# Memrise vs LingoBuddy

The clearest difference is ads: LingoBuddy at none against Memrise's shown. LingoBuddy also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 68%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Memrise's advantage is ratings volume (217K vs 2) and chart position (#174 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Memrise sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and LingoBuddy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LingoBuddy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Memrise has 217K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Memrise's written reviews are positive against 100% of LingoBuddy's.

Memrise ships an update fortnightly, LingoBuddy every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Memrise | LingoBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (217K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memrise-language-learning-app/id635966718/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingobuddy-learn/id6754448458/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **217K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 68.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#174** | — |
| Size | 238 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Memrise Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/506043249) | [Jakob Frederik Ahlberg](https://appshunter.io/developer/1848305793) |

## What reviewers say

### Memrise

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memrise-language-learning-app/id635966718)

**Currently charting:** #174 Top Free · Education, #181 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Learn over 40 languages through immersive lessons that simulate real-life conversations and cultural experiences. Practice vocabulary, listening, and speaking with AI-powered bots and native speaker videos to build confidence and speak like a local.

**Highlights:** Real-life conversation simulation, Cultural insights, Vocabulary and listening practice, Speaking practice with AI, Native speaker videos, Learn over 40 languages

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Language Learning Plan | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Language Learning Plan | $24.99 | per month |
| 3-Month Language Learning Plan | $24.99 | per 3 months |
| 30% off Annual Memrise Pro | $42.99 | per year |
| Memrise Subscription Offer | $58.99 | per year |
| Memrise Subscription Offer | $59.99 | per month |
| Annual Language Learning Plan | $61.99 | per year |
| Memrise Annual Pro | $61.99 | per year |
| Memrise Subscription Offer | $61.99 | per year |
| Memrise Subscription Offer | $79.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan Offer | $98.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan Offer | $131.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan Offer | $164.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $329.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for learning basics
- 👍 Engaging and fun learning experience
- 👍 Effective memorization techniques
- 👍 Useful for supplementing language learning
- 👍 Variety of languages available

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Subscription is too expensive
- 🔒 Limited functionality without subscription
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches in the app
- 🤖 AI conversations are not very helpful
- 🤔 Transition from basics to more advanced content is too abrupt

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes during lessons
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Issues with syncing progress across devices
- Incorrect translations or pronunciations in some courses

**Requested features**

- Add more advanced content and courses
- Improve AI conversation feature
- Allow more control over review and repetition
- Provide offline access to courses
- Improve search and discovery of community courses


### LingoBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingobuddy-learn/id6754448458)

Practice speaking a new language through natural voice conversations with an AI companion. Get instant feedback on grammar and pronunciation, track your progress on the CEFR scale, and receive personalized recaps after each session. Supports 15 languages.

**Highlights:** AI voice conversations, Personalized progress tracking, Instant grammar/pronunciation feedback, CEFR proficiency scale, 15 languages available, Debrief and recap after calls

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pen Pals | $5.99 | per month |
| Language Adventurer | $6.99 | per month |
| Best Friends | $12.99 | per month |
| Language Master | $35.00 | per 6 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Memrise free?

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

### Is LingoBuddy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Memrise or LingoBuddy?

LingoBuddy is rated higher. Memrise averages 4.8 out of 5 from 217K ratings, while LingoBuddy averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Memrise or LingoBuddy have ads?

Memrise shows ads; LingoBuddy does not.

### Which is updated more often, Memrise or LingoBuddy?

Memrise ships an update fortnightly, and LingoBuddy every 2 weeks. Most recently, Memrise was updated on October 18, 2026 and LingoBuddy on October 14, 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.*