Lingvist: Learn Languages Fast
★ 4.6What it actually doesA language learning app using spaced repetition and AI-based contextual vocabulary study. Primarily paid; experiences access issues in Russia and frequent audio playback failures.
Actually does
- ✓Language learning95% of reviews
- ✓Flashcards85% of reviews
- ✓Speech-to-text30% of reviews
- ✓Grammar check20% of reviews
- ✓Progress Tracking25% of reviews
- ✓AI assistant15% of reviews
- ✓Subscription90% of reviews
- ✓Russian localization40% of reviews
Claimed, but not confirmed by reviews
- ⚠Text-to-speech
Common complaints
- ✗App does not work in Russia, no access after subscription20% of mentions
«The app stopped working a couple months after I subscribed»
- ✗Audio narration stopped working or is missing on many cards15% of mentions
«Audio narration disappeared almost everywhere. Please fix it, for now 2 ⭐️»
- ✗Technical support does not respond to requests, contact email is not working10% of mentions
«Subscription is paid but there is no access to lessons. Tech support doesn't respond»
- ✗Payment issues with subscriptions (cards not accepted, payment fails)15% of mentions
«I've tried every card, one is supposedly invalid according to the app, the other one just doesn't work»
- ✗Insufficient number of languages and missing popular languages (Spanish with Russian, Turkish, Chinese)15% of mentions
«I submit a request for this every couple of months, but so far nothing»
What people praise
- ★Effective spaced repetition methodology for words
«The program uses spaced repetition methodology, which helps me remember words for a long time»
- ★Minimalist, clean interface without distracting graphics
«I love the design for its minimalism and convenience, pleasant interface and conciseness, no clutter»
- ★Learning words in context with examples and common phrases
«The app includes many examples of words used in context, which makes the learning process more engaging»
- ★Flexible settings for learning pace and task types
«It's very easy to customize how many words you want to learn per day, which words you already know»
- ★Responsive support that helps resolve payment issues
«Support responded promptly and helped resolve the issue»