Comparison

Vokki vs Skillupgerman

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

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About

Vokki

Features
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Vokki — learn German from your language. Full support for English, Ukrainian, Polish, and Russian — with more languages on the way. Speak German with AI (premium) Live role-play conversations with an AI tutor: 96 real-life scenarios — from ordering coffee to a job interview. Rehearse your oral exam and get a personal debrief with corrections after every call. AI conversations use sparks, available through in-app purchases or the Pro subscription; new users receive free starter sparks. Tap-to-explain (premium) Tap any word while reading — AI explains the form, the case, and why it's used that way. The AI grammar breakdown uses sparks. 200 bilingual stories (A1–B2) Learn German with parallel German text and an English translation side by side. Three audio modes: German only, bilingual (German + English alternating), and 3x immersion. Sentences highlight as you listen — follow along in real time. 4 reading modes Parallel text, split screen, full text, or hidden translation — pick the mode that fits your level. 128 grammar lessons + 6 tests Theory, tables, and exercises from A1 to B2. Articles, cases, conjugations, Konjunktiv and more — all explained in plain English. 8 vocabulary trainers Word-translation, constructor, listening, sprint, word catcher, crossword, Brainshtorm, and others. Varied and effective. 14,500+ words with flashcards Learn vocabulary with the SM-2 spaced repetition system. Progress saves automatically. Your own content Import YouTube videos with German subtitles, paste your own texts, load Anki decks (.apkg/.colpkg) or CSV files. Export to CSV anytime. AI-powered import (YouTube videos and your own texts) uses sparks; Anki and CSV import is free. Pronunciation & recording Practice your pronunciation — record yourself and compare with a native speaker. Grammar podcasts "Sprechen mit Jonas" — dialogues that go with each of the 128 lessons, with a built-in mini-player. 12 podcasts are free: the first 3 lessons of each level A1, A2, B1 and B2. The remaining 116 unlock with the Pro subscription. Progress system XP, streaks, achievements, and CEFR sub-levels keep you learning every day. Dashboard with skill scores, weak topics, and a content shelf. Made for learners worldwide The app speaks your language: English, Ukrainian, Polish, Russian — and the list keeps growing. Free and paid features Vokki is free to download. Stories, grammar lessons, vocabulary trainers, flashcards, and pronunciation practice are free. Podcasts: 12 are free (3 per level), all 128 unlock with the auto-renewable Pro subscription. AI-powered features — conversations with the AI tutor, AI word explanations, and AI import of videos and texts — require sparks, available through in-app purchases or the auto-renewable Pro subscription. New users receive free starter sparks to try the AI features. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Skillupgerman

This app makes learning German fun and engaging through gamified challenges and interactive quests. Improve vocabulary, grammar, and listening skills in a fantasy-inspired world. It helps build consistent study habits for all levels of learners.

Highlights
  • Gamified learning experience
  • Daily quests and challenges
  • Vocabulary and grammar practice
  • Listening and speaking exercises
  • Progress tracking and rewards
  • Interactive world maps
Features
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SkillUpGerman is an interactive and gamified German learning app designed to make studying fun, engaging, and motivating. Explore a unique fantasy-inspired world while improving your German vocabulary, grammar, listening skills, and article usage through mini-games, challenges, and daily activities. Whether you are a beginner or already learning German, SkillUpGerman helps you build consistent habits and improve your language skills step by step. Learn German Like a Game Turn studying into an adventure with: - Daily quests - Achievements and rewards - Experience and ranking systems - Interactive world maps - Learning streaks - Progress tracking Practice German Articles and Vocabulary Improve your understanding of: - der / die / das - German nouns and articles - Vocabulary by topics - Grammar exercises - Word building - Sentence practice Listening & Speaking Practice Train your comprehension skills with: - Audio exercises - Listening challenges - Dialog-based tasks - Topic-based conversations Multiple Learning Modes Choose from different training styles: - Word translation - Insert the article - Guess the word - Listening comprehension - Picture description - Grammar training - Speed challenges Explore Language Worlds Travel through themed locations and unlock new learning zones while completing tasks and mastering German. Stay Motivated Build learning habits with: - Daily goals - Rewards system - Unlockable achievements - Rank progression - Streak mechanics SkillUpGerman combines structured learning with game mechanics to create an enjoyable and effective language learning experience. Start your German journey today!

Screenshots

Vokki4 screens
Skillupgerman4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Vokki at none against Skillupgerman's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. Vokki sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Skillupgerman sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Vokki ships an update every 3 days, Skillupgerman every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Vokki versus Skillupgerman: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVokkiSkillupgerman
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 4 days
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size334 MB75 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksandr SharamkoVitali Stayehlazau

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Vokki

Subscriptions5
  • Vokki Starter$2.991 Month
  • Vokki Pro$5.991 Month
  • Vokki Pro — Monthly$8.991 Month
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  • Vokki Ultra$11.991 Month
  • Vokki Pro — Annual$79.991 Year
One-time3
  • ✦100 Sparks$1.99
  • 300 Sparks$4.99
  • 750 Sparks$11.99
4 purchases

Skillupgerman

Subscriptions4
  • Basic Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Plus Monthly3 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • Plus discount$12.001 Month
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  • Plus discount$12.491 Month

Questions

Is Vokki free?
Vokki is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Skillupgerman free?
Skillupgerman is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Vokki or Skillupgerman have ads?
Skillupgerman shows ads; Vokki does not.
Which is updated more often, Vokki or Skillupgerman?
Vokki ships an update every 3 days, and Skillupgerman every 4 days. Most recently, Vokki was updated on November 5, 2026 and Skillupgerman on October 31, 2026.

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