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Parroto Review
English-learning app built on dictation and shadowing, with AI pronunciation scoring
By AppDuo Editorial Team · Fact-checked
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Our verdict
Parroto suits learners who want to practise English listening and pronunciation with real video clips; it is free to download and rated 4.79/5 from 3,760 ratings on the Vietnamese App Store. On the other hand, the official site publishes no price list, the in-app purchase list has several similarly named entries, the App Store privacy label declares data used for third-party advertising, and the app only launched in September 2025.
Best for: Learners who want dictation practice on film, news and song clips
Skip it if: Buyers who want prices and free-plan limits up front: the official site states neither
Pros
- Three methods in one app: dictation, shadowing with AI pronunciation scoring, and spaced-repetition vocabulary cards
- Also offers IELTS and TOEIC mock tests (all 7 TOEIC parts), 1-on-1 voice chat with learners at the same level, and stories retold by level
- High App Store scores: 4.79/5 from 3,760 ratings in Vietnam and 4.87/5 from 193 in the US
Cons
- The official site and terms publish no prices and, apart from the TOEIC mock tests, do not say which features are free or paid
- The in-app purchase list has duplicate-looking entries (two Monthly, two Lifetime, plus both Annual and Yearly) at different prices, so it is hard to tell which tier is which
All pros and cons · Who is it for?
More pros
- The policy states chat messages are deleted after 24 hours and call audio is not recorded
- Available on iOS, Android and the web; the App Store listing names 14 languages (English, Vietnamese, Japanese, Arabic, …)
More cons
- The App Store privacy label lists identifiers used for tracking and third-party advertising, at odds with the policy's statement that data is not shared with advertisers; the policy also names no AI vendors, update date or retention period
- Launched in September 2025, so the track record is short; one US App Store reviewer says a refund was denied (a single user's account)
Best for
- Shadowing practitioners who want AI scoring of pronunciation, intonation and rhythm
- IELTS or TOEIC candidates who want mock tests in the same app
Skip it if
- People who want full company details: the policy and terms give no address or country
Experience & key features
What is Parroto?
Parroto is an English-learning platform from Parroto Company Limited, focused on listening, speaking, vocabulary and exam prep for levels A1 to C2. The app reached the App Store on 15 September 2025; the site also has practice pages that run in the browser and links to an Android version on Google Play. The core methods are dictation (typing what you hear in real video clips) and shadowing (repeating after native speakers). The authors page lists Nancy Nguyen as a co-founder based in Hanoi; it does not state the company's headquarters or founding year.
Key features
According to the homepage, AI scores pronunciation, intonation and rhythm in real time during shadowing, and vocabulary is learned in context and reviewed with spaced repetition. There are also IELTS and TOEIC mock tests (all seven TOEIC parts), vocabulary games, stories retold by level, listening and speaking progress charts and streaks. Content covers film clips, cartoons, TV shows, news, songs, and business and travel English in several accents (American, British, Australian, Canadian and more). The App Store description says content is updated weekly.
Pricing and value
The app is free to download with in-app purchases. The official site publishes no price list, and the terms say only that Free and Premium plans exist, with cancellation at any time and no cancellation fee. On the US App Store the in-app purchases are weekly $0.99, monthly $2.99 and $4.99, annual $24.99, yearly $19.99, and lifetime $59.99 and $79.99. The list does not say which entry belongs to which tier (two monthly, two lifetime, both "Annual" and "Yearly"), so check the checkout screen before buying. Refunds can be requested within 30 days, and only if the package is unused or used for under 7 days.
More analysis
Who it's for and how it compares
Parroto suits English learners who want to focus on dictation and shadowing, especially if they want AI pronunciation scoring and mock tests in the same app. Duolingo leans toward short game-style lessons across many languages, ELSA Speak focuses on pronunciation scoring, and Anki is a flashcard tool where you build your own content. Points to weigh: the app is new, prices and free-plan limits are not clearly published, and the App Store privacy label does not fully match the privacy policy.
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Plans & pricing
Prices last verified Nov 12, 2026
Free
PersonalFree
The app is free to download. The homepage has a "Get Started Free" button and calls the TOEIC mock tests free, but does not say which other features are free or paid. The terms say the account reverts to the free plan when Premium expires.
Premium
PersonalContact sales
The official site publishes no price list. The in-app purchase list on the US App Store shows: weekly $0.99, monthly $2.99 and $4.99, annual $24.99 and yearly $19.99, and lifetime $59.99 and $79.99. The listing does not say which entry belongs to which tier, so AppDuo does not state a single fixed price.
- Free plan limits
- The official site and terms do not describe the free plan's limits; the homepage only says the TOEIC mock tests are free.
- Free trial
- No free trial
Cancellation & refunds
Per Parroto's terms: requests must be made within 30 days of purchase; only unused Premium packages or ones used for under 7 days are refunded; no refund once more than 50% of the content or time is used; processing takes 5–10 business days. For App Store purchases, Apple handles refunds under its own policy.
Privacy
Parroto's privacy policy lists email, name, profile picture, learning progress, usage statistics and device information; chat and voice chat add message content, date of birth, gender and CEFR level. Chat messages are deleted automatically after 24 hours; call audio is not recorded or kept; date of birth and gender are stored permanently and cannot be changed. The policy says data is not shared with advertisers for targeted advertising, yet the developer's App Store privacy label lists identifiers (user ID, device ID) as used to track users and for third-party advertising. Users can request data deletion (the policy cites CCPA and GDPR), but no processing time or retention period for learning data is stated. No AI or third-party vendors are named, only categories (video hosting, analytics, customer support). Private chat requires users to be 13 or older. The policy carries no update date and no company address or country.
Parroto alternatives
7.9/10Anki
Open-source spaced-repetition flashcards, free on desktop and Android
7.8/10Duolingo
Bite-sized daily language lessons with streaks and leaderboards
Controversies & incidents
Issues documented by the press, regulators, courts or the vendor itself. Every item is sourced; unproven claims are labelled as allegations. Last researched: Nov 12, 2026
No significant controversies or incidents found in the sources we checked.
Frequently asked questions
Is Parroto free?
The app is free to download and the homepage has a "Get Started Free" button, but it includes in-app purchases. The homepage only says the TOEIC mock tests are free and does not say which other features need Premium.
How much does Parroto cost?
The official site publishes no prices. On the US App Store the in-app purchases range from $0.99 (weekly) to $79.99 (lifetime), with yearly at $19.99 or $24.99. Prices may change, so check the checkout screen.
Does Parroto offer refunds?
Per the terms, you can request one within 30 days if the package is unused or used for under 7 days, and not if more than 50% was used. For App Store purchases, Apple handles refunds under its own policy.
Does Parroto store my voice?
The policy says voice-chat call audio is not recorded or kept after a call. It does not explain how your voice is handled during AI shadowing practice and names no AI provider.
Review evidence & sources8
Scores
- Ease of use
- 7.8
- Features
- 7.6
- Value for money
- 6.8
- Performance
- 7.2
- Support
- 6.0
- Privacy & security
- 5.6
Why this score
The App Store description says 5–10 minutes of daily practice is enough, with reminders and widgets; a 4.79/5 score in Vietnam suggests users are broadly satisfied. The listing names 14 languages without saying whether they cover the interface or the content. Marked down because the price list is confusing.
Why this score
Dictation, AI-scored shadowing, vocabulary cards, IELTS/TOEIC mock tests, voice chat with other learners, graded stories and progress tracking. The scope is English only, many features are new, and no independent review of the AI scoring accuracy was found.
Why this score
The app is free to download and has weekly, monthly, yearly and lifetime options at low list prices (for example yearly at $19.99 or $24.99 on the US App Store). But the official site has no price list, free-plan limits are unclear, and duplicate-named purchase entries are hard to compare.
Why this score
The latest update (2.4.3, 31 Oct 2026) notes improved widgets and smoother shadowing, showing the app is actively maintained. One US App Store reviewer says the app failed to recognise their mistakes after about 10 minutes of use; no independent measurements were found to settle the point.
Why this score
The site has Contact, Feedback and blog pages, and the terms set out a clear refund process. The contact email on the policy and terms is hidden behind spam protection and could not be read, and no independent assessment of support quality was found. On the US App Store the developer replied to the refund complaint with an offer to help by email.
Why this score
In its favour: chats deleted after 24 hours, call audio not stored, private chat limited to ages 13 and up. Against: the App Store privacy label lists identifiers used for tracking and third-party advertising, which does not match the policy; no AI or third-party vendors named, no update date, no retention period for learning data or deletion deadline; date of birth and gender kept permanently. No breach or penalty was found.
What users say
- App Store (Vietnam)4.8/5 · 3,760
- App Store (United States)4.9/5 · 193
Sources
- Vendor-providedOfficial homepageNov 12, 2026
- Vendor-providedOfficial privacy policyNov 12, 2026
- Vendor-providedOfficial terms of serviceNov 12, 2026
- storeApp Store listing (United States)Nov 12, 2026
- storeApp Store listing (Vietnam)Nov 12, 2026
- storeiTunes Lookup API (Vietnam)Nov 12, 2026
- storeiTunes Lookup API (United States)Nov 12, 2026
- Vendor-providedOfficial authors pageNov 12, 2026
Specs & compatibility
- Developer
- Parroto Company Limited
- Headquarters
- Vietnam
- Launched
- 2025
- Category
- Education
Capabilities
- AI features
- Mobile app
Platforms
- Web
- iOS
- Android
Interface languages
- English
- Vietnamese
- Japanese
- Chinese
- French
- German
- Portuguese
- Korean
- Thai
- Indonesian
Support
Change history
- Update.When AppDuo read it, the Vietnamese App Store showed 4.79/5 from 3,760 ratings, about 14 months after release.
- Feature.Version 2.4.3: improved Home and Lock Screen widgets and smoother shadowing practice.
- Launch.Parroto is first released on the App Store.
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