Best Language Learning Software

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1Babbel
10.0 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app
- languages: Spanish, French, Italian, German, and 9 others
- methodology: Real-world conversations, interactive exercises, speech recognition, short focused lessons + Babbel Speak, an AI-powered speaking trainer available through the Babbel app.
- trial: Free first app lesson
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2Pimsleur
9.9 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app
- languages: Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, English, and 46 others
- methodology: Scientifically-proven Pimsleur method in short in-app, online, and CarPlay lessons
- trial: 7-day free trial
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3Rosetta Stone
9.8 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app with online and offline lessons
- languages: Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, French, and 20 others
- methodology: Dynamic Immersion lessons with TruAccent speech recognition
- trial: 14-day money-back guarantee
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4Rocket Languages
9.6 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app with audio courses
- languages: French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, German, and 9 others
- methodology: Immersive lessons with speech recognition for pronunciation practice and cultural lessons
- trial: 7-day free trial
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5Preply
8.5 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac and Windows compatible
- languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and 40+ others
- methodology: 1-1 live lessons and group-based learning
- trial: Trial lessons, free replacement or refund for trial lesson
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6LingoPie
7.7 / 10Reference score
- devices: IOS, Android, Mac and Windows compatible app
- languages: Spanish, French, English, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and 3 others
- methodology: Disney+ is now available on Lingopie! Learn through immersion by watching real TV shows and movies from around the world.
- trial: 7-day free trial
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7Duolingo
7.6 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app
- languages: Spanish, French, Hindi, Japanese, and 36 others
- methodology: Gamified learning with personalized lessons
- trial: 14-day free trial of Super Duolingo
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8Talkpal
7.6 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS and Android
- languages: French, Spanish, Italian, Korean, Arabic, and 50+ more
- methodology: Immersive voice dialogues, interactive character chats, short adaptive practice, real-time feedback + Talkpal Call Mode, an AI-powered speaking partner available through the Talkpal app
- trial: 14-day free trial of Talkpal Premium
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9Busuu
7.5 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows
- languages: Spanish, Japanese, French, English, Portuguese, Korean, Arabic, and 14 others
- methodology: A combination of self-paced study and the ability to practice with 120 million native speakers around the world
- trial: 7-day free trial
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10IXL
7.4 / 10Reference score
- devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app
- languages: K-12 curriculum - Math, Language Arts, Science, Social Studies, Spanish
- methodology: Personalized learning, individualized guidance, and real-time analytics
- trial: 30-day satisfaction guarantee
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Best Overall

1Babbel

10.0 / 10Reference score

devices: iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app
languages: Spanish, French, Italian, German, and 9 others
methodology: Real-world conversations, interactive exercises, speech recognition, short focused lessons + Babbel Speak, an AI-powered speaking trainer available through the Babbel app.
trial: Free first app lesson

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Service	Best Overall—. BabbelBabbelofficial destination requires review	Best App—. PimsleurPimsleurofficial destination requires review	—. Rosetta StoneRosetta Stoneofficial destination requires review	—. Rocket LanguagesRocket Languagesofficial destination requires review	—. PreplyPreplyofficial destination requires review
devices	iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app	iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app	iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app with online and offline lessons	iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows compatible app with audio courses	iOS, Android, Mac and Windows compatible
languages	Spanish, French, Italian, German, and 9 others	Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, English, and 46 others	Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, French, and 20 others	French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, German, and 9 others	English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, and 40+ others
methodology	Real-world conversations, interactive exercises, speech recognition, short focused lessons + Babbel Speak, an AI-powered speaking trainer available through the Babbel app.	Scientifically-proven Pimsleur method in short in-app, online, and CarPlay lessons	Dynamic Immersion lessons with TruAccent speech recognition	Immersive lessons with speech recognition for pronunciation practice and cultural lessons	1-1 live lessons and group-based learning
trial	Free first app lesson	7-day free trial	14-day money-back guarantee	7-day free trial	Trial lessons, free replacement or refund for trial lesson

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