# Lingvist vs StudyStep

The clearest difference is review sentiment: StudyStep at 100% against Lingvist's 59%. StudyStep also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs monthly). Lingvist's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lingvist sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and StudyStep sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lingvist ships an update monthly, StudyStep every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lingvist | StudyStep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lingvist-learn-languages-fast/id969093402/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **3.7K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 59.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 94 MB | 14 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lingvist Technologies OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/969093401) | [SCIP Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/6808534279) |

## 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 (8)**

| 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 | $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


### StudyStep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studystep/id6814378464)

This revision app aligns with the Victorian Curriculum F–10 for students in Years 7-10. It offers illustrated lessons and over 8,500 practice questions with detailed explanations. The app works offline and focuses revision on areas needing improvement.

**Highlights:** Curriculum-aligned lessons, 8,500+ practice questions, Detailed answer explanations, Offline functionality, Personalized revision scheduling, Snap & Test feature for custom tests

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parent Dashboard Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Parent Dashboard Annual | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lingvist free?

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

### Is StudyStep free?

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

### Do Lingvist or StudyStep have ads?

Neither Lingvist nor StudyStep shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Lingvist or StudyStep?

Lingvist ships an update monthly, and StudyStep every 2 days. Most recently, Lingvist was updated on November 6, 2026 and StudyStep on October 31, 2026.

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