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Head-to-head · Arabic Learning Apps

Memrise vs Michel Thomas Modern Arabic

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Memrise #5 in Arabic Learning Apps 8.7/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Memrise
Michel Thomas Modern Arabic #8 in Arabic Learning Apps 7.9/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Michel Thomas

Memrise leads on 1 check, Michel Thomas Modern Arabic on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMemrise · 8.7/10
  • Free planonly Memrise
  • Most featuresMichel Thomas Modern Arabic · 3 of 4

Memrise scores higher on our rubric for arabic learning apps: 8.7 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.

Memrise offers free plan; Michel Thomas Modern Arabic doesn't.

Memrise is the better fit for learners seeking broad language coverage and AI practice. Michel Thomas Modern Arabic is the better fit for learners preferring an audio-led MSA course.

  • Memrise fits best

    Learners seeking broad language coverage and AI practice

  • Michel Thomas Modern Arabic fits best

    Learners preferring an audio-led MSA course

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Side by side

Feature Memrise 8.7/10 Visit ↗ Michel Thomas Modern Arabic 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.7 7.9
Ranking #5 in Arabic Learning Apps #8 in Arabic Learning Apps
Best for Learners seeking broad language coverage and AI practice Learners preferring an audio-led MSA course
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price €69.99/yr $11.99 one-time
Free plan ✓ (best) —
Free trial — —
Money-back guarantee 30 days 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Support Live chat, Tickets, Docs Email
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features Memrise 0/4 · Michel Thomas Modern Arabic 3/4
Speaking practice Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Writing practice Not checked yet —
Offline lessons Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Native-speaker audio Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Arabic varieties Not checked yet Msa
Lesson count Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines vocabulary lessons with spaced-repetition review.
  • Native-speaker videos and interactive podcasts support listening practice.
  • AI conversation, microphone speaking practice, and placement testing are included.
  • Live-style lessons pair a teacher with a native speaker and student participants
  • Foundation includes 10 hours of audio and the Start course
  • Purchased courses can be downloaded for offline listening in iOS and Android
Cons
  • The new app requires an internet connection and has no offline mode.
  • Annual access is listed at €69.99, with monthly access at €21.99.
  • Paid plans describe access to features and content, not tier-specific additions.
  • Courses focus on Modern Standard Arabic, not regional dialects
  • No writing practice is included
  • The course format centers on audio rather than a broad set of learning skills
Our verdict

Memrise is a language-learning service for beginners through advanced learners, with courses for travel, work, relationships and exam preparation. It is available on the web, iOS and Android, and spans 149 languages. The free tier gives…

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Michel Thomas Modern Arabic offers beginner courses in Modern Standard Arabic, presented as audio-led, live-style lessons with a teacher, a native speaker and student participants. Learners can pause and repeat the lessons, making the…

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  1. MemriseArabic Learning Apps 8.7Free plan
  2. Michel Thomas Modern ArabicArabic Learning Apps 7.9Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Memrise — where it wins

    • Combines vocabulary lessons with spaced-repetition review.
    • Native-speaker videos and interactive podcasts support listening practice.
    • AI conversation, microphone speaking practice, and placement testing are included.

    Where it doesn't

    • The new app requires an internet connection and has no offline mode.
    • Annual access is listed at €69.99, with monthly access at €21.99.
    • Paid plans describe access to features and content, not tier-specific additions.

  • Michel Thomas Modern Arabic — where it wins

    • Live-style lessons pair a teacher with a native speaker and student participants
    • Foundation includes 10 hours of audio and the Start course
    • Purchased courses can be downloaded for offline listening in iOS and Android

    Where it doesn't

    • Courses focus on Modern Standard Arabic, not regional dialects
    • No writing practice is included
    • The course format centers on audio rather than a broad set of learning skills

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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