2
Duolingo
Free with ads; Super subscriptionBite-sized language lessons that feel like a game.
Pick it if you want it free, you are a student and you get distracted easily.
Free planiPhoneAndroidWeb
At a glance
| App | Price | Platforms | Pick it if |
|---|---|---|---|
| Busuu (the app you have) | Free to learn | iPhone, Android, Web | - |
| Babbel | Subscription | iPhone, Android, Web | you want a close match |
| Duolingo | Free with ads | iPhone, Android, Web | you want it free |
| Memrise | Free to start | iPhone, Android, Web | you want a close match |
| SpanishDictionary.com Learning | Free download | iPhone, Android | you want a close match |
| Praktika | Free | iPhone, Android | you want it free |
| Lingvano | Free download | iPhone, Android | you want a close match |
| Drops | Free download | iPhone, Android | you want a close match |
| Promova | Free download | iPhone, Android | you want a close match |
1
Babbel
SubscriptionStructured language courses focused on real conversations.
PaidiPhoneAndroidWeb
3
Memrise
Free to start; paid plan unlocks more features
Language app built around short videos of native speakers and AI conversation practice; free to start with a paid plan.
Free planiPhoneAndroidWeb
4
SpanishDictionary.com Learning
Free download; paid upgrades in the app
Free Spanish lessons and dictionary from SpanishDictionary.com.
Free planiPhoneAndroid
5
Praktika
Free
AI language tutor for speaking practice.
Pick it if you want it free.
FreeiPhoneAndroid
6
Lingvano
Free download; paid upgrades in the app
Learn American Sign Language with video lessons.
Free planiPhoneAndroid
7
Drops
Free download; paid upgrades in the app
Learn language vocabulary in short, picture-based sessions.
Free planiPhoneAndroid
8
Promova
Free download; paid upgrades in the app
Language learning with lessons, tutors and speaking practice.
Free planiPhoneAndroid
We matched these apps to Busuu by what they are for, who they suit and where they run, using our research on each app's official website and app store listing. We have not tested them hands-on for this page. Check the price on each app's own site before you buy.