Wortz vs German Chunks
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Wortz
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Learn German with image flashcards. Master der/die/das with built-in article tips. 180 words free. Spaced repetition across A1–B1 — five minutes a day, offline, no ads. WHAT MAKES WORTZ DIFFERENT • Article tips on every session — patterns for der, die, das taught inline as you learn • Three review modes — German→English, English→German, and Image Only for pure visual recall • Spaced repetition based on the proven SM-2 algorithm, with a once-per-day guard so cramming can't break your schedule • German-only focus — every word is curated for English speakers learning German • Calm, monochrome design — built to feel focused, not cluttered • Home-screen widget — keep your streak alive at a glance START FREE WITH 180 WORDS Five hand-curated categories at A1–B1 level: Die Stadt (the city, 69 words), Früchte (fruits, 22), Gemüse (vegetables, 23), Körper (the body, 39), and Meinungen (opinions, 27). All review modes, all features, no time limits, no ads. Around 2–3 weeks of daily practice — no purchase required to learn. WORTZ PRO Unlock 10+ additional categories covering food, drinks, clothing, work life, home, animals, health, cooking, and more. Hundreds of extra words, with new categories added regularly — your subscription keeps the content flowing without app updates. Choose monthly, annual, or a one-time purchase that doesn't renew. PRIVACY-FIRST No tracking. No ads. No accounts. Your progress lives on your device. OFFLINE-READY The 180 free words work fully offline. New categories sync from the cloud when you're online. WHO IT'S FOR English speakers learning German at A1, A2, or B1. Travelers, students, expats, and anyone who's tired of forgetting which article goes with which noun. Terms of Use: https://www.notion.so/Wortz-Terms-of-Use-35e547fd73638003aaeed2064a091e8c
German Chunks
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- Short pitch: Learn German the practical way. Multiword chunks you can actually use, not isolated vocab. - What it does: GermanChunks teaches ready-to-use phrases with clear translations, literal hints, usage notes, and natural example sentences. Practice with short lessons, then lock retention with fast review sessions using a simple spaced‑repetition engine. Finish a mini scenario to apply what you learned in realistic contexts (doctor, supermarket, work, renting, phone calls, bureaucracy). - Why it works: Chunk-first learning + context-rich examples = faster usable fluency for adult learners. - Key features: - Curated packs for everyday situations - Chunk cards with examples, audio placeholders, and usage notes - Lightweight spaced‑repetition review (local, private) - Scenario challenges for applied practice - Home widget, progress tracking, and gentle reminders - Offline-first: all content stored locally; no account required - Privacy & ads: Uses Apple ATT and AdMob for ads; privacy policy and support links available in Settings and on our website. - Call to action: Start a 5‑minute lesson now: real phrases, real results.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: German Chunks at none against Wortz's 3. Wortz's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. Wortz sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. German Chunks asks for nothing beyond the download.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.
| Parameter | Wortz | German Chunks |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 12 MB | 172 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Punam Devi Chhikara | Karthikeyan Sivamani |
In-app purchases
Wortz
- Monthly$4.991 Month
- Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Lifetime$59.99
German Chunks
No in-app purchases









