Lector
8.0#1 in language immersion appsFrom $5 a monthFree planiOSWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitLector vs Yabla
What both publish
| Fact | Lector | Yabla |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | The documentation lists AnkiConnect, Claude or OpenAI-compatible AI servers, optional Google Cloud Text-to-Speech, and Docker. | Yabla says it can tailor features for company needs and offers custom solutions through licensing and OEM integration. |
| Practice | Cloze practice uses frequency-ordered sentence pairs and spaced repetition. | The homepage lists interactive games, vocabulary flashcards with spaced repetition, structured lessons, and progress tracking. |
Lector plans
- FreeFree
- Self-hostedFree
- Cloud$5 a month
- Cloud Plus$12 a month
Yabla plans
- Yabla—
- Monthly$12.95 a month
- 6 Months$54.95, paid once
- Annual$99.95
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 Yabla if…
Yabla suits learners wanting video-based practice across six languages, including speech practice, personalized review, games, and offline lessons. Schools can use teacher assignment and performance-reporting features.