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Clozemaster ranks #7 of 10 in Language learning apps, with an Alt Score of 64. It is proprietary, freemium from $8.99/month and available on Web, iOS and Android. 8 of 10 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
Language learners who already know some basic vocabulary/grammar (post-beginner to intermediate) and want to build real fluency beyond what a starter course covers, in any of 50+ languages.
Vocabulary and grammar practice through cloze (fill-in-the-blank) sentences drawn from real usage rather than isolated word lists. Content is ordered by word frequency so you learn the most common vocabulary first, and a built-in spaced repetition system resurfaces sentences right before you're likely to forget them. AI-generated grammar breakdowns, example sentences, and hints are available on demand. Core features are free, with a paid Pro tier for additional functionality; apps are available for iOS, Android, and web.
You're shown a sentence in your target language with one word blanked out, and either type the missing word or pick it from multiple choice. The app scores your answer, schedules that sentence for spaced-repetition review, and gradually introduces less-frequent vocabulary as you master the basics.
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Feature comparison
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Every fact and feature listed for Clozemaster is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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Pricing model Freemium verified 2026-07-11
Nada. It's free to sign up and play, and always will be.
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Platforms Web, iOS, Android verified 2026-07-11
Clozemaster text-to-speech audio works best on Chrome and Safari for desktop, as well as on the mobile apps when connected to the internet.
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License Proprietary verified 2026-07-11
The materials contained in the Service are protected by applicable copyright and trade mark law.
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Starts at $8.99/month verified 2026-07-11
Clozemaster Pro Monthly $8.99
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/clozemaster-vocabulary-builder/id1149199075 -
Status active verified 2026-07-11
Best Apps to Learn Spanish 2026: An Honest Guide to Actually Choosing
https://www.clozemaster.com/blog/best-apps-to-learn-spanish-2026/ -
Languages count Yes verified 2026-07-11
Unlimited access to thousands of sentences for over 50 languages
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Speaking practice Partial verified 2026-07-11
access to speech recognition required to play speaking mode
https://forum.clozemaster.com/t/cant-use-speaking-mode-on-my-android-device/32830 -
Grammar explanations Partial verified 2026-07-11
Some sentences have an explanation from ChatGPT by default. Explanations for the rest are generated in real-time when you click Explain.
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Offline lessons Partial verified 2026-07-11
Offline download capability for mobile app
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Free tier limits Yes verified 2026-07-11
Nada. It's free to sign up and play, and always will be.
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Placement tests Partial verified 2026-07-11
The content is organized into ten distinct levels, allowing learners to select the most suitable entry point.
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Spaced repetition Yes verified 2026-07-11
Default intervals are at 1 day, 10 days, 30 days, and 180 days based on how many times a sentence is answered correctly in a row.
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One-time purchase option Yes verified 2026-07-11
Lifetime subscription constitutes 100 years or until the date Clozemaster ceases to commercially offer the Services
https://www.clozemaster.com/terms
FAQ
Yes. Busuu, Duolingo and LingQ have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.