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News in Slow German vs News in Slow Spanish
Both stand on language immersion apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Choose News in Slow German for structured listening practice that combines learner-level news with transcripts, explanations, and quizzes. Audio Only is the lower-cost option for listening; learners who want the full set of reading and practice materials need Full Access.
Visit News in Slow German Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
News in Slow Spanish combines weekly Spanish news with structured study resources and live speaking practice. Free samples and the Linguistica app offer ways to explore its content; paid plan features differ by edition and access level.
Visit News in Slow SpanishThe facts
| News in Slow German | News in Slow Spanish | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, iPhone, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Audio Only: $5.90 a month | Single edition — Audio Only: $6.90 a month |
| Plans published | 2 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | newsinslowgerman.com | newsinslowspanish.com |
| On language immersion apps | #16 of 25 | #18 of 25 |
News in Slow German: what it does well
- Learning paths are available for beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
- Lessons pair audio with transcripts and contextual English translations.
- More than a dozen original news stories are added across levels each week.
- Offline access and interactive practice are available.
- Subscribers can play the service on an Alexa smart speaker.
What to know first
- Audio Only excludes transcripts and interactive features.
- Full Access costs $17.90 a month after its trial.
- The seven-day trial converts to a paid subscription unless canceled.
News in Slow Spanish: what it does well
- Weekly news episodes span three learner levels.
- Rooms offers live conversation practice.
- Free lesson portions include audio and transcripts.
- Available on Android, iOS and web.
What to know first
- Audio Only plans exclude transcripts, lessons and quizzes.
- Monthly plans renew automatically.
- Trial converts to a subscription unless canceled.
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