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mLearn

Free#33 of 276 in Language Learning Apps

mLearn: A free immersion toolkit that turns videos, books, and web pages into study material. Ranked #33 of 276 in Language Learning Apps by our editors (5.5/10); pricing: Free plan; best for open-ended media immersion with local AI.

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At a glance

Editor score
5.5 / 10
Pricing
Free plan
Best for
Open-ended media immersion with local AI
Free plan
Yes
Paid from
Free
Offline lessons
Yes
Facts checked
23 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Interactive subtitles and OCR turn real-world media into lookups and flashcards.
- Local AI, OCR, and dictionary tools can work offline.
- AI tutor supports text chat and voice mode, with Anki sync available.
Where it doesn't
- Mobile access is currently a PWA rather than a native app.
- Support is provided through email.
- Language support centers on six named languages, plus custom-language options.

Our verdict on mLearn

mLearn is a free language immersion app for learners who want to study from authentic media instead of following only fixed lessons. It combines interactive subtitles for videos, an OCR reader for manga, comics, and PDFs, web-page support, an AI tutor, and spaced-repetition flashcards. The published language list includes Japanese, German, Spanish, Russian, Mandarin Chinese, and Church Slavonic, with custom-language options. Desktop software runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux, while mobile access is provided through a progressive web app for iOS and Android. A browser extension adds subtitle tools on streaming sites.

The free pricing model keeps the product straightforward: there is no paid tier structure to compare. Its ecosystem fit is practical for independent learners. Flashcards can sync with Anki, and local AI can connect with Ollama. Passive tracking records encountered words across videos and books, while weighted-sampling assessments help measure vocabulary. Local AI, OCR, and dictionary functions are designed to work offline, giving desktop users a way to continue studying without an active connection. These tools suit learners who already have media they want to mine for vocabulary and comprehension practice.

mLearn’s strongest distinction is the breadth of its media workflow: lookup, OCR, flashcard creation, assessment, and tutoring sit in one application rather than requiring separate tools. The trade-off is that it is more open-ended than a conventional course, so learners seeking a tightly sequenced curriculum may prefer a lesson-led app. Mobile users should also expect a PWA experience for now, with native apps described as forthcoming. Support is available by email, and the product is source-available under the Sustainable Use License rather than open source. Choose mLearn for flexible immersion with local tools; look elsewhere if native mobile apps or a structured syllabus are priorities.

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mLearn pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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mLearn fact sheet

Free plan	Yes
Paid from	Free
Offline lessons	Yes
Speech practice	Yes
Placement test	Yes
Personalized review	Yes
Mobile apps	Yes
Languages offered	6
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension
Platforms	Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, Chrome extension
Support	Email
Built for	Solo, Small business (editorial estimate)
Integrations	2 integrations: Anki, Ollama
Pricing	Free plan
Website	mlearn.kikan.net
Facts checked	23 Sep 2026

mLearn integrations

mLearn lists 2 integrations on its own site.

Anki
Ollama

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