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 Memrise, which is free. Other great apps like Duolingo are Busuu, LibreLingo, Mondly and Lingvist.

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Duolingo alternatives are mainly Language Learning Tools, but if you're looking for Flashcard Learning Tools or Educational Games you can filter on that. Other popular filters include Free, Open Source, Android + Free, Linux + 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. Lenguia icon
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    Learn Languages as easy as a Child! Get fluent by immersing yourself in real content that you actually like, adapted to your language level.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  2. LinguaCafe  icon
     5 likes

    LinguaCafe is a free, web-based and self-hosted platform that helps language learners read in foreign languages. It allows users to import texts from different sources, and provides a set of tools that helps them easily acquire vocabulary.

    Cost / License

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
     
  3. Kana icon
     9 likes

    Hone your Japanese skills by matching romanized characters to their correct hiragana and katakana counterparts.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Linux
    • Flathub
     
  4. LinGo Play icon
     4 likes

    Invite your friends and have fun as you learn languages online together. Participate in tournaments with other players around the world. You will discover thousands of new words and phrases. Complete your Lingo course and get your certificate!

    211 LinGo Play alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  5. Corgi AI icon
     5 likes

    We started the Corgi project as a hobby to help people overcome language barriers and make better use of their time online.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Google Chrome
     
  6. Live Lingua icon
     1 like

    Live Lingua offers online classes via Skype with native, experienced and certified teachers in 11 of the most commonly spoken languages worldwide: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  7. Fluently icon
     6 likes

    Fluently is your personal AI English tutor. It made for people who already know the basics of English but want to feel truly confident in real conversations: whether that’s in an interview, a meeting, or chatting with colleagues.

    30 Fluently alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • iPhone
     
  8. Study Snacks icon
     2 likes

    Turn learning into a word puzzle in Study Snacks!.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • visionOS
     
  9. Lexi Explorer icon
     4 likes

    Web-based interactive language platform offers game-inspired lessons and immersive experiences, allowing users to learn through context, exploration, and repeated exposure while avoiding memorization drills. Features accessibility, dynamic lessons, and browser access.

    19 Lexi Explorer alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  10. Quilingo icon
     3 likes

    Language learning tool using diglot weave method with human-written, novella-length stories designed for immersive, context-based acquisition of foreign vocabulary. Features adjustable difficulty, bilingual reading modes, vocabulary tracking, and free unlimited trial access.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  11. Langly icon
     1 like

    Langly is the “next level” app in the educational market. It helps you to study and practice English while you are playing and creating your own story.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • iPhone
     
  12. Multilingua icon
     1 like

    Learn Foreign languages for free.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
     
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