Snakke vs Lingu vs Norskproven.com vs Kvest
They are different kinds of tools. Lingu (lingu.no) sells a written-test preparation package (reading, listening, writing) from 900 NOK for six months, plus a separate AI oral-exam trainer called Muntlig at 499 NOK for one month or 799 NOK for two. Norskproven.com sells one-time memberships with 900+ exercises and 9 mock exams per level (A2 to B1 and B1 to B2). Kvest (kvest.no) is a free guide site that explains the exam and recommends apps, courses and tutors, it is not a practice tool.
Snakke is a single subscription that covers all four tested skills in one place: exam-format reading and listening, instant AI grading of writing and speaking on the B2 rubric, timed B1 and B2 mock exams with the oral included, plus vocabulary, grammar and an AI tutor that stays in Norwegian. Pro is 249 NOK per month, or 149 NOK per month billed yearly (1790 NOK), with a free preview and no card needed. If you want written and oral prep without buying two products, Snakke is the simplest choice. If you only want a fixed bank of mock tests, Norskproven.com is a fair option. No tool can guarantee a pass.
| Snakke | Lingu / Norskproven.com / Kvest | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | Web app: practice, AI grading, mock exams, tutor | Lingu: course packages. Norskproven.com: exercise and mock test bank. Kvest: free guide site |
| Reading and listening practice | Yes, exam format, A1 to B2 | Lingu: yes (written package). Norskproven.com: yes. Kvest: no |
| Writing feedback | Instant AI grading on the B2 rubric | Lingu: AI tutor and teacher feedback. Kvest: no |
| Speaking and oral exam practice | Included, with AI feedback | Lingu: separate product (Muntlig). Kvest: no |
| Timed mock exams | B1 and full B2 mocks, oral included | Norskproven.com: 9 per level. Kvest: no |
| Vocabulary and grammar A1 to B2 | Yes, spaced repetition and drills | Lingu: included per level. Kvest: links to other resources |
| Price | Free preview; Pro 249 NOK/mo or 149 NOK/mo yearly | Lingu: from 900 NOK (6 months) plus Muntlig 499 to 799 NOK. Norskproven.com: one-time membership. Kvest: free |
Lingu (lingu.no)
Lingu is a Norwegian provider with a structured preparation programme for the written Norskprøve. The package covers reading, listening and writing at A1 to B2, with vocabulary, grammar, common topics, pronunciation and assessment criteria, and feedback from both an AI tutor and a teacher. Access lasts six months and starts at 900 NOK.
The oral exam is sold separately as Muntlig, an AI examiner that runs the three oral tasks at A2 to B1 or B1 to B2 and gives feedback on fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar. It costs 499 NOK for one month or 799 NOK for two, with no auto-renewal. Lingu suits learners who like a course structure and teacher contact, and do not mind buying the written and oral parts separately.
Norskproven.com
Norskproven.com is an independent practice service focused on the test itself. It offers more than 900 exercises for Norskprøve A2 to B1 and B1 to B2, with 9 mock exams at each level, a free example test per level, and one-time memberships rather than a subscription. It suits learners who mainly want lots of exam-style questions and full practice tests.
Kvest (kvest.no)
Kvest is a free information site for English speakers in Norway. It explains the Norskprøve, permanent residence and citizenship requirements, and recommends courses, apps and tutors. It is useful for orientation, but it does not offer practice exercises, grading or mock exams of its own.
Snakke (snakke.app)
Snakke is built around active production. Most learners who stall at B1 can read and understand far more than they can write or say, so Snakke grades your writing and speaking instantly on the real B2 rubric and tells you what to fix. It also has exam-format reading and listening, full timed B1 and B2 mock exams with the oral part, 3,400+ words of spaced-repetition vocabulary, grammar A1 to B2, and an AI tutor that remembers your mistakes and keeps the conversation in Norwegian.
It runs in the browser on any device. You can try vocabulary, two grammar lessons and the tutor for free without a card. Pro unlocks everything for 249 NOK per month, or 149 NOK per month billed yearly at 1790 NOK. Cancel anytime.
Which one should you pick?
A short guide based on what you need most:
- You want written and oral prep in one subscription, with instant grading: Snakke.
- You want a teacher reviewing your written work and a fixed six-month course: Lingu.
- You mainly want a large bank of mock tests for a one-time price: Norskproven.com.
- You are still working out which test and level you need: read Kvest or the official HK-dir pages first.
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How much does Lingu cost for Norskprøven?
Lingu's written-test preparation package starts at 900 NOK for six months of access. Its AI oral-exam trainer, Muntlig, is a separate purchase at 499 NOK for one month or 799 NOK for two months. Check lingu.no for current prices.
Is Kvest a Norskprøve practice app?
No. Kvest (kvest.no) is a free guide site that explains the Norskprøve, residence and citizenship requirements, and recommends courses, apps and tutors. It does not have its own practice exercises or mock exams.
Does Snakke include the oral (muntlig) exam?
Yes. Snakke Pro includes speaking practice and oral-exam tasks with AI feedback, and the timed B1 and B2 mock exams include the spoken part. It is included in the same subscription as reading, listening and writing: 249 NOK per month, or 149 NOK per month billed yearly.
Which Norskprøve level do I need for citizenship?
Norwegian citizenship requires a pass at B1 or higher in the oral (muntlig) part of the Norskprøve for most applicants aged 18 to 67, plus the citizenship test. Check UDI for the current rules and exceptions.