# Drops vs BeLingual

The clearest difference is ads: BeLingual at none against Drops's shown. BeLingual also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). Drops's advantage is rating (4.7 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (72K vs 36). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Drops sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and BeLingual sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Drops holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drops has 72K ratings behind it against 36, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Drops's written reviews are positive against 60% of BeLingual's.

Drops ships an update weekly, BeLingual every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drops | BeLingual |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (72K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drops-language-learning-games/id939540371/reviews)** | [4.3 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/belingual-language-learning/id1499647506/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **72K** | 36 |
| Positive reviews | **74.6% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#159** | — |
| Size | 191 MB | 190 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PLANB LABS OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/527215806) | [Air Apps Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1316153435) |

## What reviewers say

### Drops

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drops-language-learning-games/id939540371)

**Currently charting:** #159 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Learn new languages through engaging games and visual aids. Practice vocabulary and common phrases in over 55 languages, from beginner to expert levels. Track progress, unlock achievements, and enjoy professionally curated lessons with native speaker pronunciations.

**Highlights:** Gamified vocabulary learning, Visual learning aids, 55+ language options, Progress tracking and rewards, Native speaker pronunciations, Customizable learning goals

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Genius for a month | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium | $14.99 | per month |
| Curious for a month | $22.99 | per month |
| Holiday premium! | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium | $62.99 | per year |
| Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| All Language Learning Plans | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Unlimited time for all Languages! | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Vocabulary learning
- 👍 Unique and engaging learning activities
- 👍 Wide range of languages
- 👍 Customizable learning experience
- 👍 Effective for building vocabulary

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inaccurate translations or pronunciations
- 🔒 Subscription model issues
- 👎 Limited to vocabulary, lacks grammar/sentence structure
- 👎 Repetitive and not enough variety in exercises

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and lost progress
- Crashes and performance problems

**Requested features**

- Add more grammar and sentence-level learning
- Improve accuracy of translations and pronunciations
- Provide more flexibility in time limits and review sessions
- Integrate more conversational practice
- Improve user interface and navigation


### BeLingual

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/belingual-language-learning/id1499647506)

Master new languages with playful flashcards and interactive games. Practice speaking, listening, and writing to build vocabulary and improve pronunciation. Track your progress and stay motivated on your learning journey.

**Highlights:** Playful flashcards with smart learning techniques, Speaking, listening, and writing mini-games, Speech recognition for pronunciation practice, Customizable vocabulary lists, Progress tracking, Support for 27 languages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, iMessage stickers, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One Welcome - 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps One - 1 Week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Air Apps One - 1 Month | $9.99 | per month |
| Air Apps One - 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Air Apps One - 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| Air Apps Pro - 1 Month | $199.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drops free?

Drops is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BeLingual free?

BeLingual is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Drops or BeLingual?

Drops is rated higher. Drops averages 4.7 out of 5 from 72K ratings, while BeLingual averages 4.3 from 36 ratings.

### Do Drops or BeLingual have ads?

Drops shows ads; BeLingual does not.

### Which is updated more often, Drops or BeLingual?

Drops ships an update weekly, and BeLingual every 4 weeks. Most recently, Drops was updated on September 26, 2026 and BeLingual on August 12, 2026.

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