# LingoBuddy vs Superfluent Classic

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LingoBuddy at 100% against Superfluent Classic's 0%. LingoBuddy also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (fortnightly vs monthly). Superfluent Classic's advantage is ratings volume (19 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LingoBuddy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and Superfluent Classic sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LingoBuddy holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Superfluent Classic has 19 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of LingoBuddy's written reviews are positive against 0% of Superfluent Classic's.

LingoBuddy ships an update fortnightly, Superfluent Classic monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LingoBuddy | Superfluent Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingobuddy-learn/id6754448458/reviews)** | [4.7 (19 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superfluent-classic/id6761118780/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **19** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 111 MB | 86 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jakob Frederik Ahlberg](https://appshunter.io/developer/1848305793) | [Superfluent, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/567586495) |

## What reviewers say

### LingoBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingobuddy-learn/id6754448458)

Practice speaking a new language through natural voice conversations with an AI companion. Get instant feedback on grammar and pronunciation, track your progress on the CEFR scale, and receive personalized recaps after each session. Supports 15 languages.

**Highlights:** AI voice conversations, Personalized progress tracking, Instant grammar/pronunciation feedback, CEFR proficiency scale, 15 languages available, Debrief and recap after calls

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pen Pals | $5.99 | per month |
| Language Adventurer | $6.99 | per month |
| Best Friends | $12.99 | per month |
| Language Master | $35.00 | per 6 months |


### Superfluent Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superfluent-classic/id6761118780)

This is the original version of a language learning application designed to enhance conversational fluency. It offers a foundational experience for users looking to practice speaking skills before the app's major update.

**Highlights:** Conversational fluency improvement, Legacy version experience, Language practice tool, Focus on speaking skills

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Family Plan | $149.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LingoBuddy free?

LingoBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Superfluent Classic free?

Superfluent Classic is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LingoBuddy or Superfluent Classic?

LingoBuddy is rated higher. LingoBuddy averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Superfluent Classic averages 4.7 from 19 ratings.

### Do LingoBuddy or Superfluent Classic have ads?

Neither LingoBuddy nor Superfluent Classic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LingoBuddy or Superfluent Classic?

LingoBuddy ships an update fortnightly, and Superfluent Classic monthly. Most recently, LingoBuddy was updated on October 30, 2026 and Superfluent Classic on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*