Comparison

Forum Learning App vs Dakshina Learnings

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

Head to head
About

Forum Learning App

Features
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Forum Learning App brings to you all the offline learning at ForumIAS Learning Centers in a handy digital format on the screen of your mobile and pads. It caters to the preparation of civil services examination and other government examinations. It gives you access to different paid as well as free initiatives of ForumIAS. It helps you learn and evaluate yourself on path of your preparation to examination. Who’s it for? The Forum Learning app is a learning tool which can be utilized by any Indian citizen preparing for a. Civil Services Examination b. Indian Forest Services c. CAPF d. And other government examinations including state PCS. About ForumIAS ForumIAS.com is India’s most popular platform for Civil Services Examination & Indian Forest Service Examination preparation. We have produced Rank 1 in Civil Service Examination thrice in year 2017, 2021 and 2022. We have also produced Rank 1 in Indian Forest Service 4 times. More than 4000 Forum IAS community members and academic students are currently serving the nation. What’s included? ForumIAS app enables you to get unlimited access to Online classes, Study Plans, Books, Prelim Test series, Main Test Series, Mentorship sessions, Current Affairs, Progress Tracking and much more. It gives you access to daily news and current affairs. It also has multiple materials available freely for students from different subjects. Note: For any query you can reach out to us heldesk@forumias.academy or +91 9311740900.

About

Dakshina Learnings

Features
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Dakshina Learnings is a next-generation UPSC preparation platform committed to breaking conventional barriers in civil service coaching. We blend innovation with strategy to offer a refreshing alternative to traditional methods. Our approach is grounded in activity-based learning, officer-oriented training, and real-world problem-solving techniques that not only improve conceptual clarity but also build analytical thinking and leadership skills among aspirants. We challenge outdated myths in UPSC preparation and replace rote methods with engaging, learner-centric experiences. With a focus on practical understanding, structured progression, and personalized mentorship, Dakshina Learnings empowers aspirants to think like officers from Day 1. Join a platform where preparation meets purpose, and innovation meets impact.

Screenshots

Forum Learning App4 screens
Dakshina Learnings4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Dakshina Learnings at 13.0 against Forum Learning App's 15.6. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Forum Learning App versus Dakshina Learnings: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterForum Learning AppDakshina Learnings
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.613.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size73 MB57 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperShantanu ApurvaTestpress Tech Labs LLP

In-app purchases

None

Forum Learning App

No in-app purchases

None

Dakshina Learnings

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Forum Learning App free?
Forum Learning App is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Dakshina Learnings free?
Dakshina Learnings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Forum Learning App or Dakshina Learnings have ads?
Neither Forum Learning App nor Dakshina Learnings shows ads.

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