Lingvist is a paid French app for beginner and intermediate learners (A1–B2). Efficient frequency-ordered vocabulary for adults; repetitive by design.
Checked October 2026 on the official site ·
About Lingvist
Lingvist is a flashcard course that teaches the most common French words first, each in an example sentence with grammar information, and places you at your level when you start. Plans are monthly or annual after a free trial; prices are shown at checkout. It suits an adult who wants efficient vocabulary work without cartoons or games. It is repetitive by design, and it will not teach you to follow fast speech or hold a conversation.
How it compares
| App | Price | Levels | Real-speed French | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lingvist | See site; free trial | A1–B2 | No | Efficient frequency-ordered vocabulary for adults; repetitive by design. |
| Clozemaster | Free; Pro: see site | A2–C1 | No | Thousands of fill-the-gap sentences, free, good for volume from A2. |
| Memrise | Free plan; paid plan: see site | A1–B1 | Yes | Native-speaker clips for beginners; a supplement, not a course. |
| Anki | Free (AnkiMobile for iOS $24.99 once) | A1–C2 | No | The best free memory tool at any level; bring your own French. |
| French with AmélieRuns this site | Free weekly lesson; Premium $24/mo or $240/yr | B1–C1 | Yes, with a slow version and a transcript | Real-speed dialogues by email and a private podcast. Not an app. Visit |
