Lingokids
Lingokids is an ad-free learning app for ages 2 to 8 with more than 4,000 games, songs and shows covering early literacy, math, science, art, music and social-emotional skills. It began as an English-learning app and now uses a broad Playlearning method; a free tier is limited and Lingokids Plus unlocks everything.
What is Lingokids?
Lingokids is a learning app for young children made by Monkimun. It started as an English app for kids, which is where the name comes from. Today it calls itself an entertainment platform with learning built in, using a Playlearning method of short games, songs, shows and books.
As of October 2026, the app lists more than 4,000 activities tied to 650+ learning objectives. It is ad-free and kidSAFE certified, and some activities now feature Disney, Pixar and Marvel characters.
How it works
Your child picks from games, shows and songs on a phone or tablet. Each activity takes a few minutes. The app guides kids through a curated path, but they can also explore.
- Set up a child profile with your child's age.
- Your child plays games, watches short shows or sings along.
- Parents check progress reports in the Plus plan.
- Download activities for offline play on trips, with Plus.
Most kids ages 3 and up can use it alone. A parent PIN protects settings and profile changes.
What it covers
| Area | Examples |
|---|---|
| Literacy | Letters, phonics, early writing, books |
| Math | Numbers, counting, shapes, early operations |
| Science and tech | Biology, chemistry, coding, robotics |
| Arts | Music, art, coloring |
| Life skills | Social-emotional learning, movement and yoga |
| Language | English vocabulary; app also offered in Spanish and Portuguese |
Who it's best for
Lingokids fits families with kids ages 2 to 8 who want safe, ad-free screen time with real learning mixed in. It's handy for families learning English as a second language and for homeschool parents who want a fun extra for a preschooler.
Look elsewhere if you need a structured curriculum. ABCmouse follows a more step-by-step path, and Khan Academy Kids is free. For a second language beyond English, Dinolingo teaches 50 languages to kids.
Pricing at a glance
The Basic tier is free but limited each day. As of October 2026, Lingokids Plus runs about $14.99 to $15.99 a month or $71.99 to $89.99 a year on the US App Store, depending on the offer. Plus includes a free trial and renews automatically.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
Maybe, but don't count on it. Some ESA programs allow educational software, while others focus on curriculum and approved vendors, and each program decides. Save Lingokids to your wishlist next to a structured early-learning curriculum, then check scholarships for your state and apply once on Edulist.
How it compares
- ABCmouse offers a guided learning path for ages 2–8. Compare them in ABCmouse vs Lingokids.
- Khan Academy Kids is free, with no ads or subscriptions.
- Duolingo ABC is a free learn-to-read app for the same age group.
See more early learning programs, learning apps and the best learning apps for kids.
Who Lingokids is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Ages 2–8 who need safe, ad-free screen time
- Families learning English as a second language
- Parents who want broad early-learning variety in one app
- Families with up to four young kids
Look elsewhere if
- Families looking for a systematic phonics or math program
- Kids older than about 8
- Parents who want a fully featured free app
Lingokids pros and cons
Pros
- Ad-free and kidSAFE certified
- Huge variety: games, songs, shows and books
- Covers literacy, math, science, art, music and social-emotional skills
- Up to 4 child profiles and offline play with Plus
- Familiar characters keep kids engaged
Cons
- Free tier is tightly limited each day
- Yearly price feels high to some parents
- Entertainment-first; not a full curriculum
- Several different price points make costs confusing
What’s included
- 4,000+ interactive games, songs and shows
- 650+ learning objectives across literacy, math, science, art, music and social-emotional learning
- Characters from Disney, Pixar and Marvel in some activities
- kidSAFE certified and ad-free
- Plus plan adds unlimited play, progress reports, up to 4 child profiles and offline play
- App available in English, Spanish and Portuguese
How much does Lingokids cost?
Lingokids is free to download, with a Basic tier that offers a small rotating set of activities. Lingokids Plus unlocks the full library, progress reports, up to 4 child profiles and offline play. As of October 2026, the US App Store lists several Plus price points: monthly plans at $14.99 and $15.99, and yearly plans at $71.99, $74.99 and $89.99. The price you see depends on the offer and platform.
| Plan | Price | Billed | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free (Basic) | Free | Monthly | Free |
| Plus monthly | $14.99/mo | Monthly | $14.99/mo |
| Plus yearly | $89.99/yr | Yearly | $7.50/mo |
Free trial: The App Store and lingokids.com advertise a free trial of Plus. The length is shown in the app at sign-up.
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
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View wishlistWhat parents say
A summary of public parent feedback we read on forums, app stores and review sites. It is not a set of Edulist family reviews.
As of October 2026, Lingokids holds 4.3 stars from about 667,000 ratings on the US App Store and is an Apple Editors' Choice. Parents say their young kids learn a lot and ask to play. Complaints focus on the limited free version, where kids must wait a day for more activities, the cost of the yearly plan, and needing a parent to switch profiles. Some parents want more academic content and less entertainment.
Common praise
- Young children learn and stay engaged
- Strong learning support disguised as play
- Kids love the shows and characters
Common complaints
- Free tier runs out each day
- Yearly subscription seen as expensive
- Some parents want more academic depth
Sources: apps.apple.com · id1002043426
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Lingokids FAQs
Is Lingokids free?
Lingokids has a free Basic tier with a small set of activities that refresh regularly, and kids hit a daily limit. Lingokids Plus unlocks the full library of 4,000+ activities, progress reports, offline play and up to 4 child profiles.
How much does Lingokids cost?
As of October 2026, the US App Store lists Lingokids Plus at $14.99 or $15.99 a month and $71.99 to $89.99 a year, depending on the offer. Check the price shown in the app before you subscribe.
What age is Lingokids for?
Lingokids is designed for ages 2 to 8. The App Store lists it under Made for Ages 0–5 with parental controls, and parents commonly use it through about second grade.
Does Lingokids only teach English?
No. It started as an English-learning app, but today it covers literacy, math, science, engineering, art, music and social-emotional skills. The app is offered in English, Spanish and Portuguese.
How do I cancel Lingokids?
Cancel through the store you subscribed in. On Apple devices, turn off auto-renew in your Apple ID subscriptions at least 24 hours before renewal; on Android, use Google Play subscriptions. Deleting the app does not stop billing.
Is Lingokids better than ABCmouse?
Lingokids leans on short games, songs and shows with familiar characters, while ABCmouse follows a more structured step-by-step learning path. See our ABCmouse vs Lingokids comparison for a side-by-side look.
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