LingQ
8.8#3 in language learning appsFrom $215.76 a yearFree planAndroidiOSWebExtension
VisitLingQ vs WaniKani
What both publish
| Fact | LingQ | WaniKani |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2007 | 2011 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | West Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | Crunchbase lists Tofugu’s headquarters as Portland, Oregon, United States. |
| Languages offered | 52 | 1 |
| Learning method | The method uses reading, listening, and discovering new words in context through real-world content. | Its spaced repetition system adjusts review intervals for each item based on the learner’s last session. |
| Mobile apps | Yes | WaniKani states that it currently has no official iOS or Android app; mobile apps mentioned in its help pages are made by users. |
| Offline lessons | Yes | No |
| Paid from | 8.99 | 9 |
| Personalized review | Yes | Yes |
LingQ plans
- FreeFree
- Premium$215.76 a year
- Premium Plus$269.99 a year
WaniKani plans
- Monthly$9 a month
- Annual$89 a year
- FreeFree
- Monthly Subscription$9 a month
- Annual Subscription$89 a year
- Lifetime$299, paid once
Pick LingQ if…
LingQ may suit learners who want to study through reading and listening to content they already use. Its free tier is an option for those who can work within limits on saved vocabulary and imported lessons.
Pick WaniKani if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.