Language Cubes vs German Grammar
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Language Cubes
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Learn real vocabulary by playing - for free Explore up to 15,000 words across 14 languages - from absolute beginner (A1) to advanced (C2). No flashcards. No fake promises. Just colors, memory, and real repetition. What is Language Cubes? Language Cubes is a vocabulary game that helps you actually remember words - not just recognize them. It’s built for: • Beginners, advanced learners, and everyone in between (A1 - C2) • Students, travelers, and lifelong learners • Daily brain training and vocabulary review Supported languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Ukrainian, Serbian, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Hindi, Swedish. How it works: Choose your languages & level First, pick your native language and the one you want to learn. Then choose your starting level - from A1 beginner to C2 advanced. You’ll get vocabulary from your level only - not too easy, not too hard. Color levels first - every word pair appears in the same color: one in your language, one in the language you're learning. This helps your brain make fast connections. Gray levels second - the color disappears. No clues. Just gray cubes. Now your brain has to pull the right words from memory. This recall is what trains your memory and makes the words stick. Every 12 levels, you get another chance to learn the words you missed - until they stick. With 132 unique color palettes, every level looks fresh. It’s a simple loop: Color teaches. Gray tests. Repetition makes it last. Features: • 100% free to play - no subscriptions • Works offline - perfect for travel or short sessions • Fits all screens - phones, tablets, anything • Themed levels: food, travel, emotions, and more • Made by a solo indie dev - and language learner No grammar. No drills. Just real vocabulary. Real memory. Real progress. Even 5 minutes a day builds a habit. And that’s when words start to stay with you - for real. Free vocabulary game. 14 languages. A1 - C2. Start playing - and start remembering.
German Grammar
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Build real confidence with intermediate German grammar (Deutsch Grammatik)—fast. This app turns tricky rules into simple, bite-size lessons with clear explanations, lots of examples, and practice MCQs that actually help you remember what you learn. Who it’s for • Learners moving beyond the basics (A2 → B1/B2 German) and frequent travelers to German-speaking countries • Motivated beginners who want a clear, structured German course • Busy adults who prefer short, focused study sessions on grammar, verbs, and word order • People intending to improve reading, writing, and speaking German for work, study, or travel What you’ll learn • Verb foundations: Präsens, Perfekt vs. Präteritum, Plusquamperfekt, Futur I; modal verbs (können, müssen, dürfen, sollen, wollen) in real sentences • Key tenses & moods: Konjunktiv II for politeness and “would” sentences, reported speech basics (Konjunktiv I), passive voice (Vorgangspassiv & Zustandspassiv) • Cases & articles: Nominativ, Akkusativ, Dativ, Genitiv; der/die/das vs. ein/eine, pronouns in each case, typical verb–case patterns • Word order (Wortstellung): verb-second (V2), questions, inversion, main vs. subordinate clauses (weil, dass, wenn, obwohl), position of nicht and other adverbs • Prepositions: two-way prepositions (in, an, auf, über, unter, vor, hinter, zwischen) with Akkusativ/Dativ; fixed-case prepositions (mit, nach, für, ohne, seit, wegen, trotz, während) • Nouns & adjectives: gender patterns, plural forms, adjective endings (weak/mixed/strong) with clear tables, comparisons & superlatives (größer/am größten) • Pronouns: personal, reflexive, possessive, relative (der/die/das, wo, was); using es in dummy subject structures • Core contrasts & “tricky pairs”: – sein vs. haben as auxiliaries – Perfekt vs. Präteritum in spoken vs. written German – schon vs. erst, doch in natural replies – wo / wohin / woher, da-/wo-compounds (damit, worüber, wofür, dafür, darüber) How it works • 45 guided lessons with concise explanations and example-rich notes • Practice MCQs after each topic, plus mixed reviews to lock in grammar and vocabulary • Progress tracking: see completed lessons, scores, and where to review next • Favorites & quick review: bookmark tough cards, verbs, and grammar points to revisit later • Works offline: learn German grammar anywhere—commute, coffee break, or flight Why this app • Designed for clarity: minimal jargon, maximum understanding of German grammar rules • Structured like a course so you always know what to study next • Built for adults: short sessions, practical examples, everyday Deutsch for speaking, reading, and writing • Ideal companion if you’re preparing for B1/B2 German, moving to Germany/Austria/Switzerland, or polishing rusty school German Privacy & access • No account required. • Content available offline once installed. • Optional Pro upgrade may unlock extra practice, mixed reviews, and customization (when available). Start mastering the German grammar rules that unlock confident Deutsch—one clear lesson at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Language Cubes at none against German Grammar's 1. Language Cubes also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks). German Grammar's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, 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. German Grammar sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Language Cubes asks for nothing beyond the download.
Language Cubes ships an update every 5 days, German Grammar every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 12, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Language Cubes | German Grammar |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 6 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 310 MB | 13 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Alena Bannikova | Adeel Malik |
In-app purchases
Language Cubes
No in-app purchases
German Grammar
- Unlock All Lessons$4.99
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