# Lingvist vs Learn Indonesian (Beginners)

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Learn Indonesian (Beginners) at 100% against Lingvist's 59%. Learn Indonesian (Beginners) also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Lingvist's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (3.7K vs 23). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lingvist sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Learn Indonesian (Beginners) sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Learn Indonesian (Beginners) holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lingvist has 3.7K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of Lingvist's written reviews are positive against 100% of Learn Indonesian (Beginners)'s.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly monthly. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lingvist | Learn Indonesian (Beginners) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingvist-learn-languages-fast/id969093402/reviews) | **[4.8 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-indonesian-beginners/id6443662434/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.7K** | 23 |
| Positive reviews | 59.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 92 MB | 178 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lingvist Technologies OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/969093401) | [BNR LANGUAGES INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1622487401) |

## What reviewers say

### Lingvist

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingvist-learn-languages-fast/id969093402)

This app uses AI and scientific methods to teach vocabulary efficiently for faster language acquisition. It offers personalized learning plans, speech recognition, and spaced repetition to help users remember words long-term. Learn 16 languages with a focus on practical, high-frequency vocabulary.

**Highlights:** AI-powered vocabulary learning, Spaced repetition for long-term memory, Speech recognition for pronunciation, Learn grammar in context, Personalized learning plans, Customizable vocabulary lists

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Learn languages: 1-month plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Learn languages: 1-month plan | $19.99 | per month |
| Learn languages: 1-month plan | $49.99 | per month |
| Learn languages: 1-month plan | $49.99 | per month |
| Learn languages: 1-month plan | $49.99 | per month |
| Learn languages: 12-month plan | $55.99 | per year |
| Learn languages: 12-month plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Learn languages: 12-month plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Learn languages: 12-month plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Learn languages: 12-month plan | $199.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient vocabulary learning
- 👍 Useful sentence-based learning
- 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary coverage
- 📊 Helpful progress tracking
- 🔊 Good pronunciation examples

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Limited free version
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🤔 Inconsistent word acceptance
- 🤖 Robotic voice quality

**Reported bugs**

- Progress reset issues
- Keyboard blocking UI elements
- Inconsistent audio playback
- Placement test bugs

**Requested features**

- Add more language options
- Improve grammar explanations
- Allow custom word lists
- Provide more context-based learning
- Add speech recognition practice


### Learn Indonesian (Beginners)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learn-indonesian-beginners/id6443662434)

Learn Indonesian at your own pace with a comprehensive course designed for beginners. Practice reading, writing, and listening with native audio and interactive exercises. Study offline anytime, anywhere, with no time limits.

**Highlights:** Offline Indonesian course, Learn alphabet and build vocabulary, Practice reading, writing, and listening, Native audio recordings, Interactive exercises with images, Review mode for reinforcement, Weekly user ranking

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlock all categories | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlock all categories | $5.99 | per month |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlock all categories | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlock all categories | $44.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock categories - lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |
| Unlock categories - lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lingvist free?

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

### Is Learn Indonesian (Beginners) free?

Learn Indonesian (Beginners) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Lingvist or Learn Indonesian (Beginners)?

Learn Indonesian (Beginners) is rated higher. Lingvist averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.7K ratings, while Learn Indonesian (Beginners) averages 4.8 from 23 ratings.

### Do Lingvist or Learn Indonesian (Beginners) have ads?

Learn Indonesian (Beginners) shows ads; Lingvist does not.

### Which is updated more often, Lingvist or Learn Indonesian (Beginners)?

Lingvist ships an update monthly, and Learn Indonesian (Beginners) monthly. Most recently, Lingvist was updated on September 26, 2026 and Learn Indonesian (Beginners) on September 26, 2026.

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