15/07/2025
Have you ever stared at an English grammar book, feeling like you should be learning—but all you really want is someone to talk to?
You’re not alone. One of the biggest frustrations my English students share is this:
“I’ve been learning English for years, but I still can’t speak it confidently with real people.”
Sound familiar?
Here’s the thing—language isn’t just something you learn; it’s something you use.
And that’s exactly where language exchange apps like HelloTalk and Tandem come in.
They let you chat with native speakers from around the world—many of whom are also learning your language.
It’s a mutual exchange: you help them with Hindi or Spanish (or whatever you speak), and they help you with English.
But here’s the big question:
Which app is actually better for practicing English—HelloTalk or Tandem?
After more than a decade of teaching English—and watching countless students use these apps—I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t.
So, let’s break it all down.