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Head-to-head · Apps For Kids

Duolingo vs SplashLearn

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Duolingo #3 in Apps For Kids 9.0/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Duolingo
SplashLearn #5 in Apps For Kids 8.7/10 Free plan · 7-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit SplashLearn

Duolingo leads on 0 checks, SplashLearn 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

  • Highest scoreDuolingo · 9.0/10
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth

Duolingo scores higher on our rubric for apps for kids: 9.0 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.

Duolingo is the better fit for kids focused on learning languages. SplashLearn is the better fit for pre-K to Grade 5 math and reading practice.

  • Duolingo fits best

    Kids focused on learning languages

  • SplashLearn fits best

    Pre-K to Grade 5 math and reading practice

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Side by side

Feature Duolingo 9.0/10 Visit ↗ SplashLearn 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.0 8.7
Ranking #3 in Apps For Kids #5 in Apps For Kids
Best for Kids focused on learning languages Pre-K to Grade 5 math and reading practice
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Free plan · 14-day trial Free plan · 7-day trial
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days 7 days
Free trial length 14 days 7 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, macOS, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Email Email, Live chat, Docs
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features Duolingo 0/3 · SplashLearn 0/3
Offline use Not checked yet Not checked yet
Parent dashboard Not checked yet Not checked yet
Child profiles Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Age range Not checked yet Not checked yet
Learning focus Not checked yet Not checked yet
Supported languages Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Covers speaking, writing, reading, and listening in short lessons
  • Placement and personalized review help guide practice
  • Free plan, mobile apps, and limited offline lesson access
  • Personalized paths adapt to learner progress and grade level.
  • Parent and teacher reports track progress and performance.
  • Printable worksheets and lesson plans support offline practice.
Cons
  • Focused on language learning rather than general kids activities
  • Free tier is supported by advertising
  • Offline access is limited to downloaded lesson content
  • The stated learner range ends at Grade 5.
  • Its subject focus is math and reading rather than a broad curriculum.
  • Game rewards center on coins and unlockable animated pets.
Our verdict

Duolingo is a language-learning app and website for learners who want short, interactive practice across speaking, writing, reading, and listening. For kids focused on learning languages, its lessons, placement test, and personalized…

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SplashLearn provides web and mobile learning for children from Pre-K through Grade 5, with math and reading content for home or classroom practice. Its math activities combine skill-based games with learning paths that adapt to progress…

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  1. DuolingoApps For Kids 9.0Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. SplashLearnApps For Kids 8.7Free plan · 7-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Duolingo — where it wins

    • Covers speaking, writing, reading, and listening in short lessons
    • Placement and personalized review help guide practice
    • Free plan, mobile apps, and limited offline lesson access

    Where it doesn't

    • Focused on language learning rather than general kids activities
    • Free tier is supported by advertising
    • Offline access is limited to downloaded lesson content

  • SplashLearn — where it wins

    • Personalized paths adapt to learner progress and grade level.
    • Parent and teacher reports track progress and performance.
    • Printable worksheets and lesson plans support offline practice.

    Where it doesn't

    • The stated learner range ends at Grade 5.
    • Its subject focus is math and reading rather than a broad curriculum.
    • Game rewards center on coins and unlockable animated pets.
  • Duolingo9.0/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A focused language-learning app with short lessons, review, and speaking practice.

    Visit DuolingoFull verdict →
  • SplashLearn8.7/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial

    Adaptive math and reading practice with games, reports, and printable worksheets.

    Visit SplashLearnFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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