# Linguin vs Learn Calabrian

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Linguin at 47% against Learn Calabrian's 0%. Linguin also leads on rating (4.2 vs 3.0) and ratings volume (165 vs 1). Learn Calabrian's advantage is iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Linguin sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Learn Calabrian sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Linguin holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Linguin has 165 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 47% of Linguin's written reviews are positive against 0% of Learn Calabrian's.

Linguin ships an update fortnightly, Learn Calabrian every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Linguin | Learn Calabrian |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.2 (165 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/linguin-listening-practice/id6478230990/reviews)** | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-calabrian/id6502546120/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **165** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **46.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 47 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bernard Jollans](https://appshunter.io/developer/1732277090) | [Robert Garofalo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1496568187) |

## What reviewers say

### 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 |


### Learn Calabrian

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-calabrian/id6502546120)

Master the Calabrian language with this app, focusing on the Catanzaro dialect. It offers translations, interactive quizzes, and cultural insights to aid learners. Support helps expand to new dialects and features.

**Highlights:** Word, phrase, and verb translations, Focus on Catanzaro dialect, Interactive learning quizzes, Culturally relevant insights, Support for ongoing development

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full access annually | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Linguin free?

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

### Is Learn Calabrian free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Linguin or Learn Calabrian?

Linguin is rated higher. Linguin averages 4.2 out of 5 from 165 ratings, while Learn Calabrian averages 3.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Linguin or Learn Calabrian have ads?

Both Linguin and Learn Calabrian show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Linguin or Learn Calabrian?

Linguin ships an update fortnightly, and Learn Calabrian every 2 weeks. Most recently, Linguin was updated on October 16, 2026 and Learn Calabrian on October 5, 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.*