Drops
Drops: A focused vocabulary app with 57 languages, visual practice, and spaced repetition. Ranked #67 of 276 in Language Learning Apps by our editors (4.8/10); pricing: Free plan · paid from $5/mo (annual) · 7-day trial; best for visual vocabulary practice across many languages.
At a glance
- Editor score4.8 / 10
- PricingFree plan · paid from $5/mo (annual) · 7-day trial
- Best forVisual vocabulary practice across many languages
- Free planYes
- Paid from$5/mo
- Offline lessonsYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Game-based lessons make vocabulary practice focused and engaging
- 57 languages with visual mnemonics and spaced-repetition review
- Premium adds offline access, unlimited time, and all content
Where it doesn't
- Focused mainly on vocabulary rather than complete language courses
- Speech practice is not available
- Free access limits session time and topic availability
Our verdict on Drops
Drops is a language-learning platform for learners who want short, game-based vocabulary sessions across 57 languages. Its lessons combine visual mnemonic associations, pronunciation, listening, and spaced-repetition review through Review Dojo. Web access and iOS and Android apps support practice across devices, while selected languages also include grammar lessons. It suits learners building vocabulary or adding regular review to a broader study routine.
The freemium model provides free access with limits on session time and topic availability, plus a 7-day free trial for the Yearly Premium plan. Monthly Premium costs $11 per month and adds unlimited learning time, offline learning, ad-free use, and access to all content and languages. Yearly Premium costs $69.99 per year, displayed as $5 per month, with unlimited learning time and offline learning included. Lifetime Premium costs $150 as a one-time purchase and provides lifetime access.
Drops stands out through its visual, game-based approach and supporting tools, including Favorites, Quiz Mode, Word Collection, audio review, multiplayer matches, challenges, and AI-assisted custom content. Premium subscribers can use lessons offline, which fits travel or low-connectivity study. The product remains narrower than a full-course app: speech practice is not available, and its core emphasis is vocabulary rather than a complete progression across speaking, grammar, and placement assessment. Choose Drops for visual vocabulary practice and frequent short sessions; choose a broader course-focused app if spoken-language development is the priority.
Drops pricing
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Drops fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $5/mo |
| Offline lessons | Yes |
| Speech practice | No |
| Placement test | Not verified |
| Personalized review | Yes |
| Mobile apps | Yes |
| Languages offered | 57 |
| Free trial | 7 days |
| Money-back guarantee | 14 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan · paid from $5/mo (annual) · 7-day trial (source) |
| Website | languagedrops.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Drops
- DuolingoA strong free starting point with broad practice, personalization, and mobile access.9.0
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- BabbelA guided paid course with practice across listening, speaking, writing, and grammar.8.1
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