Head-to-head · Language Learning Apps
Memrise vs Mondly
Memrise leads on 1 check, Mondly on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreMemrise · 9.0/10
- Free planboth
- Free trialonly Mondly
- Most featuresMondly · 5 of 5
Memrise scores higher on our rubric for language learning apps: 9.0 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.
Mondly offers offline lessons; Memrise doesn't. Memrise leads on languages offered: 149 versus 41.
Memrise is the better fit for learners prioritizing language breadth and native video. Mondly is the better fit for broad-language learners seeking varied practice modes.
- Memrise fits best
Learners prioritizing language breadth and native video
- Mondly fits best
Broad-language learners seeking varied practice modes
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Side by side
| Feature | Memrise 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | Mondly 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #4 in Language Learning Apps | #8 in Language Learning Apps |
| Best for | Learners prioritizing language breadth and native video | Broad-language learners seeking varied practice modes |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | €69.99/yr | — |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | 7 days |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Live chat, Tickets, Docs | Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Memrise 4/5 · Mondly 5/5 | ||
| Offline lessons | — | ✓ (best) |
| Speech practice | ✓ | ✓ |
| Placement test | ✓ | ✓ |
| Personalized review | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mobile apps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Languages offered | 149 (best) | 41 |
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| Our verdict | Memrise is a language-learning app and website for beginners through advanced learners. It supports 149 languages and combines structured lessons, wordlists, native-speaker video clips, personalized review plans and pronunciation practice.… Read the review → |
Mondly is a language-learning app for individual learners, educators, and businesses. Developed by ATI Studios and part of Pearson, it combines short daily lessons with topic-based courses, vocabulary and grammar practice, pronunciation… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Memrise — where it wins
- Supports 149 languages across web, iOS and Android
- Native-speaker clips paired with spaced-repetition review
- Includes pronunciation, AI conversation and exam preparation
Where it doesn't
- Some advanced tools are part of the Pro Monthly plan
- Its broad language catalog may not suit highly specialized study
- Offline learning is available through mobile apps
Mondly — where it wins
- Supports 41 language courses and 1,320 language combinations
- Combines speech recognition, AI conversations, grammar, and vocabulary review
- Offers offline learning across web, iOS, Android, and macOS
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan provides only limited access
- Paid pricing may vary by region or platform
- It is proprietary rather than open source
- Memrise9.0/10 · Free plan
A broad language-learning app combining native video, structured lessons and AI practice.
Visit MemriseFull verdict → - Mondly8.6/10 · Free plan · 7-day trial
A broad language-learning app with varied practice modes and a freemium entry point.
Visit MondlyFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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