# Hindwi Dictionary vs Linguin

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Hindwi Dictionary at 100% against Linguin's 47%. Hindwi Dictionary also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). Linguin's advantage is update cadence (fortnightly vs every 22 months) and ratings volume (166 vs 14). On price and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Linguin sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Hindwi Dictionary asks for nothing beyond the download.

Hindwi Dictionary holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linguin has 166 ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Hindwi Dictionary's written reviews are positive against 47% of Linguin's.

Hindwi Dictionary ships an update every 22 months, Linguin fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Hindwi Dictionary | Linguin |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hindwi-dictionary/id6445888827/reviews)** | [4.2 (166 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linguin-listening-practice/id6478230990/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **166** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 46.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 22 months | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 47 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rekhta foundation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1060422292) | [Bernard Jollans](https://appshunter.io/developer/1732277090) |

## What reviewers say

### Hindwi Dictionary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hindwi-dictionary/id6445888827)

This app provides a comprehensive Hindi dictionary with meanings, idioms, and phrases in Hindi and its regional languages. It includes word origins, pronunciation, and daily featured words to enhance vocabulary. Offline browsing and a dark theme are also available.

**Highlights:** Hindi meanings for regional languages, Bi-lingual search (Roman & Devanagari), Daily trending words, Audio pronunciation, Word origin and synonyms, Offline browsing

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Linguin

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linguin-listening-practice/id6478230990)

Improve your language skills with engaging articles, stories, and podcasts. Features audio, transcripts, and word-by-word translations to enhance vocabulary, reading, and listening comprehension. Track your learning progress with streaks and vocabulary mastery.

**Highlights:** Short stories and articles, Podcasts with transcripts, Customizable vocabulary flashcards, Audio pronunciation for every word, Word-by-word translations, Progress tracking and streaks

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Linguin Unlimited Reading | $8.99 | per month |
| Linguin Unlimited Reading | $9.99 | per month |
| Linguin Unlimited Reading | $59.99 | per year |
| Linguin Unlimited Reading | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hindwi Dictionary free?

Hindwi Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Linguin free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Hindwi Dictionary or Linguin?

Hindwi Dictionary is rated higher. Hindwi Dictionary averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Linguin averages 4.2 from 166 ratings.

### Do Hindwi Dictionary or Linguin have ads?

Linguin shows ads; Hindwi Dictionary does not.

### Which is updated more often, Hindwi Dictionary or Linguin?

Hindwi Dictionary ships an update every 22 months, and Linguin fortnightly. Most recently, Hindwi Dictionary was updated on October 12, 2026 and Linguin on October 21, 2026.

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