Comparison

Libera vs Kalimate

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

Head to head
About

Libera

This app helps you learn foreign languages by reading texts side-by-side in your native language and the language you're learning. It offers a customized dictionary, native audio, and grammar notes for a comprehensive learning experience.

Highlights
  • Parallel text display
  • Tap to highlight corresponding text
  • Customized in-context dictionary
  • Native audio recordings with adjustable speed
  • Multi-panel interface
  • Favorite word list for vocabulary review
Features
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Libera is a revolutionary language learning tool that enables users to easily read foreign language texts alongside the same texts in their own native language. Praised by users as "perfect" and "marvelous", this cutting-edge platform provides learners with a new way of accessing foreign language texts, making foreign language reading easier and more enjoyable than ever before. Foreign language reading is a proven and effective way of quickly improving your language skills, and Libera allows you to read a new language without constant, bothersome dictionary lookups. Libera presents the text of the language you're learning side by side with your own native language, giving you a ready reference for any unknown vocabulary or grammar. What's more, whenever a segment (word or phrase) is tapped in one of the texts, the corresponding segment in the parallel text is highlighted simultaneously, showing the link – for instance, a Spanish learner can tap the word “sombrero” to see that it is linked to the word “hat” in the English text. Each story available in Libera also features a customized dictionary, a full native audio recording in the language you're learning, and notes on key grammar forms, creating a fully-contained learning environment without the need for outside resources. KEY FEATURES * Tapping a word in one language immediately highlights corresponding word in second language * Customized dictionary shows language-to-language correspondences in context * Full native audio recordings – with adjustable speed – aid in improving pronunciation and listening skills * Multi-panel interface displays up to four different versions of a text side by side * Segment bar at the bottom of the screen provides a quick reference for translations and pronunciation * Word Info screen enables in-depth word study with examples * Favorite word list allows users to save and review new vocabulary * Full-form search lets users search through the text quickly and easily * Grammar Notes highlight important points in grammar and usage

About

Kalimate

Master Arabic vocabulary and verb conjugations with this comprehensive learning tool. Build your personal dictionary, practice with fun exercises, and track your progress. Learn anytime, anywhere, even offline.

Highlights
  • Personalized Arabic word dictionary
  • Verb conjugation and Masdar lookup
  • Themed vocabulary lists
  • Interactive learning exercises
  • Offline access
  • Progress tracking statistics
  • Word pronunciation
Features
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Kalimate is a tool to help you learn the Arabic language. The ball is in your court, it's up to you ... Vocabulary (2 possibilities): • Use of our lexicon with common words (+1 700) grouped by themes (Verbs, Fruit, Color, Season,…) which you can also add in your own ‘Dictionary‘ of words. • Use of your own ‘dictionary’ of words that you enter and which is stored and completely free for use at hand (even without internet connection). The fact of informing and revising one's own words facilitates and accelerates their memorization and thus makes it possible to perfect one's vocabulary in Arabic language. Conjugation: • Conjugate verbs in Arabic (+ 10,000) and learn or search for their Masdar (verbal name). • Conjugation available from the lexicon or your own word dictionary on the verbs you have entered to facilitate their revision. Exercises: • Varied and fun exercises that allow rapid progress without much effort. • Learn and play without pressure • Work on your own words. The exercises can use your own words that you have added to your dictionary to improve your learning. • (---New---) Revise your conjugation thanks to the new exercise: You can revise the verbs that you have added yourself to your lexicon, not to mention the more than 10,000 verbs already available. Available features: - No advertising. - Creation of its own Arabic Word Dictionary sorted by theme. - Use of the lexicon available (+1 700 words) to learn and revise in Arabic. - Conjugation in Arabic and provision of Masdar (+10,000). - Available offline (offline mode). - Storage of your words completely free. - Management of words by themes (Verb, Fruit, Color, Season, ...). - Statistics of use of the application for a better personal follow-up of its evolution in learning. - Notifications to receive reminders. - Pronunciation of words. - Dark Mode. -… Kalimate is completely secure and suitable for children of reading age. Regular use makes it easier to learn the Arabic language. Thank you for using Kalimate and learning with us.

Screenshots

Libera4 screens
Kalimate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Kalimate at 5.0 against Libera's 4.0. Kalimate also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 5) and review sentiment (95% vs 67%). On price, update cadence, ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Libera sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Kalimate asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Kalimate holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Kalimate has 20 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Libera's written reviews are positive against 95% of Kalimate's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Libera ships an update every 4 months, Kalimate every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Libera versus Kalimate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLiberaKalimate
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (4 ratings)5.0 (20 ratings) — better
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews95.5% of reviews — better
Number of ratings420 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 months — betterEvery 6 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better13.0
Further details — not scored
Size119 MB36 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCJKIRadwan EL MANTI

Customer experience

Libera

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews15 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative26.7%

Kalimate

All ratings20 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews22 reviews
Positive95.5%
Neutral0.0%
Negative4.5%

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Libera

One-time5
  • Ali Baba and the Forty ThievesFree
  • Japapedia 1$0.99
  • Japapedia 2$0.99
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  • Roman Holiday$3.99
  • Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves$5.99
None

Kalimate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Libera free?
Libera is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Kalimate free?
Kalimate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Libera or Kalimate?
Kalimate is rated higher. Libera averages 4.0 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Kalimate averages 5.0 from 20 ratings.
Do Libera or Kalimate have ads?
Neither Libera nor Kalimate shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Libera or Kalimate?
Libera ships an update every 4 months, and Kalimate every 6 months. Most recently, Libera was updated on September 10, 2026 and Kalimate on June 1, 2026.

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