Comparison

Input vs Polingo Learn Polish

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

Head to head
About

Input

Features
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Start understanding Polish naturally — through stories, dialogues, and real-life context. Our approach is based on the comprehensible input method — the brain absorbs language much more easily when you hear understandable speech in real situations. Instead of boring exercises: • audio podcasts for A1–B1 learners • real-life stories and dialogues • AI conversations after listening • word and phrase translations with examples • listening comprehension practice • gradual exposure to natural Polish • learning without overwhelming grammar This app helps you not just study the language, but start feeling it. You naturally get used to structures, expressions, and phrases inside real context — the same way language is acquired in real life. What’s inside Podcasts for learning Polish Listen to stories and dialogues adapted to your level. New words are explained through context, not dry definitions. AI Practice After each podcast, you can discuss what you heard with AI — by text or voice. This helps you start speaking and using new phrases faster. Neuro Lessons Lessons based on a neuroscience-inspired method that helps you understand language structure through logic and comparison with your native language. Word & Phrase Translations Tap unfamiliar words and get: • translations • explanations • usage examples • similar phrases Natural Language Acquisition The more understandable content you listen to, the more naturally your brain starts recognizing the language. Progress Tracking Continue listening where you left off and track your learning activity. Who this app is for • beginners • people tired of memorization • learners struggling with listening comprehension • anyone who wants to speak naturally • podcast and content-based learning lovers Start understanding Polish naturally Listen. Understand. Absorb. Speak. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Polingo Learn Polish

Features
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Polingo makes learning Polish fun, memorable, and effective. Whether you're planning a trip to Poland, connecting with Polish family, or simply love learning languages — Polingo has you covered from your very first word to conversational confidence. LEARN YOUR WAY Start with the basics or jump ahead — you choose your starting point. Polingo offers structured categories including Alphabet, Numbers, Greetings, Food & Drink, Family, Travel, Animals, Colours, Body Parts, and many more. Each category builds your vocabulary step by step with interactive flashcards featuring native Polish pronunciation. HEAR EVERY WORD Every Polish word comes with text-to-speech pronunciation so you can hear exactly how it sounds. Tap the speaker icon anytime to hear a word repeated — perfect for mastering those tricky Polish sounds like ś, ć, ź, and ż. PLAY GAMES TO PRACTISE Head to the Games Hub for Hangman, Match Pairs, and Speed Challenges. Hangman tests your spelling with a 90-second timer and progressive difficulty. Match Pairs sharpens your recall. Speed Challenge pushes your reaction time. Earn XP and compete against yourself. LAUGH WHILE YOU LEARN Polingo teaches through humour. Our cultural tips highlight funny misunderstandings that happen when English speakers try Polish — like how "szukam" (I'm looking for) sounds suspiciously like something rude in English. These memorable moments make vocabulary stick. DAILY TIPS & INSIGHTS Every day brings a new cultural gem, language tip, or amusing fact about Polish. Share your favourites with friends and bookmark the ones you want to revisit. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Watch your vocabulary grow with detailed progress tracking. Earn XP for every lesson and game, build daily streaks, and unlock achievement badges. Your weekly activity chart shows exactly how your learning habit is developing. DESIGNED FOR EVERYONE Polingo is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. The clean, intuitive design makes it easy to pick up whether you're 8 or 80. No ads, no distractions — just pure learning. KEY FEATURES: • 500+ Polish words across 15+ categories • Native text-to-speech pronunciation • Interactive flashcards with swipe-to-review • 3 game modes: Hangman, Match Pairs, Speed Challenge • Daily cultural tips and language insights • XP system with streaks and achievements • Progress tracking with weekly activity charts • Dark mode support • Works offline • Child-friendly content Start your Polish journey today. Dzień dobry!

Screenshots

Input4 screens
Polingo Learn Polish4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Polingo Learn Polish at none against Input's 8. Polingo Learn Polish also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price and ads 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. Input sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Polingo Learn Polish asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 2 level
Input versus Polingo Learn Polish: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterInputPolingo Learn Polish
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYauheni SurmaMelissa John

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Input

Subscriptions8
  • Basic (monthly)$7.991 Month
  • Conversational (Monthly)$9.991 Month
  • Fluent (Monthly)$14.991 Month
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  • Pro (Monthly)$29.991 Month
  • Basic (6-Month)$39.996 Months
  • Conversational (6-Month)$49.996 Months
  • Fluent (6-Month)$79.996 Months
  • Pro (6-Month)$129.996 Months
None

Polingo Learn Polish

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Input free?
Input is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Polingo Learn Polish free?
Polingo Learn Polish is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Input or Polingo Learn Polish have ads?
Neither Input nor Polingo Learn Polish shows ads.

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