Pimsleur Alternatives

Pimsleur is described as 'Is your goal to actually speak a new language? Millions of people have learned to speak a new language fluently with Pimsleur - the scientifically proven language learning app' and is an app in the education & reference category. There are more than 10 alternatives to Pimsleur for a variety of platforms, including iPhone, iPad, Android, Web-based and Android Tablet apps. The best Pimsleur alternative is Duolingo, which is free. Other great apps like Pimsleur are Memrise, Rosetta Stone, Lenguia and Language Transfer.

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  1. Duolingo icon
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    Duolingo offers a gamified platform to learn over 30 languages for free. Engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening practice with intelligent chatbots. Join 300 million users and track progress with rewards. Optional Duolingo Plus removes ads and adds features.

    278 Duolingo alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  2. Memrise icon
     196 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.

    310 Memrise alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  3. Rosetta Stone icon
     53 likes

    Language-learning platform using spaced repetition with images, text, sound, and videos to teach foreign languages without translation. Supports writing exercises and grammar lessons. It offers immediate scoring and customizable feedback, ideal for personalized progression.

    200 Rosetta Stone alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
     
  4. 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
     
  5. Language Transfer is a labour of love, creating the most effective but kind, exciting yet reassuring, simple yet profound language courses out there... and what's more, LT puts them out there for free!

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
     
  6. Excedo icon
     1 like

    Excedo goes beyond language learning to help companies and business professionals become more global by equipping you to confidently and effectively communicate across diverse environments and cultures.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
     
  7. LingoTheory icon
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    LingoTheory is a website dedicated to language learning and linguistics. It offers a variety of resources and tools for language enthusiasts, students, and educators. The site focuses on providing in-depth information about different languages, their structures, and linguistic concepts.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
     
  8. Public domain versions of language courses from the Foreign Service Institute. The courses on this website were developed by the U.S. government. The U.S. government is not, however, affiliated with this site. This site has downloadable MP3 files with text.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
     
  9. TTMIK Stories helps you learn Korean through 1,000+ original graded stories designed for beginners to advanced learners. You can read and listen with professional voice-acted audio and follow a step-by-step flow with quizzes and review.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
    • Android
    • Android Tablet
     
  10. Jolii icon
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    AI-powered language learning app that transforms YouTube and Netflix video into personalized and engaging language learning practice.

    53 Jolii alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
     
  11. AI-powered language learning app that lets you practice real conversations with customizable AI personas, intelligent memory, and smart vocabulary tools.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
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