Clozemaster vs Lingoda

Clozemaster is a language-learning service built around fill-in-the-blank sentences in context. Learners answer by selecting a choice or typing the missing word, then review sentences again through spaced practice and word-frequency progress tracking. The service lists 75 languages, thousands of sentences in more than 50 languages, and over 170 language pairings. It runs on the web, Android, and iOS, with personalized review and offline lessons. Some sentences have ChatGPT explanations by default, while others can generate an explanation when requested. Sentence and translation data comes from Tatoeba’s user-curated, CC-BY dataset, which may contain errors. The Free plan costs nothing and allows 30 sentences per day.

Lingoda is an online language school offering live classes led by professional teachers. It provides English, Business English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish courses, with levels varying by language. Students choose private lessons or small groups of three to five learners. Lingoda describes its in-house curriculum as CEFR-recognized and combines classes with practice lessons; native-level teachers provide personalized feedback. Classes are available 24/7, and the service recommends booking seven days ahead for preferred times. Lessons use Zoom for the full 60-minute class. The mobile app supports booking and class management, practice exercises, vocabulary lists, flashcards, and progress tracking. Lingobot offers AI practice for Spanish A1–B1 and German A1. A seven-day trial includes three group classes or one private class, and subscriptions can be refunded within 14 days minus classes taken. Lingoda runs on web, iOS, and Android. Paid plans start with five private classes at €59.99 a month, billed every four weeks.