iStackz vs Glossika
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iStackz
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Flashcard organizer, classifying cards in 5 levels from unknown to known. The color of the cards represents a characteristic of the card, typically the duration since the last positive test: the card turns darker over time, indicating the need to refresh it from time to time. This is very useful when e.g. learning Japanese kanji where a large set of characters must be kept in memory. Other color modes provide more detailed means to highlight cards prominently that must be refreshed, or represent the numbers of successes or failures. The app provides tools for testing and learning. Testing is used to assess the proficiency state of the cards, by moving it to the right side (known) or left side (unknown) with the arrow buttons, or by directly dragging the card on the screen. Learning is used to iterate through a short, growing list of cards until the new words are mastered sufficiently for the moment. The next testing session will show if the words stick. Every card has up to four attributes, which can be aligned in specific sequences in the testing and learning tools, to individually train specific skills. In addition to the displayed text, the attributes can be presented in a read aloud form with the text-to-speech function of iOS, with fully customized voices in all supported languages. A growing archive of wordlists is available on the homepage (stackz.com), or new wordlists can be created with the free Stackz List Editor on Windows. Card decks can be downloaded to the Apple Watch, where the card texts can be displayed continuously in the watch face complications for ongoing repetition - tapping on the text in the watch face opens the Stackz watch app to display all attributes of the card.
Glossika
This app helps you overcome the fear of speaking a new language by providing short audio clips from native speakers and a smart training system. It uses spaced repetition to build speaking intuition and confidence, offering over 50 languages.
- Learn 50+ languages
- 100% real native speaker audio
- Spaced repetition system
- Bite-sized, one-sentence training
- Personalized learning recommendations
- Constantly updated content
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You understand a language on paper, but freeze up when it's time to actually speak. Here’s the fix: real native speakers, short clips, and a smart training system that builds actual speaking intuition. No AI voices, no memorizing dry grammar rules. Glossika uses Spaced Repetition to bring back the right sentences at the perfect moment, turning short-term practice into long-term speaking confidence. • 50+ Languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, and more. • 100% Real People: Learn natural speech, authentic speed, and real accents. • Bite-sized Training: Practice one sentence at a time, fits effortlessly into any busy schedule. *Top 5 Highlights * ① One sentence at a time, zero pressure Each video and audio clip focuses on a single sentence. Turn spare minutes into solid progress without feeling overwhelmed. ② Turn listening into fluent speaking Listen, shadow, and practice out loud. Our Spaced Repetition algorithm tracks your memory curve and brings sentences back right before you forget them. ③ 100% real people, authentic accents No robotic AI synthesis. Learn from real native speakers with diverse accents, natural rhythm, and everyday speed so you can handle real-world conversations. ④ Personalized to your level and interests Get smart recommendations tailored to your goals, current skill level, and topics you actually care about. ⑤ Fresh content updated constantly We partner with native creators globally to continually expand our library across 50+ languages, keeping your learning relevant and up to date. *Recommended if you:* ・Can read and write, but freeze up or stumble when trying to speak. ・Are tired of robotic AI voices and want to hear how real people actually sound. ・Want to catch up with natural-speed conversations without asking people to repeat themselves. ・Don't have time for fixed class schedules, but want a daily immersion tool. ・Want to stop translating in your head before every single sentence. ・Feel guilty scrolling social media and wish you were actually learning something useful instead. *Subscription plans* Download for free and start training! Upgrade to unlock unlimited access: ・Glossika Plus: Unlimited access to 1 language of your choice. ・Glossika Pro: Unlimited access to ALL 50+ languages. Both plans include full access to Explore & Training Mode with zero ads and no daily limits. *Contact & Support * Have questions, feedback, or need help? We’re here for you: support@glossika.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: iStackz at none against Glossika's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. iStackz sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month and Glossika sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
iStackz ships an update every 4 weeks, Glossika fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iStackz | Glossika |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.5 (35 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 7.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 35 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 17.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Christoph Luedi | Glossika Pte. Ltd. |
In-app purchases
iStackz
- Full functionality - monthly$1.991 Month
Glossika
- PLUS MONTHLY$19.991 Month
- Pro Monthly$39.991 Month
- PLUS ANNUAL14 Days trial$129.991 Year
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- Pro Annual14 Days trial$299.991 Year









