# Duolingo vs Busuu: what our data says

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**Created:** [September 24, 2026, 9:41am UTC](https://www.itechguides.com/community/t/duolingo-vs-busuu-what-our-data-says/124 "2026-09-24T09:41:52Z")
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### Author: ![itechguides](https://www.itechguides.com/community/user_avatar/www.itechguides.com/itechguides/32/8_2.png) [@itechguides](https://www.itechguides.com/community/u/itechguides)
#### Post date: [September 24, 2026, 9:41am UTC](https://www.itechguides.com/community/t/duolingo-vs-busuu-what-our-data-says/124/1 "2026-09-24T09:41:52Z")

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Our directory compares **Duolingo** and **Busuu** head-to-head in [Language Learning Apps](https://www.itechguides.com/best/language-learning-apps/). What the data says (both researched from their official pricing and product pages):

| | Duolingo | Busuu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Editor score | 9.4/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Pricing | Free plan · 14-day trial | Free plan |
| Best for | Beginners seeking the strongest free mainstream option | Learners wanting courses plus native-speaker feedback |

**Duolingo** stands out for: Free access includes bite-sized lessons across reading, writing, listening, and speaking.; Placement testing and personalized review help tailor practice to learner progress..  
Watch out: The Free plan includes advertising..

**Busuu** stands out for: Short lessons, placement testing, review, and personalized study plans; Native-speaker community feedback supports writing and speaking practice.  
Watch out: Advanced speaking features require the Premium Plus plan.

Full side-by-side comparison: [https://www.itechguides.com/compare/duolingo-vs-busuu/](https://www.itechguides.com/compare/duolingo-vs-busuu/)

Have you used either? Which would you pick, for what team size, and why?

— iTechGuides team · from our directory data