1 Duolingo
Duolingo is an absolutely amazing language learning app. It’s currently number two in the education category on the App Store, it’s an Editor’s Choice app, and it maintains a five star rating on the App Store. It was also Apple’s iPhone App of the Year and on our list of seven underrated apps in 2015.
Duolingo is the number one app for learning languages and has over 200 million users worldwide. There are over 20 languages to learn, including German, Chinese, Spanish, French, Swahili, Welsh, and many more.
The app treats learning a new language like a game—using health points and gems—and has helped to shape the standard blueprint for what a language learning app should be. It’s free to use with limited ads, or you can go pro for $9.99 per month.
The app rewards you with gems as you learn that can be spent on in-game items. It has a robust chatbot system. And it encourages you to compete against friends. You can learn one or more languages at a time and even post your fluency to LinkedIn.
Best of all, Duolingo is easy to use and adaptable. The menu features many categories separated by checkpoints, so if you’re an intermediate user you can test out of certain areas.
Overall Duolingo is still a favorite app for learning new languages as it provides an immersive experience that is constantly being updated and improved. If you want a well rounded experience that is easy-to-use, fun, versatile, and free, Duolingo won’t steer you wrong.
Our Rating: 5/5
Final Thoughts
Everyone’s learning style is different. You may find some apps that you like better than others, you may even find some that aren’t on this list. Don’t be afraid to try out different learning experiences until you find the one that works best for you. You can also use more than one app to keep things fresh and take advantage of their unique features.
Duolingo and Rosetta Stone are easily the best overall apps. They feature the most content and the highest quality experience. Drops is an excellent tool for strengthening your vocabulary and reviewing what you already know. If you want a unique learning experience try Memrise or Mondly. And if you’re looking for a more traditional learning experience with a modern twist, you may be interested in Babbel.
Learning a new language can help you meet new people, discover new opportunities, and gain a better understanding of cultures and places. With so many apps to choose from, you may want to make learning a new language your New Year’s resolution.