italki vs Lingoda

italki connects language learners with teachers for private video-call tutoring. Its app lists more than 150 languages with native teachers, and students can choose teachers by interest, specialization or accent. Lesson lengths are 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes, with teachers able to tailor material to levels A1 through C2. Topics include conversation, business, grammar, creative writing and exam preparation; some teachers use books, videos or cards. Students pay per class and can buy credits or class packages. Listed teacher-set prices are less than $10 per class for qualified teachers and less than $5 for tutors, with three trial classes listed for less than $5 each. Lessons can use italki Classroom, Skype, Zoom or another platform. A free community supports questions, language practice and exchanges with other students. italki is available on Android, iOS and the web. Google Play lists more than 5 million downloads and says data is encrypted in transit, not shared with third parties, and deletable on request; developer-provided privacy details may vary by use, region and age.

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.