Duolingo Alternatives
7 Tools Like Duolingo
Quick answer: Top Duolingo alternatives include Babbel, Busuu and Memrise. Busuu and Memrise are free or have free plans.
Duolingo is a free, gamified language-learning app.
Learners look for Duolingo alternatives for real conversation practice, grammar depth or tutors.
- 7 alternatives
- 3 with a free plan
The best Duolingo alternatives
#1Babbel
babbel.com
Conversation-focused language lessons.
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In Babbel’s own words: “Babbel is the effective way to learn a new language. Our system uses scientifically proven methods to improve your grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.”
People switching from Duolingo often consider Babbel.
#2Busuu
busuu.com
Language lessons with feedback from native speakers.
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In Busuu’s own words: “Study a new language online with Busuu's award-winning courses. Learn together with native speakers in Busuu's community.”
Busuu has a free plan.
People switching from Duolingo often consider Busuu.
#3Memrise
memrise.com
Learn languages with videos of native speakers.
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In Memrise’s own words: “Memrise is a language learning app for people who have a specific reason to learn. Trusted by 80 million learners, Memrise offers specialised courses for your goals: passing an exam, speaking confidently at work, building relationships or for discovering cultures you love. Unlike gamified apps with robotic voices, it's”
Memrise has a free plan.
People switching from Duolingo often consider Memrise.
#4Rosetta Stone
rosettastone.com
Immersion-based language learning.
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In Rosetta Stone’s own words: “Learn languages the right way and speak with confidence using Rosetta Stone’s proven immersive method, realistic conversations, and top-rated speech tool.”
People switching from Duolingo often consider Rosetta Stone.
#5Pimsleur
pimsleur.com
Audio-first language courses.
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In Pimsleur’s own words: “Learn languages online with Pimsleur's effective language learning programs. Start learning another language in a fun way at your own pace. Sign up today!”
People switching from Duolingo often consider Pimsleur.
#6italki
italki.com
One-to-one lessons with language tutors.
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In italki’s own words: “Explore language learning with italki. Best way to learn English, Spanish, Japanese, and 150+ languages. Certified tutors, top online lessons. Book now!”
People switching from Duolingo often consider italki.
#7LingoDeer
lingodeer.com
Structured lessons, strong for Asian languages.
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In LingoDeer’s own words: “Learn languages smarter, not harder! Rated 4.9/5, LingoDeer teaches languages most effectively through fun lessons created by real teachers!”
LingoDeer has a free plan.
People switching from Duolingo often consider LingoDeer.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the best Duolingo alternatives?
Popular Duolingo alternatives include Babbel, Busuu and Memrise. The best choice depends on whether you need a free plan, open-source software or specific features.
Is there a free alternative to Duolingo?
Yes. Busuu, Memrise and LingoDeer are free or have free plans.
Why do people look for Duolingo alternatives?
Learners look for Duolingo alternatives for real conversation practice, grammar depth or tutors.
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