Basic vs Hola
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Basic
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Learn the basics of French, with instructions pronounced in your mother tongue ? Yes, that is now possible with Basic-Français. Basic-Français was developed to teach the basics of French in partnership with the City of Paris and the „Ile de France“ region, with some European co-financing. Basic-Français is an App which guides you through your first steps in the process of learning French. Ludo and Vic were created to represent all the peoples of this World and to promote gender equality. They let you discover French through dialogues (in French) which cover many aspects of daily life. There are also many pictures that will help you to increase your vocabulary Basic-Français breaks the wall of words by giving orally the instructions to the exercices, in your mother tongue. This will enable you to learn the basics of French independently of your level of schooling. Basic-Français can even be developed for mother tongues that have no alphabet. Since the instructions are given in a language that you understand, this reduces considerably your level of stress. It makes learning both faster and easier. There are also many activities, including voice recognition, to enhance your prononciation, to help in memorizing and make learning more fun ! Basic-Français covers the first level (A1) of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This will give you the means to progress rapidly in your learning of French. Basic-Français does not use up your data plan. All the activities are fully operational with no internet connection. This is a very important, and rare, characteristic in Apps these days
Hola
Learn Spanish, French, German, and Italian through engaging videos, audiobooks, and news. This app helps build vocabulary and fluency with instant translations, smart flashcards, and contextual learning.
- Learn Spanish, French, German & Italian
- Real-life video learning with one-tap translation
- Instant dictionary lookup
- Graded audiobooks and news articles
- Active graded listening and podcasts
- Personalized word banks and SRS flashcards
- Call-style study reminders
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Hola: Easy Language Learning The ultimate vocabulary and immersion ecosystem for learning Spanish, French, German, and Italian. Turn your favorite short videos, authentic clips, graded audiobooks, trending news stories, and immersive podcasts into an engaging language-learning routine. True fluency requires deep Contextual Input. If you find it challenging to speak confidently because you constantly run out of words, practicing isolated phrases alone isn't enough. Hola provides a comprehensive all-in-one platform that bridges the gap between entertaining media consumption and long-term vocabulary retention, helping you build a natural command of your target language from day one. Why language learners choose Hola: Scroll Real-Life Videos with One-Tap Translation • Learn Spanish, French, German & Italian Naturally: Pick up authentic everyday conversations, native pronunciation, and genuine expressions from bite-sized videos. • Instant Dictionary Lookup: Tap any word in the dual subtitles while watching to see its definition instantly and understand how it is used in real sentences without losing your place. Deep Contextual Learning via Audiobooks & News Move beyond short, fragmented clips. Hola offers a curated library of graded audiobooks and bilingual news articles to help you train your brain to think in your target language organically and master sentence structures over time. Active Graded Listening & Podcasts Enjoy high-quality podcast sessions designed specifically for self-learners. Train your ears to adjust to native speech rhythms, real-world speeds, and authentic accent patterns. Easily customize audio playback speeds to match your current comfort level. Personalized Word Banks & Smart SRS Flashcards • Save on the Go: Seamlessly bookmark new words, phrases, and native expressions directly from your video scrolling or reading exercises into custom study decks. • Spaced Repetition System: Review with a scientifically optimized flashcard algorithm that challenges your memory right before you are about to forget, helping your vocabulary stick long-term. An elegant all-in-one solution that replaces the hassle of juggling between separate news feeds, external dictionary tools, and manual flashcard apps. Never Miss a Study Session with Call-Style Reminders If you don't respond to a study reminder notification within a few minutes, Hola will ring your phone with a call-style alert to bring you back to your lesson. It's a simulated reminder from the app — not a real phone call, so don't be startled! You can turn this feature on or off anytime in Settings. Perfect for: • Beginners who want to build a rich, solid vocabulary foundation from the start. • Busy adults who want to turn daily video-scrolling and reading habits into productive language progress. • Students, travelers, and professionals looking to develop deeper conversational skills and communicate more naturally in Spanish, French, German, or Italian. Download Hola: Easy Language Learning today and discover how combining real-world videos, contextual reading, listening, and smart reviews can make language learning feel effortless.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Basic at 12.0 against Hola's 17.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Basic sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Hola sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Basic | Hola |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 656 MB | 78 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ludo-Vic | Quan Pham |
In-app purchases
Basic
- Full access$9.99
Hola
- Plus+ 1 Month$9.991 Month
- Plus+ 3 months$24.993 Months
- Premium 1 Year1 Year trial4 variants$49.991 Year
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- Plus+ 1 Year$49.991 Year









