Chamelingo vs LingoDeer
Both apps teach Korean with structured lessons, but Chamelingo adds competitive multiplayer, an AI voice tutor, and TOPIK exam prep that LingoDeer does not offer.
Chamelingo leads in 12 of 18 features compared to LingoDeer.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Chamelingo | LingoDeer |
|---|---|---|
| Structured curriculum | ||
| Import your own study material | ||
| Grammar explanations | ||
| Gamified exercises | ||
| 23+ exercise types | ||
| Multiplayer ranked battles | ||
| SC2-style league system | ||
| AI voice tutor | ||
| AI text tutor | ||
| FSRS spaced repetition | ||
| Anki / CSV flashcard import | ||
| TOPIK exam prep | ||
| 500+ interactive stories | ||
| Native speaker audio | ||
| Hard mode challenges | ||
| Word analytics & tracking | ||
| Free to start | ||
| Japanese & Chinese courses |
Why Learners Choose Chamelingo
Multiplayer battles (not solo only)
Real-time 10-player quiz battles with ranked seasons and league promotions. LingoDeer is entirely a solo experience.
AI voice tutor (not text only)
Speak Korean in real-time with an AI that uses speech recognition and adapts to your level. LingoDeer has no voice AI.
TOPIK exam prep (built in)
Speaking scenarios, contextual vocabulary, and format-specific practice for TOPIK. LingoDeer does not offer exam-specific preparation.
Modern SRS (FSRS, not SM-2)
FSRS outperforms Anki's SM-2 algorithm on retention benchmarks. Import existing Anki decks and CSV files. LingoDeer has basic review but no advanced SRS.
Pricing Comparison
Chamelingo Free
$0/mo
Free: 3 chapters, basic flashcards, leaderboard
Chamelingo Pro
$9.99/mo
$9.99/mo: All 16 chapters, Arena, voice tutor, exam prep, stories
LingoDeer
$14.99/mo: Full course access, all languages
$14.99/mo: Full course access, all languages
The Verdict
LingoDeer has excellent grammar explanations and also covers Japanese and Chinese, which is a real advantage if you are learning multiple Asian languages. For Korean specifically, Chamelingo matches that structured approach and adds competitive multiplayer, AI voice tutoring, and TOPIK exam prep that LingoDeer does not offer.
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