LingvoTV review
A focused subtitle-translation companion for learners collecting vocabulary from movies.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
LingvoTV pairs a Chrome extension with a companion web app for learners who want to study vocabulary while watching movies on supported services. Subtitles appear in the web app, where a learner can click individual words for translation. Its scope is deliberately focused: it supports vocabulary discovery in the context of a movie rather than a broader lesson or speaking routine. That makes it a fit for learners who already watch content with audio and subtitles in their target language, but less suitable for someone seeking structured courses or speech practice in one app.
The free plan provides subtitle display and translation, with a limit of 50 translations per day. The paid tier adds translated-word history that users can view and edit, plus export of that history for use with tools such as Quizlet. Paid subscribers also receive email support and can vote on new features. This creates a clear upgrade path for learners who want to revisit words and move them into a separate study workflow; occasional lookups may be adequately covered by the free plan. The displayed paid price is not usable for a cost comparison, so buyers should check current pricing before deciding.
Its ecosystem fit is strongest for people comfortable watching movies through supported services while using a web app and Chrome extension. Quizlet export gives collected vocabulary a route into another learning tool, but LingvoTV remains a companion rather than an all-in-one language-learning environment. Choose it if contextual subtitle lookup and editable vocabulary history are the main needs. Consider an alternative if you need mobile apps, speech practice, or a wider set of learning activities.
LingvoTV pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Click subtitle words for individual translations in the companion web app
- Free plan includes subtitle display and 50 translations per day
- Paid tier adds editable word history and export to tools such as Quizlet
- Where it doesn't
- Focused on subtitle-based vocabulary rather than structured lessons
- No mobile apps or speech practice
- Paid plan price is not stated as a usable amount
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