Comparison

Learn Russian vs Learn Speak Russian

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

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About

Learn Russian

Features
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Learn Russian faster with real content, AI pronunciation coaching, and live voice practice. LingFast is a next-generation language learning app that replaces boring textbooks with authentic Russian audio, video, and dialog content - then gives you powerful tools to practice speaking, build vocabulary, and track your progress. * IMMERSIVE CONTENT FEED * Swipe through real-life Russian lessons in a TikTok-style feed: - Native Russian dialogs and two-speaker conversations - Short news articles and stories - Videos and imported YouTube lessons - Filter by type: Dialog, Video, Talk, News, Story * AI SHADOWING AND PRONUNCIATION * Powered by on-device Whisper AI - works offline, results in seconds. - Shadow sentence by sentence: listen, record and get your score (0-100%) - Accuracy, fluency and completeness breakdown - Vocabulary pronunciation drill with instant AI grading - See which words and sounds need improvement * TALK NOW - LIVE VOICE PRACTICE * Match instantly with real Russian learners worldwide for anonymous voice calls. Build speaking confidence through real conversations, not scripted exercises. * AI CONVERSATION PARTNER * Chat with an AI tutor in Russian anytime. Choose your topic and difficulty, have a real two-way conversation, and get feedback on every response. * VOCABULARY SYSTEM (SPACED REPETITION) * Save Russian words directly from lessons. Our SRS algorithm schedules reviews at the perfect moment so words stay with you for life. 4 practice modes: - Flashcard self-assessment - Multiple-choice game (timer, 3 lives, streaks) - Typing challenge (typo-tolerant scoring) - Pronunciation drill with AI scoring * LEARNING TOOLS IN EVERY LESSON * - Full transcript: tap any word for instant definition - Shadowing: sentence-by-sentence pronunciation practice - Role Play: take a character's part in the dialog - Dictation: listen and type what you hear - Comprehension Quiz: multiple choice questions - True/False Quiz: rapid understanding check - Grammar and Knowledge: in-context explanations * GAMIFICATION * - Daily XP goals and streak tracker - Global leaderboard - Vocabulary Duel, Sentence Scramble and Shadowing Duel multiplayer games - Study history and progress tracking * COMMUNITY * - Post questions, get answers from native Russian speakers - React and comment on posts - Bookmark lessons and discussions * YOUTUBE IMPORT * Paste any Russian YouTube link -> instant lesson with transcript, shadowing, dictation, and vocabulary tools. PREMIUM PLAN: - Ad-free experience - Unlimited AI voice chat sessions - Unlimited word translation and lookup - Unlimited saves and YouTube imports Dark and Light mode. Offline AI speech model. Download LingFast and start speaking Russian confidently from Day 1. Terms of Use (EULA): https://lingfast-server.tnpixel.com/legal/lingfast/terms-of-service

About

Learn Speak Russian

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Learn Russian the straightforward way, one day at a time. Whether you're just starting out or looking to sharpen what you already know, this app gives you a clear daily routine so you always know what to study next. No guessing, no overwhelm, just steady progress. The app is built around a daily word learning plan. Each day you get a focused set of Russian words to study in short, manageable sessions. You work through them step by step, picking up related phrases and doing quick practice along the way. Finish your plan, keep your streak alive, and come back tomorrow. It's that simple. Want to learn to speak Russian more naturally? The Phrasebook module covers 30 categories of everyday phrases. You can listen to each phrase, hear it again for reinforcement, and practice with dictation exercises. It's a practical way to build the kind of Russian you'd actually use in a conversation. For vocabulary, the Words module gives you flashcards, image-to-word matching, quizzes, fill-in-the-blank exercises, and example sentences. You can also practice typing, do dictation, and test your listening. The variety keeps things from getting stale and helps the words actually stick. If you want to go deeper, the Practice section adds a few immersive ways to learn Russian words and phrases. Word Immersion walks you through vocabulary using images, pronunciation, translations, and examples in a calm, automatic sequence. Phrase Immersion lets you listen to Russian phrases, see their meanings, and hear each one again. There's also a While You Sleep mode that plays a continuous stream of words and phrases with ambient audio in the background. The app also includes full Russian audiobooks with chapters, so you can listen at your own pace and pick up where you left off. Spaced repetition review (SRS) is built into the Recall module, so the words you're still learning come back at the right time. The Stats section gives you a clear picture of your progress and study sessions over time. Content works online and has offline fallback support, so you're not stuck if your connection drops. What's included: Home Dashboard with your daily plan, streak, and weekly activity overview Daily Word Learning Plan with step-by-step sessions and phrase support Words module with flashcards, image matching, quizzes, cloze exercises, and example sentences Word exercises including typing, dictation, listening quizzes, and production practice Phrasebook with 30 categories, listening exercises, listening quizzes, and phrase dictation Word Immersion and Phrase Immersion for passive, focused vocabulary exposure While You Sleep mode with ambient audio Russian audiobooks with chapter navigation Recall module with spaced repetition review Progress tracking and study session stats Online content with offline fallback Free Plan With the free plan you get full access to the Home dashboard, the Daily Vocabulary Learning module, the standard Words modules and exercises, 5 phrases per category in the Phrasebook listening stream across all 30 categories, spaced repetition review, and the Stats section. It's a complete starting point for anyone who wants to learn Russian words and build a daily habit. Premium Plan Premium includes everything in the free plan plus advanced Words tools like Weak Spot, Speed Test, and Matching. You also get 100 phrases per category in the Phrasebook, plus Sentence Search, Sentence Review, and Listening Lab. If you want to learn to speak Russian faster and go further with your practice, Premium gives you the tools to do it. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.chaptio.com/language/privacy-policy.html

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Learn Russian4 screens
Learn Speak Russian4 screens

Verdict

The call

Learn Russian and Learn Speak Russian 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. Learn Russian sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Learn Speak Russian sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Learn Russian versus Learn Speak Russian: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn RussianLearn Speak Russian
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 โ€” better17.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size104 MB27 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDinh Thang TranAHMET DOGAN

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Learn Russian

Subscriptions5
  • LingFast Premium Weekly$3.997 Days
  • LingFast Premium Monthly$8.991 Month
  • LingFast Premium 3 Months$19.993 Months
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  • LingFast Premium 6 Months$32.996 Months
  • LingFast Premium Yearly$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • LingFast Premium Lifetime$249.99
3 purchases

Learn Speak Russian

Subscriptions2
  • Learn Russian Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Learn Russian Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Learn Russian LifetimeFree

Questions

Is Learn Russian free?
Learn Russian is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Learn Speak Russian free?
Learn Speak Russian is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Learn Russian or Learn Speak Russian have ads?
Neither Learn Russian nor Learn Speak Russian shows ads.

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