Lector
8.0#1 in language immersion appsFrom $5 a monthFree planiOSWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitLector vs Readlang
What both publish
| Fact | Lector | Readlang |
|---|---|---|
| Maker | Lector is operated and built by Luke Boyle. | Readlang was created by Steve Ridout, who says he built it to learn Spanish by reading novels and other native content. |
Lector plans
- FreeFree
- Self-hostedFree
- Cloud$5 a month
- Cloud Plus$12 a month
Readlang plans
- FreeFree
- Premium$6 a month
- Premium Plus$15 a month
- Premium$48 a year
- Premium Plus$120 a year
Pick Lector if…
Lector suits language learners who want to study from books, web text, transcripts, or podcasts and practice vocabulary over time. Self-hosting may suit readers who want data stored on their own hardware and can bring their own AI keys or use a local model.
Pick Readlang if…
Readlang suits language learners who want to practice by reading articles, books, webpages, or video transcripts. It may also suit learners who want to turn translations into flashcards or export them to Anki.