Comparison
4ToSpeak vs Memrise
Vocabulary practice with native-speaker video clips. Here is how it compares with 4ToSpeak on speaking, structure and cost, and who each one suits.
- Free forever plan
- No card needed
- 77 languages
Updated · by the 4ToSpeak team
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Step 4Estoy cansado.
I am tired.
- Order
- Translate
- Listen
- Speak
Say it out loud. Green landed, yellow was close.
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| Topic | Memrise | 4ToSpeak |
|---|---|---|
| Content style | Words and phrases with spaced review | Full sentences built, translated, heard and spoken |
| Audio and video | Clips of native speakers | Audio on every sentence, plus your own speaking |
| Speaking | Repeat after the clip | Speak and get word-by-word feedback |
| Best for | Picking up vocabulary in real voices | Building and saying whole sentences |
Memrise: strengths and weaknesses
Memrise is good at
- Native-speaker video clips.
- Quick, practical phrases.
- Spaced repetition for vocabulary.
Memrise is weaker at
- Focus is words and phrases, not deep grammar.
- Less structure for a full path.
- Speaking is mostly repeat-after-clip.
4ToSpeak is good at
- Every sentence ends with you saying it, so speaking is a large share of each session.
- Word-by-word speech feedback shows what to fix.
- A free plan with no card and no time limit.
- Lots of languages, including smaller ones many apps skip.
4ToSpeak is weaker at
- The iOS app is still in beta and there is no Android app yet; it also runs in the browser.
- Light on long grammar explanations.
- Not a replacement for live conversation with people.
Best for: Memrise is best for picking up everyday phrases in real voices. 4ToSpeak is best for learners who can recognise words but freeze when they have to speak, and anyone who wants daily speaking reps.
Cost: Memrise: Free with limits; subscription for the full app. 4ToSpeak: Free plan with no card; paid plans add more daily energy and extras.
Choose Memrise if
- You like seeing real people say words on video.
- Your priority is memorising vocabulary.
Choose 4ToSpeak if
- You want to practise word order and say full sentences.
- You want feedback on what you said.
Using them together
Memrise for words in real voices, 4ToSpeak for putting them into sentences you say.
Memrise is a trademark of its owner and is not affiliated with 4ToSpeak. This comparison describes general, publicly known traits and features can change, so check their site for the latest. See also 4ToSpeak vs flashcard apps.
Is 4ToSpeak better than Memrise?
They do different jobs. Memrise: you like seeing real people say words on video. 4ToSpeak: you want to practise word order and say full sentences. Choose by what you want to improve.
Can I use Memrise and 4ToSpeak together?
Memrise for words in real voices, 4ToSpeak for putting them into sentences you say.
Is 4ToSpeak free like Memrise's free tier?
4ToSpeak has a Free plan with no card and no time limit. It gives about 3 to 4 lessons a day. Paid plans add more daily energy and extras.
Free · no card · 77 languages
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