Avelan
Avelan: Structured multilingual lessons with offline access, but no unlimited free plan. Ranked #237 of 276 in Language Learning Apps by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Freemium; best for learners wanting compact multilingual lessons.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingFreemium
- Best forLearners wanting compact multilingual lessons
- Free planNo
- Offline lessonsYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Structured dialogues combine vocabulary, grammar, exercises, and cultural notes
- Adjustable audio, looping, slow-down, and offline lesson downloads
- Progress tracking covers lessons, sections, streaks, and study time
Where it doesn't
- Only the first lesson of each language is free
- No verified speech practice or personalized review
- Available on iPhone, iPad, and Apple silicon Mac computers
Our verdict on Avelan
Avelan is a language-learning app built around structured lessons and real-world dialogues. It covers German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, Russian, and Arabic (MSA), combining vocabulary, grammar explanations, audio, interactive exercises, cultural notes, and progress tracking. Its compact lesson format suits learners who want guided multilingual study rather than an open-ended reference tool.
Avelan provides the first lesson of any language free, while subscriptions unlock the remaining lessons. The paid options are Premium Monthly, Premium Quarterly, and Premium Annual; each plan unlocks all lessons. This makes the free access useful for sampling a language, but learners planning extended study need a subscription. The annual, quarterly, and monthly choices provide different commitment periods, while the published plan highlights do not distinguish their lesson features.
The app’s strongest focus is structured listening and dialogue practice. Each lesson includes three progressive dialogues, and adjustable playback, looping, and slow-down controls support learners who want to revisit spoken material at their own pace. Offline downloads add flexibility for study without an active connection, while lesson, section, streak, and study-time tracking provide a clear record of progress. Avelan is available on iPhone and iPad, plus Mac computers with Apple silicon. It should suit learners who value organized lessons and offline audio, but those seeking verified speech feedback or personalized review should consider a different type of language-learning app.
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Avelan fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Offline lessons | Yes |
| Speech practice | Not verified |
| Placement test | Not verified |
| Personalized review | Not verified |
| Mobile apps | Yes |
| Languages offered | 8 |
| Deployment | Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | macOS, iOS |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Freemium (source) |
| Website | avelan.app |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to Avelan
- DuolingoA strong free starting point with broad practice, personalization, and mobile access.9.4
- BusuuA broad language-learning app combining structured lessons with human and AI feedback.9.2
- BabbelA guided paid course with practice across listening, speaking, writing, and grammar.9.1
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