# Loqal vs LiveLab

The clearest difference is rating: LiveLab at 5.0 against Loqal's 3.0. LiveLab also leads on iOS requirement (16 vs 26.0). Loqal's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Loqal sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $13.99 per month and LiveLab sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LiveLab holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Loqal ships an update every 2 days, LiveLab every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Loqal | LiveLab |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loqal-speak-languages/id6757513127/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livelab-streaming-practice/id6774985248/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 166 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **16** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sorato Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867394697) | [Mahmoud Abdelhamid](https://appshunter.io/developer/1866994512) |

## What reviewers say

### Loqal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loqal-speak-languages/id6757513127)

Practice speaking new languages with lifelike AI characters in a judgment-free environment. Engage in simulated real-life conversations, receive corrections, and access structured courses and cultural notes.  The app offers a free trial to explore its features.

**Highlights:** AI-powered conversation practice, Structured language courses, Real-life scenario simulations, Unlimited AI conversations, In-app translation, Progress tracking and corrections

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Loqal Premium Monthly | $13.99 | per month |
| Loqal Premium Yearly | $89.99 | per year |


### LiveLab

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/livelab-streaming-practice/id6774985248)

Practice live streaming in a safe, private AI-powered simulator. Build on-camera confidence, refine presentation skills, and engage with a simulated audience before going live. Track your progress with session statistics.

**Highlights:** AI-powered audience simulation, Practice live streaming privately, Build on-camera confidence, Refine presentation style, Track session progress, Multiple streaming layouts

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LiveLab: Creator Practice Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| LiveLab: Creator Practice Pro | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| LiveLab:Creator Practice Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| 65 Coins | $0.99 | one-time |
| 199 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 330 Coins | $2.99 | one-time |
| 525 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1120 Coins | $7.99 | one-time |
| 1321 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Loqal free?

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

### Is LiveLab free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Loqal or LiveLab?

LiveLab is rated higher. Loqal averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while LiveLab averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Loqal or LiveLab have ads?

Both Loqal and LiveLab show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Loqal or LiveLab?

Loqal ships an update every 2 days, and LiveLab every 5 days. Most recently, Loqal was updated on October 31, 2026 and LiveLab on October 28, 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.*