Comparison

Subix vs TalkBuddies

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

Head to head
About

Subix

Features
Read full description

LEARN LANGUAGES THROUGH MOVIES AND SERIES Want to make language learning fun and natural? With Subix, you can watch your favorite movies and series with subtitles and turn them into language lessons. HOW DOES TRANSLATION WORK? Just copy any subtitle and instantly translate it with Google Translate. Need more than a quick result? AI is built in to help you dive deeper into grammar, vocabulary, and context. CAN I LEARN MORE EFFECTIVELY? Yes! Subix lets you display dual subtitles so you can follow two languages at the same time. This makes it easier to connect meaning and structure while you watch. WHAT ABOUT LONG-TERM LEARNING? We know progress comes with practice. That’s why we’re working on a flashcard system inspired by Anki, so you can review and memorize the phrases you’ve encountered in your movies. WHY SUBIX? Because you don’t just want to watch—you want to learn. Subix transforms your viewing time into effective, engaging language practice.

About

TalkBuddies

Features
Read full description

Talk your way to fluency with TalkBuddies - your new digital language soulmate awaits! Learning a language shouldn't feel boring or repetitive. That's why we made TalkBuddies fun, friendly, and tailored just for you. Powered by AIbuddies with rich, in-context personalities, TalkBuddies helps you speak more languages fluently through the best proven method: real, engaging conversations. Key Features: • Chat Naturally: Practice your language skills in text-based chats that feel like talking to a real friend. Leave shyness behind and enjoy stress-free conversations whenever you want. • Voice Messages: Send voice recordings to your AIbuddies, view the transcription to track your progress, and improve your pronunciation every day. Express yourself freely and build confidence! • Instant Feedback: Once you finish a conversation, save your transcript and get clear, actionable feedback. Highlight your strengths, correct mistakes, and watch your skills grow. • Diverse AIbuddies: Choose from unique AI-powered characters, each with their own personality, interests, and chat style. Whether it's Luca guiding you through Italian idioms or Catarina whisking you away to Brazil with colorful anecdotes, every chat feels fresh and motivating. With support for English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, and more, fluency is just a conversation away! Ready to meet your AIbuddy? Download TalkBuddies and start your digital conversations for real fluency today!

Screenshots

Subix3 screens
TalkBuddies4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Subix at none against TalkBuddies's 5. On price, ads, device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TalkBuddies sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Subix asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 4 level
Subix versus TalkBuddies: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSubixTalkBuddies
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better14.0
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB68 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEric AntoineOscar Santiago Haspert Piaggio

In-app purchases

None

Subix

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

TalkBuddies

Subscriptions2
  • TalkBuddies Plus$1.991 Month
  • TalkBuddies Pro$4.991 Month
One-time3
  • 100 Conversational Gems$1.99
  • 500 Conversational Gems$4.99
  • 1,200 Conversational Gems$9.99

Questions

Is Subix free?
Subix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is TalkBuddies free?
TalkBuddies is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Subix or TalkBuddies have ads?
Neither Subix nor TalkBuddies shows ads.

Other comparisons