Comparison

Time To Talk vs Philongo

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

Head to head
About

Time To Talk

Features
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The most comprehensive free language learning app! Learn English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and Dutch with 19,200 words, 500+ grammar lessons, and thousands of interactive exercises. Professional language education from A1 to C2 - speak fluently in just 15 minutes a day! Why Do Over 5 Million People Use Time To Talk? Completely Free - All lessons unlocked, no hidden fees, no subscription 19,200 Words - Largest vocabulary database (daily life, business, travel, academic) 8 Language Options - Turkish, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch A1-C2 Full Program - Progressive system from beginner to advanced 500+ Grammar Topics - All language rules with detailed explanations Interactive Exercises - Multiple choice, tap, fill in the blanks Offline Mode - Full access without internet Exam Preparation - Special content for YDS, YOKDIL, IELTS, TOEFL How It Works: Vocabulary Learning (19,200 Words) Level-specific word groups (A1-C2) Multiple-choice vocabulary tests Usage examples in sentences Spaced repetition for permanent learning Grammar Lessons (500+ Topics) All grammar topics from A1 to C2 Topic explanations and rules Fill-in-the-blank exercises Practice quiz after each topic Interactive Quizzes Multiple-choice tests Word-meaning matching Sentence completion Grammar tests Level placement exams Who Is It For? Beginner (A1-A2): Starting from scratch Intermediate (B1-B2): Improving language skills Advanced (C1-C2): Gaining fluency Exam Prep: YDS, YOKDIL, IELTS, TOEFL students Business: Business English, meetings, emails Study Abroad: University preparation Travel: Practical words for vacation Available Languages: English | German | French | Spanish | Italian | Portuguese | Dutch | Turkish Why Time To Talk Instead of Duolingo, Busuu, Babbel? Completely Free - No locked lessons 19,200 Words - Largest vocabulary pool Ad-Free Experience - Uninterrupted learning Full Offline Access - No internet needed Exam-Focused - YDS, IELTS, TOEFL content User Reviews: "Reached B1 in 3 months!" - John M. "19k words free, incredible!" - Sarah K. 15 Minutes a Day: 5 minutes: Learn 20 new words 5 minutes: Complete grammar lesson 5 minutes: Quiz and review Download Now! Installation in 30 seconds - Complete first lesson now - Speak a new language in 3 months

About

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

Time To Talk4 screens
Philongo4 screens

Verdict

The call

Time To Talk and Philongo are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters โ€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them โ€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Time To Talk versus Philongo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTime To TalkPhilongo
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details โ€” not scored
Size26 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYUSUF INALKACOguzcan Yildirim

In-app purchases

None

Time To Talk

No in-app purchases

None

Philongo

No in-app purchases

Questions

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

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