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Tandem: Practice Languages

Speaking Practice · Free + IAP
A Tier
Excellent · #11 of 40
88
4.6★38.4K ratings
Free + IAPprice
3dsince update

What is Tandem?

Tandem is a language exchange community where learners connect with native speakers of the language they want to learn. Users can chat one-to-one, use voice notes, audio and video calls, or join group audio Parties. The app covers 300+ languages, including 12 sign languages.

Pricing. Tandem: Practice Languages is free to download, with in-app purchases on the App Store.

Good for

  • Practicing a language by chatting with native speakers
  • Group speaking practice through audio Parties
  • Learning sign languages, including American Sign Language

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Why this app is in A tier

Tandem scores 88 out of 100: rating 91, rating count 88, App Store search rank 72, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and A tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.

Description

**Tandem language exchange is the process of joining forces with someone who is a native speaker of the language you want to learn** Languages are a 'learn by doing' kind of thing. This particular method is at the heart of Tandem, the global language exchange community. Connect with native speakers, start chatting and finally reach fluency in the language you’re learning! Learn, connect, and share with 1-to-1 chats or try out Parties, the ultimate group learning audio space. There are millions of Tandem members with just as many interests, so find your people - and start speaking their language today! Reach fluency in 300+ languages, including Spanish, English, Japanese, Korean, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and 12 different sign languages, including American Sign Language. Why Tandem helps you to practice and learn languages: BOOST YOUR VOCABULARY For the times when you’re struggling to find the correct words, our in-app translation feature helps you compose a message or translate an incoming one. PERFECT YOUR PRONUNCIATION Fit in with the locals and improve your speaking skills using voice notes, audio and video calls. GRASP THE

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MeasureTandemPimsleurPromova
TierAAA
Score88 / 10088 / 10085 / 100
Rating4.6 ★4.7 ★4.6 ★
Ratings38.4K30.4K62.9K
Latest ratings · 180d2.3 ★ · 20 reviews4.8 ★ · 20 reviews2.9 ★ · 20 reviews
Last update3d ago7d ago28d ago
PriceFree + IAPFree downloadFree + IAP

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Questions about Tandem

Is the app free to use?

The listing says the app is free and that many features are free. Tandem Pro is an optional subscription that gives access to all features and renews automatically unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends.

Which languages can I learn?

You can learn 300+ languages, including Spanish, English, Japanese, Korean, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and 12 sign languages, including American Sign Language.

Does the app need access to my microphone, camera or location?

These permissions are optional. Microphone is needed for audio messages, audio and video calls, and Parties. Camera is needed for photos. Location is needed for the Nearby and Travel features and for an approximate profile location.

Is Tandem free?

Tandem is free to download, with in-app purchases.

What is Tandem good for?

Tandem is built for practicing a language by chatting with native speakers, group speaking practice through audio parties, learning sign languages, including american sign language. It sits in the speaking practice list on AppTierList.

Is Tandem worth it?

Tandem is A tier, ranked #11 of 40 speaking practice apps with a score of 88 out of 100, from a 4.6 App Store rating across 38,444 ratings. It is in the list's top tiers; 10 apps rank above it.

How does Tandem compare to Pimsleur?

Tandem is A tier at 88; Pimsleur is A tier at 88. They score the same. Tandem is free to download, with in-app purchases, Pimsleur is free to download.

How often is Tandem updated?

Tandem was updated 3 days ago, which counts in its favour.

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All the facts

List
Speaking Practice
Tier
A (Excellent)
Score
88 / 100
Rank in list
#11 of 40
Ranking certainty
settled
Price
Free + IAP
App Store rating
4.6 out of 5
Number of ratings
38,444
Recent reviews
2.3 from 20 in the last 180 days
Current version
(3 days ago)
App Store data read
App Store category
Education
Good for
Practicing a language by chatting with native speakers, Group speaking practice through audio Parties, Learning sign languages, including American Sign Language
Requires
iOS 16.0 or later
Size
301 MB
Age rating
17+
Languages
14
Developer pages
Website · Support · Privacy policy
Maker
unclaimed
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