KoreanSense vs Learn Korean
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
KoreanSense
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KoreanSense is a complete Korean learning app: a rich dictionary, six levels of grammar, graded reading and listening, and full-length TOPIK mock exams. DICTIONARY Look up any word and get clear definitions, real example sentences with translations, and related words for every meaning. Search in Korean or English, or draw characters by hand. GRAMMAR Hundreds of patterns across six levels, from beginner to advanced. Every pattern comes with a plain-English explanation, conjugation rules, and example sentences. READING Graded passages with audio that highlights each word as it plays. Comprehension questions let you check your understanding as you go. LISTENING Dialogues and exercises at every level, with transcripts and gap-fill practice. TOPIK Full-length mock exams in the real exam format, with timed listening and reading sections and detailed results. STUDY TOOLS Save any word into flashcard decks and review anywhere, including on Apple Watch. Break down whole sentences word by word. Practice pronunciation and typing. AND MORE Slang and everyday Korean, explained. Vocabulary drawn from K-pop lyrics. iCloud sync across your devices. Free to start. Unlock everything with a one-time KoreanSense Plus purchase.
Learn Korean
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You do not force a language in. You let it wash over you. LingoWave is built on a simple conviction: fluency comes from massive exposure to real Korean you can mostly understand โ not from grinding grammar tables. Open the app, step into the current, and let the language do its work. * THE WAVE FEED * - A continuous vertical stream of real Korean content: videos, dialogs, short talks, news and stories - Content sits right at your level, with just enough challenge to pull you forward - Import YouTube videos you enjoy and turn them into leveled input * UNDERSTAND EVERYTHING, LOOK UP ANYTHING * - Full synced transcripts on every piece of content - Tap any word for an instant, non-disruptive definition - Grammar notes, dictation and comprehension checks available whenever you want them โ never forced * LET YOUR EARS LEAD * - Shadow native speech line by line to tune your mouth to real rhythm - On-device AI scores your pronunciation 0-100 for accuracy, fluency and completeness - Works fully offline, so your practice stays private and uninterrupted * INPUT-RICH CONVERSATION * - An AI partner that carries the conversation, giving you rich, level-appropriate language to absorb - Choose topics and difficulty; receive gentle, natural feedback - Talk Now: anonymous live voice calls with learners worldwide when you feel like real exchange * WORDS THAT SETTLE IN * - Vocabulary you save is revisited through spaced repetition at natural intervals - Four low-pressure review modes: flashcards, multiple choice, typing, pronunciation * DRIFT WITH OTHERS * - A community feed for sharing what you are watching and reading - Optional streaks, daily goals, games and leaderboards for those who enjoy them LingoWave is free to start riding. Premium removes ads and opens unlimited waves of content. Ride the wave. Absorb Korean. Arrive at fluency the way water arrives at the shore โ naturally. Terms of Use: https://lingfast-server.tnpixel.com/legal/lingowave/terms-of-service
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Learn Korean at 16.0 against KoreanSense's 26.0. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. KoreanSense sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Learn Korean sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | KoreanSense | Learn Korean |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | โ |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 16.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 199 MB | 105 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Man Jun Choi | Dinh Thang Tran |
In-app purchases
KoreanSense
- KoreanSense Plus$49.99
- KoreanSense Plus$69.99
Learn Korean
- LingoWave Premium Weekly$3.997 Days
- LingoWave Premium Monthly$8.991 Month
- LingoWave Premium 3 Months$19.993 Months
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- LingoWave Premium 6 Months$32.996 Months
- LingoWave Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
- LingoWave Premium Lifetime$249.99









