Comparison

Hello Nabu vs Word Rush

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

Head to head
About

Hello Nabu

This app offers a personalized language learning experience focused on real-life situations. It uses AI to adapt lessons to your goals and context, providing instant feedback and practical vocabulary for effective communication.

Highlights
  • Personalized learning paths
  • Learn in realistic scenarios
  • AI tutor with instant feedback
  • Practical vocabulary and grammar
  • Weekly leagues and achievements
  • Focus on usable skills
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Speak a new language with an AI tutor that actually talks with you. Hello Nabu turns language learning into a story you play. Create your character, step into your own adventure, and learn by doing: real conversations, spoken role plays, and lessons written around you - your level, your goals, your pace. WHY IT WORKS - Speak from day one: voice role plays with instant pronunciation feedback - AI conversations that adapt to what you say - no scripted dialogues - Your own story adventure: personalized chapters and lessons, generated for you - Smart vocabulary review that resurfaces words right before you forget them - Sentence practice, grammar in context, and real-life scenarios - Track your progress from A1 to C2 (CEFR) and across 11 communication skills STAY MOTIVATED - XP, streaks, trophies and leagues make daily practice something to look forward to - Bite-sized sessions that fit into a coffee break - Practice Arena for quick role plays, vocabulary and sentence drills 19 LANGUAGES Learn Spanish, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Russian, Ukrainian, Polish, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Romanian or Turkish. The app is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian, German, Portuguese and Indonesian. Start your adventure today - your tutor is waiting. SUBSCRIPTION Hello Nabu Premium is an optional auto-renewable subscription (monthly or quarterly). Payment is charged to your Apple Account and renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.hellonabu.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://www.hellonabu.com/privacy/

About

Word Rush

Features
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The most fun free language learning game! Learn English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Dutch by popping word bubbles. 2,400 words, A1-C2 level system - learn a new language in just 10 minutes a day! Why Are 500 Thousand+ People Playing Word Rush? Completely Free - All levels unlocked, no hidden fees, no subscription Addictive Game - Pop word bubbles, learn, have fun! 2,400 Words - Progressive difficulty system from A1 to C2 8 Languages - Turkish, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch 5 Lives System - Every mistake costs a life Live Leaderboard - Compete with friends, be at the top Level Up - Each level harder and faster How to Play: Words in target language fall from above Type the word correctly on keyboard quickly Bubble pops, meaning in native language appears Earn points as you type correctly, level up Lose a life if you type wrong or time runs out 2,400 Word Pool A1: 400+ basic words (hello, numbers, colors) A2: 600+ daily words (shopping, restaurant) B1: 600+ intermediate (work, education, technology) B2: 400+ advanced (academic, professional) C1: 300+ expert (negotiation, reports) C2: 200+ native speaker (idioms, expressions) Score and Combo System Each correct word: +10 points 5 words in a row: Combo! +50 bonus 10 words in a row: Mega Combo! +100 bonus Flawless level: Perfect! +200 bonus Power-Up System Extra time: +10 seconds (50 coins) Hint: First 2 letters (30 coins) Freeze word: 5 seconds (40 coins) Who Is It For? Game Lovers: Those who want to learn while having fun Fast Learners: Those who want to learn many words quickly Exam Prep: YDS, IELTS, TOEFL students Business Professionals: Those learning Business English Available Languages: English | German | French | Spanish | Italian | Portuguese | Dutch | Turkish Why Word Rush Instead of Duolingo? Fully Game-Focused - Not boring lessons, fun game Addictive - Can't stop saying "one more game" Competition - Race with friends Free - No locked levels User Reviews: "Can't stop playing! Learned 500 words" - John M. "Most fun language learning method" - Sarah K. 10 Minutes a Day: 3 minutes: Level 1-5 warm-up 4 minutes: Play your current level 3 minutes: Challenging level Download Now! Installation in 30 seconds - Start first game now - Learn 800+ words in 1 month

Screenshots

Hello Nabu4 screens
Word Rush4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Word Rush at none against Hello Nabu's 2. On price, ads, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Hello Nabu sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Word Rush asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Hello Nabu versus Word Rush: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHello NabuWord Rush
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHello NabuYUSUF INALKAC

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Hello Nabu

Subscriptions2
  • Premium monthly7 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Premium quarterly7 Days trial$24.993 Months
None

Word Rush

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Hello Nabu free?
Hello Nabu is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Word Rush free?
Word Rush is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Hello Nabu or Word Rush have ads?
Neither Hello Nabu nor Word Rush shows ads.

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