Comparison

Vocablog vs Philongo

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

Head to head
About

Vocablog

Features
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VocabLog — Master English Vocabulary & Grammar with 14,000+ Words VocabLog is the vocabulary and grammar app for English learners at every level. From A1 basics to C2 mastery — including IELTS and TOEFL preparation — it helps you learn words, understand grammar and actually remember both, with spaced repetition and a calm, distraction-free design. 14,000+ WORDS AND EXPRESSIONS • Every word aligned to CEFR levels A1–C2 • Phrasal verbs, idioms, slang and IELTS & TOEFL vocabulary • Clear definitions, example sentences and synonyms • Hear every word spoken aloud • Thematic categories: Travel & Places, Food & Drinks, Business English and more • Dictionary search — find words by spelling or by meaning • Add your own words and review them alongside everything else 58 GRAMMAR TOPICS, 1,450 QUESTIONS • Tenses, modals, passive voice, conditionals, inversion, hedging and more • Clear rules with examples, from A1 to C2 • Every quiz answer is explained, with a link straight to the rule • Quick check under each rule, so you practise as soon as you've read it • Daily review mixes questions from every topic you've studied — the ones you miss come back first • Exercises get harder as you improve: choose, then type, then build the sentence LEARN YOUR WAY • Learn Mode — flashcards with spaced repetition (SRS) • Swipe — right if you know it, left to review, up to save • Test Mode — multiple-choice and synonym questions • Spelling Drill — type the word from its meaning • Writing Practice — complete example sentences with the right form (went, goes, teeth), not just the dictionary word • Review log, statistics, daily goal and streaks BUILT TO LAST • Works offline — learn anywhere • Word of the Day • Back up and restore all your progress • iPhone and iPad, with Dynamic Type and VoiceOver support • No ads, no account, no tracking FREE & PRO Free — A1 & A2 vocabulary, Learn and Swipe modes, Word of the Day, Spelling Drill (A1–A2), the rules of two grammar topics (Tenses and Articles), up to 150 saved words, 20 new cards a day and a daily dictionary allowance. VocabLog Pro — one purchase, no subscription: B1, B2, C1 and C2 levels, all 58 grammar topics with quizzes, Quick check and Daily review, Test Mode and Writing Practice, notes, unlimited saved words, your own words and dictionary lookups, unlimited new cards every day, and iCloud sync across your devices. PRIVACY Your progress stays on your device (Pro can sync through your own iCloud). VocabLog has no ads, no account and no tracking.

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Philongo

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Master a new language with structured, CEFR-aligned lessons from A1 to C2. Philongo combines grammar lessons, interactive quizzes, spaced-repetition flashcards, and progress tracking into one focused app. FEATURES - 80+ grammar lessons across 6 CEFR levels (A1 through C2) - 5,000+ flashcards with SM-2 spaced repetition scheduling - 4 quiz types: multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, true/false, matching - Writing practice tasks with structured prompts - XP system, 34 badges, and daily streak tracking - Professional vocabulary for healthcare, IT, engineering, construction, hospitality, office, and logistics - Telc and Goethe exam prep content (German) - AI practice prompts for conversation practice - Dark mode with automatic system detection - Works fully offline, no internet required - Cloud sync when you create an account - Available in Turkish and English interface WHO IS IT FOR - Beginners starting from scratch (A1) - Intermediate learners preparing for exams (B1/B2) - Advanced speakers refining their skills (C1/C2) - Professionals who need industry-specific vocabulary - Students preparing for Telc, Goethe, TOEFL, or DELE exams HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose your language and level 2. Follow the structured lesson roadmap 3. Take quizzes after each lesson to test comprehension 4. Review vocabulary daily with smart flashcards 5. Track your streak, XP, and progress by level Start learning for free. No ads. No subscriptions. No hidden costs.

Screenshots

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Philongo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Philongo at none against Vocablog's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Vocablog sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Philongo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Vocablog versus Philongo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVocablogPhilongo
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 10 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperERDINC ERSOYOguzcan Yildirim

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Vocablog

One-time1
  • VocabLog Pro$3.99
None

Philongo

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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