# Language Learning vs tutor.new

The clearest difference is monetization model: tutor.new at free with in-app purchases against Language Learning's subscription. tutor.new also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Language Learning's advantage is ratings volume (15K vs 3) and chart position (#49 vs unranked). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Language Learning sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and tutor.new sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

tutor.new holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Language Learning has 15K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Language Learning's written reviews are positive against 50% of tutor.new's.

Language Learning ships an update weekly, tutor.new every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Language Learning | tutor.new |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (15K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/language-learning-pingo-ai/id6738882620/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tutornew/id6744717421/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 25.2% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | **#49** | — |
| Size | 80 MB | 157 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Pingo AI, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1760092937) | [Sophia Edu Labs GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1765916575) |

## What reviewers say

### Language Learning

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

**Currently charting:** #49 Top Free · Education, #135 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


### tutor.new

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tutornew/id6744717421)

Access focused learning sessions with a dedicated tutor. Schedule lessons, upload assignments, and engage with interactive whiteboards and AI-powered assistance. Offers personalized tutoring across various subjects at affordable prices.

**Highlights:** Personalized learning tailored to academic needs, Upload assignments and materials, Flexible scheduling for regular or individual lessons, Video conferencing with AI tutor, Interactive notes and visualizations, Download and share notes

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tutoring (1 hour per week) | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Tutoring (2 hours per week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Tutoring (3 hours per week) | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Games Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Tutoring (1 hour/week, 3x boost) | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Tutoring (2 hours/week, 3x boost) | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Tutoring (3 hours/week, 3x boost) | $20.99 | per 7 days |
| Tutoring (1 Lesson) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Tutoring (10 Lessons) | $40.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Language Learning free?

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

### Is tutor.new free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Language Learning or tutor.new?

tutor.new is rated higher. Language Learning averages 4.6 out of 5 from 15K ratings, while tutor.new averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Language Learning or tutor.new have ads?

Language Learning shows ads; tutor.new does not.

### Which is updated more often, Language Learning or tutor.new?

Language Learning ships an update weekly, and tutor.new every 2 weeks. Most recently, Language Learning was updated on September 27, 2026 and tutor.new on September 23, 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.*