Linglo vs Hersey
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Linglo
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Linglo is a language exchange platform where people meet through language and culture. Practice with native speakers. Discover new cultures. Make friends. Have meaningful conversations. Language starts the conversation. People make it worth coming back. WHAT YOU CAN DO • Find people who speak the language you’re learning — and want yours • Message privately once you’ve found someone worth talking to • Join the Wall for public conversation starters • Try Topic Battle — short writing duels that keep the community lively • Build a clear profile so others know who they’re messaging WHO IT’S FOR Curious people who care about languages, travel, foreign friends, living abroad, and real cultural connection — not homework apps or swipe culture. WHAT LINGLO IS NOT Not a dating app. Not a language course. Not an AI tutor. Not another generic social feed. PREMIUM Linglo Premium unlocks additional features for members. Subscription pricing and benefits are displayed inside the app before purchase. Language is the bridge. Not the destination. Download Linglo and start a real conversation. LEGAL Terms of Use (EULA): https://linglo.app/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://linglo.app/privacy-policy
Hersey
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Hersey is the neighbourhood network. Connect with people nearby, share what matters on your street, and find everything local in one place — groups, chat, events, marketplace and a trusted business directory. WHY HERSEY • Neighbour-first: follow streets, buildings and interest groups to keep up with nearby updates. • Real conversations: private 1–1 and group messaging with photos and videos. • Local marketplace: buy and sell safely in your area with clear profiles and chat. • Events made easy: discover what’s on, create meetups and RSVP in a tap. • Business pages: explore trusted local services with profiles, contact options and posts. • Your feed, your rules: filter by distance or interests to see the most relevant posts. • Safety tools: block/report, control who can contact you, and choose what you share. • Privacy by design: messages are encrypted; your precise location is always optional. DO MORE, LOCALLY • Post updates, photos or videos to your neighbourhood feed. • Create topic-based groups for your building, school run, hobby or street. • Promote your business or side-gig with a simple profile and posts. • Find recommendations from real neighbours for plumbers, cafés, gyms and more. • List items to sell, or find great deals around the corner. GET STARTED Download and sign up in seconds. Set your area and interests. Join groups, follow places, and say hello. Hersey is built for everyday community life — whether you’re at home, at work or exploring a new area. Join in and make your neighbourhood stronger.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Linglo at none against Hersey's shown. Linglo also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Linglo ships an update every 9 days, Hersey every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Linglo | Hersey |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 4 weeks |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 42 MB | 118 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Abdul Mateen | Hersey Social Ltd |
In-app purchases
Linglo
No in-app purchases
Hersey
No in-app purchases









