Duolingo Alternatives

Duolingo is described as 'Gamify language learning with Duolingo, offering over 30 languages for free. Practice vital skills with intelligent chatbots and community rewards' and is a very popular language learning tool in the education & reference category. There are more than 100 alternatives to Duolingo for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, iPhone, Android, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best Duolingo alternative is Busuu, which is free. Other great apps like Duolingo are Memrise, Mondly, LibreLingo and LingoCafe.

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Duolingo alternatives are mainly Language Learning Tools, but if you're looking for Flashcard Learning Tools or Translators you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Open Source, Online + Free, Android + Free, Android and EU. You can also filter by region, for example EU-based alternatives if you prefer software developed in the European Union. These are just examples - use the filter bar below to find more specific alternatives to Duolingo.
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  1. ArticuLearn is an AI language learning app that solves the speaking practice gap left by traditional apps like Duolingo and Babbel. Unlike fixed-curriculum apps, it lets learners practice real conversations about any topic they choose, available 24/7 in 10 languages.

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    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  2. The app is based on a simple yet effective idea: repeating words and phrases regularly helps you remember them. Cruise Learn plays word/phrase pairs and their translations using Text-to-Speech technology. You decide what to learn — create your own sets of lessons the way you like.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
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  3. Victor AI icon
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    AI-powered language learning app that lets you practice speaking 11 languages with real-time pronunciation and grammar corrections.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  4. Most language apps hand you the same lesson they hand a million other people, and you outgrow it. Lemma generates yours.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  5. Zahlhaus icon
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    Listening practice for German numbers. Native speaker audio across numbers, dates, time, money, phone, and conversations. Free to start, no card.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  6. YouLearnt icon
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    YouLearnt helps academic institutions go fully digital and works as a marketplace where students and teachers connect for tutoring, blending virtual classrooms with in-person learning seamlessly.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
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  7. Speak Blocks is based on the Cognitive Gamified Reconstruction Method (CGRM). Instead of relying on multiple-choice exercises, it removes key grammatical elements (“grammar glue”) and asks learners to rebuild the sentence themselves.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  8. LearnChinese icon
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    Free online Chinese learning platform including online version of the HSK courses, spaced repetition flashcards, reading practice, sentence drills, and character writing practice.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  9. My French is an online platform built entirely around learning French — combining structured content with a community-first approach. Rather than treating language learning as a solitary, gamified activity, My French brings learners together to practice through interactive...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  10. Talkpal icon
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    AI language app offering chat, voice, and immersive learning. Engage in roleplays, practice grammar, and get real-time feedback across 57 languages with premium features like Photo Mode and unlimited trial.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  11. Solo Una icon
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    Build your Spanish vocabulary without the stress. Solo Una delivers a hand-picked verb and word to your phone every 24 hours.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  12. Lingoclip icon
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    It's very easy and fun! All you have to do is play a song of your choice and listen closely to complete the missing words of the song lyrics.

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    • Freemium
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    • Android
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