The Best Free Duolingo AlternativesTop Language & Flashcard Learning Tools like Duolingo

The best free alternative to Duolingo is Memrise. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Duolingo and loads of them is free so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting free alternatives to Duolingo are Busuu, LibreLingo, Mondly and Little Language Lessons.

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  1. Memrise icon

    Memrise

     199 likes

    Have fun while learning a foreign language with Memrise. The more you enjoy learning, the more (and quicker) your skills will develop. This is why entertainment mixed with real-life, relevant content is at the very core of the Memrise language learning experience.

    410 Memrise alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Memrise vs Duolingo Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    Not Yourbusiness
    1

    It used to be more well-presented. No fuzz, no spin, just straight down the middle.

    Top Negative Comment
    Guest
    6

    Memrise only teaches vocabulary.

    Guest
    Negative
    1

    Although it's for learning those are different purposes.

    3 of 5 comments
    • Memrise is Freemium and ProprietaryDuolingo is also Freemium and Proprietary
  2. Busuu icon

    Busuu

     49 likes

    Provides courses for 12 languages created by native experts, covering grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, speaking, and listening, with offline mode, placement tests, personalized study plans, official certification, and a global learning community.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  4. LibreLingo icon

    LibreLingo

     44 likes

    My goal is to start a community-driven language-learning platform that gives its users and contributors a way to influence its future and adapt it to special requirements.

    111 LibreLingo alternatives

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    Alerts

    • Discontinued

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    • Online
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    Discontinued

    From GitHub: "The repository will be archived until further notice. I am currently not maintaining LibreLingo. A few better-maintained forks exists, such as LibreLingoRelive. I am not directly affiliated with that fork or any other fork."

    LibreLingo vs Duolingo Comments
    hundvd7
    Negative
    2

    Absolutely not even close. Only Spanish from English, and 0 community features

    DeeJayLSP
    Negative
    3

    To date, it only allows learning Spanish from English

    Guest
    Positive
    5

    It is completely Free Open Source Software and everyone can use it.

    3 of 4 comments
    • LibreLingo is Free and Open SourceDuolingo is Freemium and Proprietary
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    Talkpal

    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.

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  6. Mondly icon

    Mondly

     24 likes

    Features over 1000 language combinations, daily lessons, and 41 real-life conversations, covering 50 key topics and practical vocabulary, offering standard and VR learning, with interactive exercises and tracking for learners at multiple levels.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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    Mondly vs Duolingo Comments
    yew-opal7795
    Negative
    1

    Mondly is good for learning sentences, before going somewhere on vacation. Due to lack of grammar teaching and explanattions it's more like a fun game. Not for serious language learning. And the system is for every language the same. The same lessons, the same sentences. Not recommendable as only source to learn a new language.

    • Mondly is Freemium and ProprietaryDuolingo is also Freemium and Proprietary
  8. Little Language Lessons icon

    Little Language Lessons

     9 likes

    Interactive language modules powered by AI offer grammar lessons, slang and idiom practice, and real-world object labeling through photos. Users receive personalized scenarios, translations, and audio guides, supporting multiple learning styles and language options.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
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  9. LingoCafe icon

    LingoCafe

     4 likes

    An alternative to solitary language apps and generic streak trackers, focused entirely on social accountability and peer motivation for language learners.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    Create a habit from a template or make a custom one.
     
  11. Drops icon

    Drops

     17 likes

    Word by word, Drops helps you learn new vocabulary through fun, fast-paced games with simple mnemonic images in just 5 minutes a day.

    242 Drops alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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  12. Quizlet icon

    Quizlet

     83 likes

    Simple tools for learning anything. Search millions of study sets or create your own. Improve your grades by studying with flashcards, games and more.

    292 Quizlet alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
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  13. LingoDeer icon

    LingoDeer

     13 likes

    Learn languages smarter, not harder! LingoDeer teaches languages most effectively through fun lessons created by real teachers!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    LingoDeer vs Duolingo Comments
    FelschR
    Positive
    0

    It works a lot better for Asian languages.

    • LingoDeer is Freemium and ProprietaryDuolingo is also Freemium and Proprietary
  14. LingQ icon

    LingQ

     16 likes

    Immerse in language learning with authentic audio, podcasts, books, and web-imported material, review vocabulary with a spaced repetition system, track progress with usage statistics and avatar growth, and sync your data across devices for online and offline study.

    70 LingQ alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  15. Preply icon

    Preply

     7 likes

    Access a global network of over 25,000 tutors in languages, math, music, and more. Preply provides personalized learning with flexible payment, accommodating diverse needs and preferences across students of all ages. Sessions available both online and in-home.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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