Head-to-head · English Learning Apps
Mango Languages vs VOA Learning English
Mango Languages leads on 0 checks, VOA Learning English on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMango Languages · 8.6/10
- Free planonly VOA Learning English
- Most featuresMango Languages · 2 of 3
Mango Languages scores higher on our rubric for english learning apps: 8.6 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.
VOA Learning English offers free plan; Mango Languages doesn't.
Mango Languages is the better fit for learners wanting broad course and institutional coverage. VOA Learning English is the better fit for learners seeking free news, audio, and structured lessons.
- Mango Languages fits best
Learners wanting broad course and institutional coverage
- VOA Learning English fits best
Learners seeking free news, audio, and structured lessons
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Side by side
| Feature | Mango Languages 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | VOA Learning English 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #7 in English Learning Apps | #8 in English Learning Apps |
| Best for | Learners wanting broad course and institutional coverage | Learners seeking free news, audio, and structured lessons |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free |
| Starting price | $10/user/mo | Free plan |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile, Browser extension | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, Chrome extension | Web |
| Support | Email, Phone, Tickets, Docs | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business |
| Features Mango Languages 2/3 · VOA Learning English 0/3 | ||
| Speech recognition | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Offline lessons | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Placement test | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Lesson focus | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Platforms | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Course levels | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | Mango Languages brings conversation-based courses and study tools together for individuals, families, and organizations including libraries, schools, businesses, and government teams. Its courses cover more than 70 world languages and… Read the review → |
VOA Learning English is a free multimedia service from Voice of America for people learning English, including beginning and intermediate learners. It combines news and feature stories with audio programs, podcasts, captioned videos, and… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Mango Languages — where it wins
- Courses cover more than 70 languages, with English courses for language learners.
- Pronunciation practice, placement checks, and adaptive review support study.
- Offline mobile lessons and education integrations extend how learners can access courses.
Where it doesn't
- No free subscription plan; personal plans are paid after a free trial.
- Individual and Family prices may vary by country.
- 24/7 support is not offered.
VOA Learning English — where it wins
- Free courses, lessons, worksheets, assessments, and lesson plans
- Captioned videos and slower-paced English broadcasts
- News, audio programs, MP3s, and podcasts for learners
Where it doesn't
- The official VOA Learning English service is web-based
- Its content focuses on American English
- Its strengths center on learning content, not personalized review
- Mango Languages8.6/10 · Paid
A broad language-learning toolkit with offline lessons and options for institutions.
Try Mango LanguagesFull verdict → - VOA Learning English8.5/10 · Free plan
A free, web-based mix of structured lessons and learner-focused news and audio.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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