EF Hello vs JapanesePod101
EF Hello
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JapanesePod101
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| Figure | EF Hello | JapanesePod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $6.67/mo | $4/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | — | Yes |
| iOS | Yes | Yes |
| Android | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 4 | 4 |
| Spec score · Language learning apps | 8.4 (#67) | 9.1 (#9) |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Languages offered | 3 | 34 |
| Mobile apps | Yes | Yes |
| Offline lessons | No | Yes |
| Personalized review | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy | EF Language Learning Solutions AG identifies itself as the personal-data controller and says its policy covers data processed through its websites and mobile apps. | Innovative Language Learning says its privacy policy covers how it collects, uses, stores, discloses and processes personal information and describes access, correction and update choices. |
| Speech practice | Yes | Yes |
| Support | Users can contact customer service from the app or email [email protected]. | JapanesePod101 says its dedicated customer service team responds to email inquiries within 1 business day. |
Plans
EF Hello
- Hello Pro — 1 month access$9.99 a month
- Hello Pro — 3 months access$38.99 a month
- Hello Pro — 6 months access$48.99 a month
- Hello Pro — 1 Year Access$79.99 a year
JapanesePod101
- FreeFree
- Basic$4 a month
- Premium$106 a month
- Premium PLUS$2,313.73 a month
In their own words
JapanesePod101
JapanesePod101 teaches Japanese through short audio and video lessons designed to help learners speak from their first lesson. Sessions run 3 to 15 minutes and cover levels from Absolute Beginner through Advanced, with new lessons each week. The materials include pronunciation, listening comprehension, grammar explanations, reading notes, and cultural information approved through a certified Japanese teacher. Study tools include spaced-repetition flashcards, vocabulary and phrase lists, voice recording, translations, read-along notes, and daily lessons. The service has Android and iOS apps as well as a website; learners can download lessons for offline study and sync progress between the app and website. iCloud syncing is available on iOS but not Android. Premium PLUS adds access to a personal Japanese teacher, a personalized program, feedback, corrections, and private messaging. The free plan includes selected lessons and a seven-day Premium trial. Paid plans start at $4/mo (annual); plan prices are also listed in USD based on a 24-month subscription cost.