Comparison

Learner Basic vs Penguin

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

Head to head
About

Learner Basic

Features
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Teaching and learning process managment app! FOR TEACHERS • Create a class for any language and get a unique join code to share • Build your own word and grammar lists — add definitions and hear natural pronunciation • Add co-teachers by email to manage a class together • Track every student's quiz results and progress in one place • Manage lessons and payments per class (lessons used, lessons left, mark as paid) FOR STUDENTS • Join your teacher's class with a code • Study the exact words and grammar your teacher added • Take quizzes and see your score instantly • Tap any word to hear it pronounced out loud PERSONAL LEARNING Prefer to study alone? Create your own private word and grammar lists and quiz yourself anytime — no class needed. Learner keeps teachers, students, and your own study in one place. Privacy policy: https://sharmarabiclanguageschool.com/1-3/ Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Penguin

Features
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Penguin is an innovative language and vocabulary learning app that makes mastering new languages fun and effective through interactive games. Key Features: • Personalized Lessons & Words: Custom lessons and vocabulary sets tailored to your personal goals and learning pace. • Learning Through Games: Memorize words effortlessly by playing engaging games designed for active learning. • Audio Voiceovers & Pronunciation: Improve your speaking and listening skills with clear and accurate audio pronunciations for all words. • Scores & Progress Tracking: Aim for high scores in games and track your accomplishments in real-time. • Email Notifications: Stay motivated with daily study reminders and weekly progress reports sent straight to your inbox. Explore the world of words and learn new languages easily with Penguin! Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Learner Basic4 screens
Penguin4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Learner Basic at none against Penguin's 1. Penguin's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly). 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. Penguin sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $5.99 per month. Learner Basic asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Learner Basic ships an update fortnightly, Penguin every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 4 level
Learner Basic versus Penguin: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearner BasicPenguin
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.115.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperNour SayedAYKUT ARSLANTAS

In-app purchases

None

Learner Basic

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

Penguin

Subscriptions1
  • Penguin Premium Monthly3 Days trial$5.991 Month

Questions

Is Learner Basic free?
Learner Basic is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Penguin free?
Penguin is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Learner Basic or Penguin have ads?
Neither Learner Basic nor Penguin shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Learner Basic or Penguin?
Learner Basic ships an update fortnightly, and Penguin every 3 days. Most recently, Learner Basic was updated on October 6, 2026 and Penguin on October 7, 2026.

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