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LinkerTube vs Migaku

Two fact sheets from our own research, side by side — pricing, platforms, API access and status re-checked by us rather than quoted from the vendors.

The short answer

Cheaper paid plan
LinkerTube — $9/mo vs $10/mo for Migaku
Free plan
Both have one
Higher Trust score
Migaku — 89 vs 64 for LinkerTube
Best fit
LinkerTube: English learners who watch YouTube regularly · Migaku: Learners who already watch shows/YouTube in their target language
Platforms
LinkerTube: Web, iOS, Android · Migaku: Web, Chrome extension, iOS, Android

From our own records as of each tool's last check. Anything we have not confirmed is left out rather than guessed. How we verify

LinkerTubeA browser sidebar that turns YouTube subtitles into saved vocabulary with spaced-repetition review.MigakuTurns Netflix, YouTube, and web content into clickable flashcards for language immersion.

Side by side

FactLinkerTubeMigaku
CategoryLanguage LearningLanguage Learning
Pricing modelFreemiumFreemium
Starts at$9/mo$10/mo
Trust score64 / 10089 / 100
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWeb, Chrome extension, iOS, Android
Company—Migaku Inc.
Last verifiedOct 15, 2026Oct 15, 2026

What our research says

LinkerTube

LinkerTube is a solid pick for someone who already watches a lot of English-language YouTube and wants to turn that into vocabulary practice without switching apps. The free tier covers the core loop of saving and reviewing words; the Pro coaching layer is a nice-to-have rather than essential.

Pros

  • One-click word saving directly from YouTube subtitles
  • Links each saved word back to its video timestamp
  • Spaced-repetition review built in
  • Free tier includes cloud sync, not just local storage

Cons

  • English-learning focus only, not multi-language
  • AI coach and unlimited vocabulary require the $9/month Pro plan
  • No company name or location disclosed

Migaku

Migaku's bet is that watching a show you already want to watch teaches vocabulary better than a flashcard app in isolation, and the one-click-to-flashcard flow makes that practical instead of tedious. It only pays off for content you're already consuming in the target language, and the lifetime option is a real commitment at $499.

Pros

  • One-click flashcard creation directly from Netflix, YouTube, and web pages
  • Built-in spaced repetition and comprehension scoring
  • AI-generated word explanations alongside dictionary definitions
  • Available as browser extension plus iOS and Android apps

Cons

  • Only covers eleven languages, so many learners aren't served
  • Lifetime option costs $499, a large upfront commitment

Which one fits

Choose LinkerTube if you need

  • English learners who watch YouTube regularly
  • People who prefer learning vocabulary in video context over flashcard decks alone
  • Users wanting cross-device sync of saved words

Choose Migaku if you need

  • Learners who already watch shows/YouTube in their target language
  • People wanting spaced-repetition review built from real content, not premade decks
  • Learners of the eleven specifically supported languages

LinkerTube vs Migaku: the questions people ask

Is LinkerTube cheaper than Migaku?

On published entry prices, LinkerTube starts lower — $9/mo against $10/mo for Migaku. Entry price is the lowest paid plan as we last verified it; what each plan includes differs.

Does LinkerTube or Migaku have a free tier?

Both: LinkerTube has a free tier, and Migaku has a free tier.

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