Alternatives to Lingvist
Adaptive vocabulary in context
Lingvist ranks #10 of 10 in Language learning apps, with an Alt Score of 60. It is proprietary, sold by subscription from $9.99/month and available on Web, iOS and Android. 7 of 10 checklist rows are verified against a public source.
Language learners at any level, from beginners to advanced speakers, especially busy professionals and students who want focused, efficient study sessions rather than long courses.
An adaptive vocabulary-learning app covering 60+ languages, built around the highest-frequency words that cover most everyday scenarios, each with example sentences and grammar notes. A custom decks feature lets users turn personal word lists or industry-specific text into study material. Lessons are short (around 10 minutes or 50 cards) with no ads or gamification layered on top.
An initial AI assessment places the learner at the right starting level, then the app delivers card-based vocabulary lessons and uses a spaced-repetition algorithm to resurface words at the optimal interval for retention based on the learner's performance.
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Feature comparison
How Lingvist compares with its alternatives, feature by feature.
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Every fact and feature listed for Lingvist is verified against its own pages. Each alternative is sourced on its own page.
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License Proprietary verified 2026-07-11
Unless otherwise stated, we or our licensors own the intellectual property rights in the Services and Service Content.
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Pricing model Subscription verified 2026-07-11
After that, a subscription will be necessary to continue learning with Lingvist.
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Starts at $9.99/month verified 2026-07-11
Learn languages: 1-month plan $9.99
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lingvist-learn-languages-fast/id969093402 -
Platforms Web, iOS, Android verified 2026-07-11
The Lingvist mobile app is available right now for iOS and Android.
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Status active verified 2026-07-11
Currently, we grant every new user a free trial, so that you can experience the power of learning with Lingvist yourself.
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Languages count Yes verified 2026-07-11
From English, you can currently learn:
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Speaking practice Yes verified 2026-07-11
Perfect your pronunciation using sophisticated speech recognition technology or type your answers.
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lingvist-learn-languages-fast/id969093402 -
Grammar explanations Partial verified 2026-07-11
Acquire grammar passively like a native with our bite-sized sentences, or practice conjugating French verbs in our French course.
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/lingvist-learn-languages-fast/id969093402 -
Offline lessons Partial verified 2026-07-11
On the mobile app, we can support your learning without an Internet connection for up to 15 minutes.
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Free tier limits Partial verified 2026-07-11
Currently, we grant every new user a free trial, so that you can experience the power of learning with Lingvist yourself.
https://lingvist.com/help/do-you-offer-a-free-trial/ -
Placement tests Yes verified 2026-07-11
If you weren't offered the placement test when you first start learning on Lingvist, it means the algorithm will take you through the course starting from the very beginning.
https://lingvist.com/help/what-if-i-didnt-take-the-short-test-at-the-beginning/ -
Spaced repetition Yes verified 2026-07-11
The algorithm starts with the average forgetting curve of all of Lingvist's users as a baseline, and then adjusts according to how many you miss.
https://lingvist.com/blog/spaced-repetition-in-learning/
FAQ
Yes. Busuu, Duolingo and LingQ have a free tier or are fully free. Free-tier limits in the comparison table are verified and dated.