# Drops vs Flashcards Languages

The clearest difference is ads: Flashcards Languages at none against Drops's shown. Flashcards Languages also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (every 3 days vs weekly). Drops's advantage is ratings volume (72K vs 3) and chart position (#165 vs unranked). 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 Flashcards Languages sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Flashcards Languages holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Drops has 72K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Drops ships an update weekly, Flashcards Languages every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 2, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Drops | Flashcards Languages |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (72K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drops-language-learning-games/id939540371/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashcards-languages/id6447097890/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **72K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 74.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#165** | — |
| Size | 191 MB | 89 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [PLANB LABS OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/527215806) | [henri gil](https://appshunter.io/developer/498565852) |

## What reviewers say

### Drops

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

**Currently charting:** #165 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


### Flashcards Languages

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashcards-languages/id6447097890)

Master new languages with interactive flashcards, listening, pronunciation, and handwriting exercises. Practice speaking with a virtual coach and learn at your own pace. Expand your communication skills and cultural understanding through engaging lessons.

**Highlights:** Interactive flashcards for vocabulary, Listening comprehension exercises, Pronunciation practice, Handwriting exercises, Matching games, Virtual coach for conversation practice

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Month Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Premium | $8.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Premium | $12.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Drops free?

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

### Is Flashcards Languages free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Drops or Flashcards Languages?

Flashcards Languages is rated higher. Drops averages 4.7 out of 5 from 72K ratings, while Flashcards Languages averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Drops or Flashcards Languages have ads?

Drops shows ads; Flashcards Languages does not.

### Which is updated more often, Drops or Flashcards Languages?

Drops ships an update weekly, and Flashcards Languages every 3 days. Most recently, Drops was updated on September 26, 2026 and Flashcards Languages on September 2, 2026.

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