ArabyBuddy vs Lugatna
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
ArabyBuddy
This app transforms learning Arabic into an engaging game with interactive lessons, real-world scenarios, and instant pronunciation feedback. Earn XP, climb ranks, and enjoy varied practice methods like puzzles and flashcards. A free trial is available.
- Gamified learning with XP and ranks
- Interactive lessons for real-world scenarios
- Live pronunciation feedback via microphone
- Varied practice modes (puzzles, flashcards)
- Daily practice with streaks and community challenges
- Supports multiple Arabic dialects
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Learn the Arabic people actually speak. ArabyBuddy teaches seven varieties of Arabic: Modern Standard, Egyptian, Levantine, Gulf, Sudanese, Iraqi and Moroccan Darija. Pick the one you need, and the words, phrases and conversations in your lessons are in that dialect. ArabyBuddy makes picking up Arabic feel less like schoolwork and more like a game. Practise daily with short, playful lessons, earn XP, and climb the ranks from Trainee to Legendary. Your Dialect, Start to Finish Choose Egyptian for the Arabic of film and music, Levantine for Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and Palestine, Gulf for Saudi Arabia and the Gulf states, or Sudanese, Iraqi or Darija, and learn it from the alphabet up. Prefer the formal language of news and books? Modern Standard Arabic is there too. Interactive Curriculum Talk, tap and spell your way through real-world scenarios. The learning path guides you through meeting new people, ordering at cafes and finding your way around a new city. Speak and Hear It Hear words spoken in your dialect, then use your microphone for instant pronunciation feedback. With a Membership, practise real conversations with ArabyBuddy's AI characters. Varied Practice Crossword puzzles, flashcards, dialogue practice and more. Perfect for a quick commute or a longer session at home. Built for Every Kind of Learner Starting from zero, reconnecting with family, or heading somewhere new, ArabyBuddy turns Arabic into a daily habit. 7-Day Free Trial Try everything free for 7 days. After that, an ArabyBuddy Membership unlocks unlimited daily practice in every dialect and level, plus community challenges, AI speaking practice and new lessons added regularly. Cancel anytime. Your 7-day free trial converts to an auto-renewing annual membership unless cancelled at least 24 hours before it ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your device's Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://arabybuddy.com/privacy-policy Terms of Service: https://arabybuddy.com/terms-of-service
Lugatna
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Ready to actually speak Arabic? Step out of the textbook and into the real world with Lugatna. Most language apps teach you lists of random words you'll never use. Lugatna is different. We place you directly inside authentic, real-world stories where learning Arabic is your only way forward. Whether you are navigating the bustling markets of Cairo, chatting on a rooftop in Beirut, or sharing stories around a Bedouin campfire, Lugatna makes Arabic immersion exciting, practical, and highly interactive. Why Choose Lugatna? *Immersive Narrative Learning: Forget flashcards and rote memorization. Progress through gripping, interactive storylines set across the Arab world where your choices shape the conversation. *Real-World Dialects & Modern Standard Arabic: Learn the language as it is actually spoken on the streets, bridging the gap between formal grammar and daily communication. *Interactive Roleplay: Practice speaking and responding in realistic social, travel, and professional scenarios to build genuine conversational confidence. *Contextual Vocabulary: Pick up natural idioms, slang, and cultural nuances organically through storytelling rather than isolated drills. *Bite-Sized Lessons: Designed for your busy schedule—make real progress with just a few minutes a day, whether you are commuting or relaxing at home.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Lugatna at none against ArabyBuddy's 4. Lugatna also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. ArabyBuddy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $35.00 per year. Lugatna asks for nothing beyond the download.
ArabyBuddy ships an update every 2 weeks, Lugatna every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | ArabyBuddy | Lugatna |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 213 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | GADIR TECH LTD | Educa solutions |
In-app purchases
ArabyBuddy
- ArabyBuddy Membership7 Days trial$35.001 Year
- Hibr — Small Pot$1.99
- Hibr — Ink Jar$3.99
- Hibr — Ink Barrel$7.99
Lugatna
No in-app purchases









