# Parrot vs Language Learning

Parrot and Language Learning both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 44% of Parrot's written reviews are positive against 25% of Language Learning's. On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Parrot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Language Learning sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Parrot against 4.6 for Language Learning. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 18K and 16K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 44% of Parrot's written reviews are positive against 25% of Language Learning's.

Parrot ships an update weekly, Language Learning every 6 days. Both last shipped on November 1, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Parrot | Language Learning |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parrot-learn-spanish-language/id6736955121/reviews)** | [4.6 (16K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-learning-pingo-ai/id6738882620/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **18K** | 16K |
| Positive reviews | **44.4% of reviews** | 25.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #48 | **#42** |
| Size | 227 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | +12 | +4 |
| Developer | [Parrot Learning Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1770381780) | [Pingo AI, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1760092937) |

## What reviewers say

### Parrot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parrot-learn-spanish-language/id6736955121)

**Currently charting:** #48 Top Free · Education, #88 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Learn Spanish by scrolling through authentic videos, similar to social media feeds. This app uses a natural immersion method to help you understand and speak real Spanish quickly. Features include instant translation and gamified progress to keep you motivated.

**Highlights:** Learn naturally from native speakers, Fastest video-based learning, Tap to translate captions, Bite-sized, flexible lessons, Gamified progress and streaks, Plant a tree for milestones

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parrot+ (weekly) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Parrot+ Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Parrot+ | $9.99 | per month |
| Parrot+ Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Parrot+ Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Monthly Parrot+ | $19.99 | per month |
| Parrot+ Annual: Learn Spanish | $44.99 | per year |
| Annual Parrot+ | $44.99 | per year |
| Annual Parrot Premium | $89.99 | per year |
| Annual Parrot+ | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🌟 Best language learning app
- 👍 Engaging and effective learning experience
- 🙌 Helps improve Spanish quickly
- 🎥 Great for listening practice with real-world content
- 🤩 Life-changing for language learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🚫 Requires payment to access full app
- 🤔 Misleading about free trial and subscription options
- 🐛 Technical issues like white screen and loading problems

**Reported bugs**

- White screen on app launch
- Stuck on loading screen

**Requested features**

- Option to bypass free trial screen
- More practice questions and consolidation exercises after lessons
- Proficiency test or CEFR level indicators to find right starting point


### Language Learning

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-learning-pingo-ai/id6738882620)

**Currently charting:** #42 Top Free · Education, #152 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Practice speaking over 25 languages with an advanced AI companion. Engage in realistic conversations, receive instant feedback on pronunciation and grammar, and build fluency and confidence through personalized learning plans. Focus on vocabulary you'll actually use in real-life scenarios.

**Highlights:** AI speaking companion, Real-life conversation practice, Instant feedback on pronunciation and grammar, Personalized learning plans, Learn 25+ languages, Adaptive progress tracking

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pingo Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| Pingo Pro | $17.99 | per month |
| Pingo Pro | $19.99 | per month |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $83.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $89.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $89.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $99.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $109.99 | per year |
| Pingo Pro | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great for practicing speaking
- 🚀 Fantastic for practicing language
- 💡 Helps break past learning plateaus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Paid subscription required
- 🐛 Bugs and freezing issues
- ⏱️ Limited speaking time with paid plan

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and unresponsive AI during conversations
- App fails to load past initial screen

**Requested features**

- Free trial or free version option
- Increase speaking time limit for paid plan
- Option to remove pinyin entirely


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Parrot free?

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

### Is Language Learning free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Parrot or Language Learning?

Parrot is rated higher. Parrot averages 4.7 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while Language Learning averages 4.6 from 16K ratings.

### Do Parrot or Language Learning have ads?

Both Parrot and Language Learning show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Parrot or Language Learning?

Parrot ships an update weekly, and Language Learning every 6 days. Most recently, Parrot was updated on November 1, 2026 and Language Learning on November 1, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Parrot or Language Learning?

Parrot currently peaks at #48 in the App Store charts, and Language Learning at #42. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*