Comparison

Linqo vs Newspoken

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

Head to head
About

Linqo

Features
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Linqo is a focused language-practice app for people who want real listening and vocabulary skills, not just streaks. LISTENING PRACTICE Two voices act out a short scene. Hit play, type what you hear. Replay, scrub, and reveal the answer at your pace. The next line preloads while you type so practice stays in flow. VOCABULARY PRACTICE Each word card combines a clean illustration, native pronunciation, and an example sentence. Type the word letter by letter to commit it to memory. Audio is replayable as often as you need. AI-GENERATED CONTENT Tap Generate, type a topic, pick a difficulty. Linqo builds a custom 10-word pack or a full conversational scene tailored to that subject. Topics like "Ordering a matcha latte," "Software engineering terms," or "Apologizing for being late" become learning material in about 30 seconds. THREE INTERFACE LANGUAGES English, Chinese (Simplified), and Malay. Pick your native language at first launch. OFFICIAL LIBRARY A curated set of starter scenes and word packs spans beginner to advanced. Free to access — start there before generating your own. SUBSCRIPTION Linqo is free to install. AI generation is gated: - Basic ($9.99/month): generous monthly quota for solo learners - Premium ($19.99/month): higher monthly quota for active practice Free users receive 5 trial generations of each kind (vocabulary and scenes) to try the AI flow before deciding to subscribe. Subscriptions auto-renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel in your Apple ID account settings. Payment is charged to your Apple ID. No refund is provided for the unused portion of a billing cycle. PRIVACY We store your email, language preference, practice history, and an optional profile photo. We do not sell or share your data with advertisers. Generated content stays in your private library. Made by Lionster Sdn. Bhd.

About

Newspoken

Learn new vocabulary daily from real news headlines and current events. Understand the meaning, pronunciation, and context of words shaping today's conversations in just two minutes each morning.

Highlights
  • Daily vocabulary from current events
  • Real news article context
  • Word definitions and pronunciation
  • Smart review system for retention
  • Fits into busy morning routines
Features
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Your Daily Guide to the Language of Right Now Ever see a word in a news headline and feel like you almost know what it means, but not quite enough to use it yourself? Meet Newspoken, the daily vocabulary app built entirely from the language of current events, culture, and global conversations. Instead of forcing you to memorize dusty, random flashcards, Newspoken pulls timely words directly from real stories across politics, business, tech, science, and sports. In just two minutes a morning, you’ll master the exact words shaping the world today so you can read, write, and speak with absolute confidence. Why Newspoken Works Real-World Context: Every word includes its definition, pronunciation, and etymology—plus a direct link to the real news article where it appeared. You won't just learn what a word means; you’ll understand why it matters right now. Built for Busy Routines: No endless scrolling or overwhelming lists. Get a hand-picked selection of essential words every day, designed to fit perfectly into your morning routine. Retention That Sticks: With built-in smart reviews, Newspoken ensures the words you learn stay with you long after you skim the headline. Who is Newspoken For? Curious Readers: Follow the news with total clarity and stop skimming past words you don't fully know. Professionals: Sound sharper in interviews, meetings, and emails by mastering the language of modern business and culture. Students: Easily build an impressive vocabulary for essays, exams, and classroom discussions. Language Learners: The fastest, most practical way to master advanced English as it is actually spoken and written today. Stop just skimming the headlines. Download Newspoken today and start understanding the language of the moment!

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Linqo4 screens
Newspoken4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Newspoken at none against Linqo'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. Linqo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Newspoken asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Linqo versus Newspoken: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLinqoNewspoken
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB63 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperLionster Sdn. Bhd.Michael Scott

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Linqo

Subscriptions2
  • Linqo Basic$9.991 Month
  • Linqo Premium$19.991 Month
None

Newspoken

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Linqo free?
Linqo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Newspoken free?
Newspoken is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Linqo or Newspoken have ads?
Neither Linqo nor Newspoken shows ads.

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