Polyglot Trainer vs CodeCity
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Polyglot Trainer
This app helps you memorize foreign language pronunciation using a flashcard-like audio method. Phrases are played randomly, and you recall their translations, with correct answers revealed after a pause. It supports multiple languages and offers customizable training modes for effective learning.
- Audio flashcard learning method
- Random phrase playback
- Offline training capability
- Flexible content selection
- Customizable playback modes
- Multilingual interface
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Polyglot Trainer: Listen & Learn is a language training app designed to help you memorize the pronunciation of various words and phrases while learning a foreign language. Phrases are played in random order, and you're encouraged to recall their translation on your own. After a short pause, the correct translation is spoken automatically. The method is based on the classic flashcard technique — one side shows a phrase in your native language, the other side shows its translation in the target language. Supported languages: English, Russian, German, French, Spanish, Hebrew, Arabic, Chinese, Hindi Key Features: 1. Completely free 2. Multilingual interface – choose from English, Russian, German, French, Spanish, Hebrew, Arabic, Chinese, or Hindi. 3. Offline training – internet connection is required only for downloading new courses. You can use the app offline for training sessions. 4. Flexible content selection – choose or deselect specific sections or phrases to focus on what matters to you. 5. Customizable settings – tap the menu icon (top right corner) to: - Change the interface language - Set the pause duration between phrases (1–20 seconds) - Select one of three playback modes: phrase spoken first in the target language, then (after a pause) in your native language; phrase spoken first in the native language, then (after a pause) in the target language phrase spoken only in the target language, with pauses between phrases Tips for Beginners: Start with no more than 10 familiar phrases. As soon as you can confidently recall their meanings, add new ones. We recommend alternating between "target language → native language" and "native language → target language" modes. In the second mode, it's helpful to say the foreign phrases out loud to reinforce pronunciation.
CodeCity
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CodeCity turns coding practice into a living city that grows as you learn. Practice Python, JavaScript, terminal commands, Bash, AI concepts, interview prep, and more through bite-sized challenges, guided mastery paths, and real-time feedback. Solve practical coding challenges, follow structured skill paths from beginner to advanced, and get help from ARIA, an AI coding mentor. Track XP, streaks, certifications, and progress as you build real developer skills. CodeCity is built for self-directed learners, students, bootcamps, and schools that want coding practice to feel active, visual, and motivating. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Polyglot Trainer at every 3 weeks against CodeCity's every 4 months. On price, ads, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Polyglot Trainer ships an update every 3 weeks, CodeCity every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 29, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Polyglot Trainer | CodeCity |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 89.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 8 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Sergey Lupov | michael clarke |
In-app purchases
Polyglot Trainer
No in-app purchases
CodeCity
No in-app purchases









