Comparison

LingoYak vs Eppika

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

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About

LingoYak

Practice any language with an AI-powered tutor that creates personalized lessons based on your chosen topics. Improve speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills through interactive chat and real-time feedback. Supports 28 languages with offline mode available.

Highlights
  • AI GPT-powered language coach
  • Personalized lesson plans from user topics
  • Real-time speech assessment
  • Guided listening and writing practice
  • Vocabulary and grammar in context
  • Gamified progress tracking
  • Offline mode for practice
Features
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AI Chat for Language Learning is Here. Learn and practice any language the easiest way. Chat your way to fluency. LingoYak is an AI Chat GPT-powered language learning coach that adapts to what you want to learn, so you improve up to 10x faster in a WhatsApp-like ai chat. Create your own topics (greetings, travel, hobbies, books, how-to guides, vocabulary lists). LingoYak instantly generates tailored lesson plans and interactive prompts so you can practice speaking, listening, reading, and writing in context. Why LingoYak - Learn up to 10x faster with AI GPT chat tuned for language learning - Personalized lessons built from your topics - HQ audio pronunciation with clear examples - Real-time speech assessment and actionable feedback - YakWriter for guided listening and writing practice - Vocabulary and grammar taught in meaningful contexts - Gamified progress tracking to keep you motivated - Offline mode for travelers and spotty connections - 28 languages supported for all levels (beginner to advanced) How it works - Pick a language you are interested in - Create or select a topic idea you care about - Get an AI-generated lesson plan. - Select your topic and start the lesson - Select content from your lesson plan and type in your own when needed - Speak or type; receive instant corrections, tips, and examples - Save chats for offline access, review, and track progress over time What you can learn - You are in charge. No limit. No restrictions. Learn anything you want - Everyday conversation: greetings, small talk, travel, dining, shopping and more - Professional communication: meetings, presentations, emails and more - Grammar and vocabulary tailored to your plans as you chat in any topic - Pronunciation, listening comprehension, and writing clarity with YakWriter Supported languages Learn in 28 languages, including English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Greek, Filipino, Finnish, Dutch, Danish, Czech, Arabic, Catalan, Chinese, Vietnamese, Romanian, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Russian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, and Croatian. Perfect for - Travelers who need reliable offline practice - Students and self-learners who want to make language learning more personalized - Busy professionals who prefer focused, topic-based lessons Why it’s different Traditional apps force generic lessons. LingoYak lets you drive the curriculum with GPT AI chat that adapts to you. The result: faster progress, real confidence, and lessons that always feel relevant. Start your personalized language journey today with LingoYak. LICENSED APPLICATION END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Eppika

Learn languages by reading adapted stories and bilingual audiobooks. This app offers a vast library of classics and bestsellers rewritten to match your vocabulary and grammar level, making language acquisition natural and enjoyable. Track your progress and build vocabulary effortlessly through context.

Highlights
  • Bilingual audiobooks and stories
  • Adapted reading levels (A1-B2+)
  • Learn through context
  • Grammar without studying
  • Reading progress tracker
  • Vast library of classics and bestsellers
Features
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Eppika is a language learning app with books and stories adapted to your level. Build reading comprehension, vocabulary, and listening skills through meaningful content instead of repetitive drills. Want to learn Spanish by reading or improve another language through graded readers? Choose a book, read or listen for 10-15 minutes, tap unfamiliar words for instant translations, and learn vocabulary naturally in context. Learn the language you want, whether it’s Spanish, English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, Dutch, Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Turkish, Greek, Czech, or Polish. Spanish is available in both European and Latin American variants. Join a growing community of 15,000+ learners who use Eppika to make reading part of their language-learning routine. With a 4.8 App Store rating based on 700+ ratings, Eppika offers an engaging alternative to repetitive exercises, helping learners stay motivated through stories, native audio, instant translations, and level-adapted books. Graded readers for language learners Eppika offers graded readers based on familiar books, classics, stories, and practical nonfiction. Every text is adapted for levels A1–B2, with vocabulary and grammar matched to the right difficulty. Beginners can start reading without feeling lost, while more experienced learners can progress to richer, more complex texts. Each book is challenging enough to help you improve but clear enough to enjoy. Audiobooks for language learning Use Eppika to read and listen in Spanish, English, French, German, or another available language. Native audio helps improve listening comprehension and pronunciation while developing a better sense of the language’s natural rhythm. Switch to Audiobook Mode when you want to learn during a walk, commute, workout, or before bed. Instant word translation Tap any unfamiliar word for an instant translation without leaving the story. Understand new vocabulary exactly when you need it and keep reading without switching to an external dictionary or translating every sentence. Vocabulary in context Build vocabulary in context by learning words and phrases inside memorable stories. Seeing how words are used makes their meaning easier to understand and remember. Vocabulary tracking helps you follow your progress without relying on isolated flashcards or endless vocabulary lists. Adapted books and stories by level Explore 120+ adapted books and stories in more than 1,800 level-based versions. Start with familiar global titles, then discover classics, literature, practical nonfiction, biography, psychology, productivity, and more. Make reading a daily language habit Eppika fits into short breaks and busy schedules. A focused 10-15-minute session can combine reading, listening, translation, and meaningful progress without points, streaks, or cartoon-style gamification. Who is Eppika for? • Beginners looking for graded readers that do not feel overwhelming • Intermediate learners who want to improve fluency and overcome a plateau • Upper-intermediate learners who want to strengthen comprehension and expand vocabulary • Busy professionals and travelers looking for meaningful daily practice • Book lovers who prefer learning languages through stories instead of traditional lessons How it works 1. Choose the language you want to learn. 2. Select a graded book or story. 3. Set your reading level from A1 to B2. 4. Read or listen, translate unfamiliar words, and build vocabulary in context. Whether you are learning for travel, work, study, culture, or the joy of reading, Eppika helps you turn books into daily language practice. Download Eppika and start learning languages through stories today. Terms of Use: https://eppika.com/legal/terms_of_use Privacy Policy: https://eppika.com/legal/privacy_policy

Screenshots

LingoYak4 screens
Eppika4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Eppika at 4.8 against LingoYak's 3.5. Eppika also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (1.9K vs 2). LingoYak's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 69%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LingoYak sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Eppika sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Eppika holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Eppika has 1.9K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 100% of LingoYak's written reviews are positive against 69% of Eppika's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LingoYak ships an update every 2 weeks, Eppika every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
LingoYak versus Eppika: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLingoYakEppika
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.5 (2 ratings)4.8 (1.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better68.8% of reviews
Number of ratings21.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#150 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size58 MB49 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperJOHN FRANCISTessirion, s.r.o.

Customer experience

LingoYak

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Eppika

All ratings1,861 ratings
Positive96.9%
Neutral1.4%
Negative1.7%
Written reviews112 reviews
Positive68.8%
Neutral9.8%
Negative21.4%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

LingoYak

Subscriptions7
  • LingoYak AI Tutor Starter3 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • LingoYak AI Tutor Explorer3 Days trial$7.951 Month
  • LingoYak AI Tutor Pro3 Days trial$11.951 Month
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  • LingoYak AI Tutor Starter7 Days trial$47.491 Year
  • "LingoYak AI Tutor Explorer7 Days trial$95.001 Year
  • LingoYak AI Tutor Pro7 Days trial$142.991 Year
  • LingoYak AI Tutor Intensive7 Days trial$190.001 Year
One-time3
  • 5,000 Tokens$1.99
  • 10,000 Tokens$2.99
  • 20,000 Tokens$4.99
5 purchases

Eppika

Subscriptions5
  • Premium2 variants$19.991 Month
  • Premium2 variants$39.993 Months
  • Premium - Annual2 variants$49.991 Year
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  • Premium - Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Premium7 Days trial2 variants$89.991 Year

Questions

Is LingoYak free?
LingoYak is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Eppika free?
Eppika is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, LingoYak or Eppika?
Eppika is rated higher. LingoYak averages 3.5 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Eppika averages 4.8 from 1.9K ratings.
Do LingoYak or Eppika have ads?
LingoYak shows ads; Eppika does not.
Which is updated more often, LingoYak or Eppika?
LingoYak ships an update every 2 weeks, and Eppika every 6 days. Most recently, LingoYak was updated on October 16, 2026 and Eppika on October 28, 2026.

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