nemo Tamil Foundation pack$11.99
None

Arignar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Tamil by Nemo free?
Tamil by Nemo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arignar free?
Arignar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Tamil by Nemo or Arignar?
Arignar is rated higher. Tamil by Nemo averages 4.6 out of 5 from 535 ratings, while Arignar averages 5.0 from 9 ratings.
Do Tamil by Nemo or Arignar have ads?
Neither Tamil by Nemo nor Arignar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Tamil by Nemo or Arignar?
Tamil by Nemo ships an update every 6 weeks, and Arignar every 3 weeks. Most recently, Tamil by Nemo was updated on October 24, 2026 and Arignar on October 24, 2026.

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