Head-to-head · AI Language Learning Apps
Duolingo vs Langua
Duolingo leads on 0 checks, Langua on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Free planboth
Our editors rank Duolingo at #1 and Langua at #6 for ai language learning apps; Duolingo and Langua have no rubric score yet (facts researched, not yet scored), so the checks below decide.
Duolingo is the better fit for most learners wanting a complete free app. Langua is the better fit for conversation-focused learners wanting detailed feedback.
- Duolingo fits best
Most learners wanting a complete free app
- Langua fits best
Conversation-focused learners wanting detailed feedback
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Side by side
| Feature | Duolingo —/10 Visit ↗ | Langua —/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | — | — |
| Ranking | #1 in AI Language Learning Apps | #6 in AI Language Learning Apps |
| Best for | Most learners wanting a complete free app | Conversation-focused learners wanting detailed feedback |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, macOS, iOS, Android | Web, iOS, Android |
| Features Duolingo 0/5 · Langua 0/5 | ||
| Adaptive lessons | Not published | Not published |
| AI conversation practice | Not published | Not published |
| Pronunciation feedback | Not published | Not published |
| Human tutoring | Not published | Not published |
| Offline access | Not published | Not published |
| Specs | ||
| Supported platforms | Not published | Not published |
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| Our verdict | Duolingo is a self-paced language-learning website and mobile app for learners who want practice across reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. Its bite-sized interactive lessons use progress… Read the review → |
Langua is an AI-powered language learning app from LanguaTalk for learners who want to build conversation skills with guided feedback. It supports AI roleplays, debates, interest-based chats, and hands-free Call Mode, while providing… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Duolingo — where it wins
- Free access to courses with reading, writing, listening, and speaking practice
- Placement testing, personalized review, and offline mobile lessons
- Super and Max add ad removal, practice tools, and AI conversations
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan includes advertisements
- AI-powered Video Call and Roleplay require Duolingo Max
- Offline lesson access is available through the mobile app
Langua — where it wins
- Roleplays, debates, Call Mode, and interest-based AI conversations
- Written and verbal corrections with detailed post-conversation reports
- Flashcards, stories, podcasts, videos, and synchronized transcripts
Where it doesn't
- Standard limits regular chat to 75 messages per day
- Standard limits Call Mode to 30 minutes per day
- No verified offline support is listed
- Duolingo—/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial
A broad free app covering core language skills with personalized review and mobile access.
Visit DuolingoFull verdict → - Langua—/10 · Free plan
A conversation-first AI tutor with corrections, reports, and practice tools across devices.
Visit LanguaFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026







