Head-to-head · Greek Learning Apps
Duolingo vs Greek Polis
Duolingo leads on 0 checks, Greek Polis on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreDuolingo · 8.8/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresGreek Polis · 3 of 4
Duolingo scores higher on our rubric for greek learning apps: 8.8 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.
Duolingo is the better fit for learners wanting a broad, guided course. Greek Polis is the better fit for greek learners wanting a full-skill mobile course.
- Duolingo fits best
Learners wanting a broad, guided course
- Greek Polis fits best
Greek learners wanting a full-skill mobile course
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Side by side
| Feature | Duolingo 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Greek Polis 7.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 7.8 |
| Ranking | #1 in Greek Learning Apps | #8 in Greek Learning Apps |
| Best for | Learners wanting a broad, guided course | Greek learners wanting a full-skill mobile course |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Free plan · 14-day trial | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | 14 days | 3 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days | 3 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, macOS, iOS, Android | Android, iOS |
| Support | ||
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Solo, Small business |
| Features Duolingo 0/4 · Greek Polis 3/4 | ||
| Speech recognition | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Offline lessons | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Listening practice | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Writing practice | Not checked yet | ✓ (best) |
| Specs | ||
| Course structure | Not checked yet | Unit-based |
| Supported platforms | Not checked yet | Mobile |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | Duolingo offers short, interactive lessons through its website and mobile apps, with courses spanning speaking, writing, reading, and listening. A placement test helps learners choose a starting level, while personalized review revisits… Read the review → |
Greek Polis is a Modern Greek learning app for expats, families, travelers and learners preparing for the Ελληνομάθεια exam. Its A1–C1 course map brings vocabulary, grammar and listening together, with graded stories and real-life… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Duolingo — where it wins
- Lessons cover speaking, writing, reading, and listening
- Placement test helps learners choose a starting level
- Review adapts to progress and mistakes
Where it doesn't
- Gamified rewards may not suit learners who prefer a less structured format
- Offline access is limited to downloaded lesson content
- AI-powered conversation features are tied to Duolingo Max
Greek Polis — where it wins
- A1–C1 lessons combine vocabulary, grammar and listening
- Speech recognition and AI essay feedback add spoken and written practice
- Ελληνομάθεια exams cover reading, listening, grammar, writing and speaking
Where it doesn't
- Available only on Android and iOS
- The free tier limits exam attempts and essay and speaking reviews
- Premium price varies by country and is shown in the app store
- Duolingo8.8/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A guided, gamified course with placement testing and personalized review.
Visit DuolingoFull verdict → - Greek Polis7.8/10 · Free plan · 3-day trial
A mobile Greek course with broad skill practice and Ελληνομάθεια exam preparation.
Visit Greek PolisFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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