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Comparing 3 Apps

LingoDeer logo

LingoDeer

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MosaLingua logo

MosaLingua

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Basic Info

Cost
One Time Purchase
Free, Subscription
Subscription
TL;DR
italki connects you with thousands of language tutors for personalized online lessons. You can choose tutors based on price, schedule, and teaching style, making it a flexible way to get real speaking practice.
LingoDeer offers in-depth, grammar-focused courses, particularly strong for East Asian languages like Japanese, Korean, and Chinese.
A powerful flashcard app using spaced repetition to help you memorize useful vocabulary quickly. Best used with other resources for grammar.

Description

Description

italki is a leading platform for connecting language learners with human tutors for personalized 1-on-1 lessons. It functions as a marketplace, offering a vast selection of professional teachers with structured lesson plans and community tutors for informal conversation practice. With its pay-per-lesson model, users have the flexibility to book sessions that fit their schedule and budget. italki is one of the most effective ways to get dedicated speaking practice and tailored feedback, bridging the gap between passive learning and active, confident communication.

LingoDeer is often seen as a more structured alternative to apps like Duolingo. It provides a well-organized curriculum with detailed grammar explanations at the beginning of each lesson, which is especially helpful for understanding complex languages. The app is highly regarded for its courses in Japanese, Korean, and Chinese. While its lesson format can feel repetitive, it builds a solid foundation in grammar and vocabulary for beginner to intermediate learners.

MosaLingua is built around a highly effective Spaced Repetition System (SRS) designed to help you learn and retain a large amount of vocabulary efficiently. The app prioritizes the most useful words and phrases to accelerate practical knowledge. While its core is flashcards, the platform also includes dialogues, articles, and other resources to add context. It is a powerful tool for learners dedicated to building a strong vocabulary foundation, though they will need to look elsewhere for structured grammar lessons or extensive conversation practice.

Features

Key Features
Tutor Platform, Communicative Approach, Speaking Practice, Language Exchange, Community, Comprehensive
Structured Course, Grammar First, Comprehensive, Bite Sized Lessons, Grammar Practice
Flashcards, Spaced Repetition, Vocabulary Builder, Bite Sized Lessons, Audio Based, Offline Access

Limitations

Known Issues
Poor Offline Mode
Limited Speaking Practice, Repetitive Content
Weak Grammar Explanation, Passive Learning Focus

Core Methodology & Pedagogy

Grammar First
Communicative Approach

Content & Material Type

Structured Course
Flashcards
Spaced Repetition
Audio Based

Primary Skill Focus

Vocabulary Builder
Grammar Practice
Speaking Practice

Interaction & Technology

Community
Tutor Platform
Language Exchange
Offline Access

Learning Context & Style

Bite Sized Lessons
Comprehensive
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