# Duolingo Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Duolingo the right Language Learning solution for you? Explore 976 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/210401/Duolingo-for-Schools/reviews --- Duolingo 4.6 (976) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/210401/Duolingo-for-Schools/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated April 2nd, 2026 # Reviews of Duolingo Ease of use 4.8 Customer Service 4.2 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Nava B OwnerRetail, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “What I like most about Duolingo is that they take a complex subject and break it down into short lessons that can be quickly completed. Once you've completed a short lesson, it's motivating to keep going.“ January 21, 2026 John O StudentEducation Management, 5,001 - 10,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “While I am using free mode, therew are ads after each lesson and unlimited energy thius makes learning difficult.“ February 20, 2026 Cassandra J TeacherEducation Management, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “What I like most about Duolingo is that you can learn how to use and translate in another language learn skills and education development“ February 17, 2026 Rachid A DirectorReal Estate, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The main downside is that the incentive system loses its effectiveness over time, especially when you want to progress beyond the basics“ December 18, 2025 DA Delia A QA AnalystComputer Games, 201 - 500 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “It is a learning app that offers everything, from an entertaining and interactive way to learn a new language, certification programs, courses for new learners, advanced learners, or children, and a great variety of languages.“ June 8, 2024 MH Marium H Software EngineerComputer Software, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Secondly the practice sentences given in the app aren't sometimes useful in daily life, it would be really nice when sentences practised are related to daily life and not just hypothjetical scenarios.“ July 14, 2025 MD Matthew D DirectorNon-Profit Organization Management, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “The incentives to maintain streaks is a good addition and encourages me to do at least one lesson a day which helps me to continue learning new words but also build upon what I've learnt so far.“ June 30, 2025 Rachid A DirectorReal Estate, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “After a while, the incentive system becomes repetitive and monotonous.“ December 18, 2025 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 976 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Kuldeep S. Software Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Good for beginners" May 3, 2026 4.0 It has been a great platform to start learning Deutsch. But it's not a complete solution. My usage of app has decreased over time as I progress more into the language learning. However will use it again when I want to learn a new language. Pros \- Easy, friendly UI - I like the gamification in exercises - learning path is easy and content is well-planned for each level Cons \- too much of ads in free version, app becomes almost impossible to use if not paid - streak reminders feel a little too much after a while - learning is slow Review Source RH Reagan H. Optician Medical Practice Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Outstanding Duolingo" April 27, 2026 5.0 Overall I have had an amazing and exciting experience with Duolingo, it was the easiest way for me to learn a second language and it comes in handy all the time. I love that it keeps a streak for you and it gives you an incentive to work on your learning each day. Amazing app and extremely user friendly! Pros I like that there is a great value for money and customer support with it, and I never have any bugs or issues. I love that it teaches a wide vocabulary and grammar for any language you want to learn, as well as promoting student and teacher interaction! There is also great security that goes along with it as well. Cons There was nothing that I disliked about Duolingo. I have been a user of Duolingo for years! It is absolutely wonderful! Switched from [Rosetta Stone Enterprise](https://www.capterra.com/p/210719/Rosetta-Stone-Enterprise/) I made this switch because it was too easy to "cheat" your way through on Rosetta stone, and I feel like it was not teaching me everything that I needed to learn. I definitely prefer Duolingo out of anything! Review Source Christine B. Pilates transformation expert Health, Wellness and Fitness Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Fun, but not useful for gaining fluency " April 3, 2026 3.0 It was kind of a bust. Fun to participate and play their games to trick myself into using the app on a daily basis, but in the end, I didn’t have any fluency on my trip to Spain. Pros Great to find a language tool that’s free and easily accessible on the go via a phone app, so that you can use it anywhere. Cons I used it for Spanish language for 6 months before a trip, thinking that I’d have some basic Spanish when I got there. I felt like I had zero fluency — the speed that real people talk is far different than what you experience in the app. Review Source Nava B. Owner Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Duolingo Makes Learning Fun (But should add conjugation tables for languages)" January 21, 2026 5.0 Overall, it has been good. I've used it to learn Spanish, Math, Chess, and Music and had a good and fun experience with all three subjects. Pros What I like most about Duolingo is that they take a complex subject and break it down into short lessons that can be quickly completed. Once you've completed a short lesson, it's motivating to keep going. Cons The one thing I don't like about Duolingo's language lessons is that they don't provide a conjugation table. Once you start learning different tenses it gets really hard to keep them all straight so having a conjugation table to refer to would be really helpful. Review Source Tanya D. President Retail Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Makes Learning Fun" August 21, 2025 5.0 Overall Duolingo is amazing as a fun way to learn a new language. Teaches stuff you would use out in the world. Pros Love this product, makes learning a new language fun and easy. Lots of good examples that you would use in real life. Cons What I like least is probably the cost. It can be a bit costly, but in the end I think that it is worth the cost. Switched from [Rosetta Stone Enterprise](https://www.capterra.com/p/210719/Rosetta-Stone-Enterprise/) Duolingo seemed like a cheaper and more fun alternative. Review Source JR Jessica R. Head AP, Fleet Manager Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Duolingo makes learning a language fun!" May 13, 2025 5.0 It has been an incredible experience and I am so glad I decided to give it a try. I am learning quickly and look forward to learning. The platform makes learning a fun challenge, a game you want to win. It does well with reviewing material, taking things at a reasonable pace. I have only been using for about 4 months and I have learned as much if not more than I did in my years of language classes in high school! Pros Duolingo makes learning fun, it turns the process into a game! I love the variety of personal challenges, friendly competitions, benchmarks and rewards. They offer different ways to learn, combining reading, writing, and speaking flawlessly. I have learned more language in 4 months with Duolingo that I did with a year of a personal tutor. Cons The free version plays like many pay to play games where you can only accomplish so much before you either have to make a purchase to move forward or wait a set amount of time. I did end up purchasing the year package to avoid these breaks in learning. Alternatives considered [Rosetta Stone Enterprise](https://www.capterra.com/p/210719/Rosetta-Stone-Enterprise/) Reason for choosing Duolingo Duolingo seemed more modern and caters to today's kind of learner. Switched from [Babbel for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/234859/Babbel/) Duolingo seemed like a more fun and engaging app. It was also more cost effective. Review Source BH Bahaa H. Planning Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Have fun and learn more with Duolingo." February 11, 2025 5.0 My experience was awesome and I learned French and really improved my English. Kudos Duolingo. Pros Duolingo is a fun and very effective learning platform. The fact that I can access or even do lessons on my phone makes Duolingo so magnificent. Learning different languages in one platform is so incredible,i highly appreciate it's existence. Cons I can now fluently communicate in French after using Duolingo. I can't complain. Switched from [Kahoot!](https://www.capterra.com/p/156399/Kahoot/) If you are playing the game and press a wrong answer you are not able to go back and change before the time is up. I really hated that. Review Source JD Juliet D. Language Learner E-Learning Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "OK, but won't make you fluent in another language." January 31, 2025 2.0 It's good to help you to get started and to really have a form of a digital immersive experience, but it is not enough. I do miss lessons and I don't think it is a path to true fluency. I think you still need a tutor to learn the language fully, but Duolingo does help and has its place as a filler or on-the-go learning. Pros There is a lot of repetition so you learn the vocabulary very well. The repetition also means that you learn which words are of the male or female form - where relevant (I'm learning Spanish). With the amount of repetition of sentences, the grammar of the language starts to become intuitive without being taught explicitly. Cons The gamification. It is not motivating for me. I actually find it a waste of time and irritating. I don't like that you are stuck at levels and can't manually progress. Switched from [Memrise](https://www.capterra.com/p/234180/Memrise/)[Rosetta Stone Enterprise](https://www.capterra.com/p/210719/Rosetta-Stone-Enterprise/)[Babbel for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/234859/Babbel/)[Mondly for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/192358/mondlyWORKS/) Babbel gets too complicated too quickly. Memrise is clumsy. Review Source Cassandra J. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Language fun learning " February 17, 2026 5.0 My overall experience is that Duolingo is great for classroom settings and foreign students to learn everyday live and communication Pros What I like most about Duolingo is that you can learn how to use and translate in another language learn skills and education development Cons Nothing I like least it's so great to learn and observe different ways of learning and understanding Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Student Education Management Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "More languages" February 20, 2026 4.0 Pros It has a wide coverage of all languages that I can choose from and on other hand it has other things that you can learn like math and chess. Cons While I am using free mode, therew are ads after each lesson and unlimited energy thius makes learning difficult. Review Source GJ Giedre J. Account Manager Hospitality Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great tool Duolingo" October 21, 2024 5.0 Great, enjoying a lot in my journey of learning the Spanish language. Pros It's a perfect tool to learn new language and it's skills Cons Some lessons repeat phrases and expressions used, but maybe it's a good thing as it ensures that the word is learnt, I don't really have a bad words to say about Duolingo as it's a great tool to learn Switched from [Org Dictionary](https://www.capterra.com/p/208532/Org-Dictionary/) I find it amazing to have the app on my phone and use it whenever I have a spare minute Review Source ZE Zeynep E. PhD candidate Higher Education Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The best supporter for a learner in a language learning journey" June 9, 2025 5.0 I have been using it for almost 2 years. I have a 636-day streak which ı never want to lose. I feel motivated with it. It always sends me notifications through either apps or mails. You never forget to study on it in that way. Pros It is very motivating. And now with its AI extension, it is more powerful than ever. You can just talk to it like a real life conversation. It is a good simulation and really authentic way of life. Cons The price for its AI version is pretty much compared to other LLMs. When considered that it only focuses on language learning, it could have been cheaper. Review Source NB Nathan B. HR Advisor Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "a beginners review" June 9, 2025 5.0 Overall, my experience with Duolingo has been positive. It offers a fun, accessible way to build vocabulary and reinforce language basics. The bite-sized lessons and gamified features make it easy to stay motivated and practice daily. Pros easy to use, rewards, can share and compare. quick to start, can do learning on the move using the app Cons One of the things I like least about Duolingo is its overemphasis on gamification. While the streaks, hearts, and leaderboards can be motivating, they sometimes distract from deep learning. Review Source SR Sebastien R. CAD Designer Automotive Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Duolingo Review" April 11, 2025 5.0 I really like too learn language with this app since 8 years Pros This is the most addictive learning language app that I've tested. I use it since 7-8 years and daily since 4 years. This is super useful ! you can learn a lot of fictional and real language, but also math and music !! The progression is growing super fast with the reward system. Cons I experience too much advertising, every two lessons or each lessons it's too much. Review Source SK Susan K. Employee Arts and Crafts Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Eight more paid Super Duolingo months that I cant access " February 24, 2025 1.0 Frustrating. Only a standard So Sorry response. ZERO LIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE PERSON.if you have a legitimate access issue, kiss that Duolingo bird GOODBYE Pros The paid version is so much better than the free version. No ads...no hearts to run thru and then have to wait a day to use it again. Cons Lack of Customer Support. It's not bad---- it DOESN'T EXIST. My paid yearly Super Duolingo account was on my phone-- that did a meltdown. I cant access my same paid account on my new phone. Ive contacted Customer Support for the SIXTH TIME in a month. No reply. I am 4 months into my 12 month subscription. I guess I am out of luck. Review Source SY Sabrina Y. Intern Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good source for reviewing and practicing languages" April 10, 2025 5.0 Pros Duolingo tracks your according to CEFR, which is helpful for gauging readiness for language proficiency tests. Cons Currently the content does not yet go up to the highest levels of CEFR. Review Source LA LISSETTE A. Junior Translator Translation and Localization Used the software for: 1-2 years ### " My experience learning with Duolingo" January 12, 2025 4.0 Useful, interactive and striking app to learn languages. In my opinion it teaches different languages in a basic level, sometimes the sentences are to standard, it would be better if it has some more “colloquial” teaching. Pros Friendly and interactive app for learning multiple languages in a funny way. The more lessons I complete, I can move forward in different divisions competing with other learners and friends. Cons I have to collect hearts or lives in order to continue a lesson. Any mistake is a life lost, therefore, once I run out of hearts I have to stop or do other tasks to get more. Review Source KA Kimberly A. Pharmacist Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Fun way words stick" May 5, 2025 5.0 Pros Addings a freshs course are no headache, jumpings from Spanishs to Korean in same morning works fine. Cons But notifications explode all day, push me hard to open the app and drown real phone alerts. Extra hearts and stories hide behind a paid wall, offline mode also fails to load lessons now and then. Review Source KP Kaylynn P. Learning and Development Operations Specialist Consumer Services Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Duolingo is great" January 8, 2025 5.0 The social element is great. you can support other learners with motivation and gaming elements to keep everyone going. This has made it more enjoyable. Pros Gamification is critical to learning. Having a point system where you can customize the owl or unlock lessons is motivating. Cons The app can be very navigational. Also, if you don't log on for a while, your account is removed, or at least that has been my experience. Review Source LS Lisa S. NA Internet Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Not great no customer service" January 25, 2025 1.0 After a year with it I’m not impressed at all. Pros Fun gamification learning environment. Cute but ultimately useless format. Cons App has issues like no sound on listening exercises. Words reviews continually repeats the same words with little advancement. There’s no support or customer service. Review Source MG Murali G. Archtiect Telecommunications Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Duolingo review" December 16, 2024 5.0 Overall, I am very happy with this app in learning new languages and music Pros This is an excellent app to learn new languages and also music. Best part is motivation to keep up the daily streak and every week jump to a new level. daily new words, Strongly recommend for those who like to learn a new language Cons Sometimes it can be a bit addictive to be on top of the list. Review Source SH Sophia H. Business Associate Semiconductors Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Duolingo is Like a Fun Game" October 28, 2024 5.0 Duolingo is the great tool for the new language leaners. Handy, Helpful and Fun! Pros Awesome software to learn and practice foreign languages. I have used this tool for practicing English and now I am using it for practicing Spanish. It is well worked on the phone so I can practice anything I want whenever and wherever I have a phone with me! Duolingo makes me feel like learning a language is a game, which keeps me interested in it. Cons I have had a really great time with Duolingo, no complaints! If you are satisfied with a free account, but feel you want to enjoy more features, I recommend you to try to use the Super Duolingo - which costs $7.99 per a month, $47.99 per a year! Totally worth it. Review Source rS rob S. learner E-Learning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great App theoretically but poor company support for any problem" March 10, 2025 2.0 Would not recommend due to lack of company support Pros easy to use. helps with vocabulary and some grammatical clues Cons no company support. If you have a bug no one will help solve the problem. My click to speak exercise stopped working and company does not respond to help requests Review Source IU Isa U. Manager Research Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Duo forces you to learn successfully." October 7, 2024 5.0 The only app that managed to keep me coming back to study a language. Very good at making me to open the app every day. Pros Very good at reminding and motivating me to do another class to extend my streak. Duolingo's ability to engage users must be studied as a great business case. Cons Some of their icons when a Duolingo becomes ill. You can design better. Review Source PL Paulina L. Teacher Education Management Used the software for: I used a free trial ### "great for before holidays " March 20, 2025 5.0 excellent way to learn languages and I use it before holidays to learn a little of the language of the country I am travelling to Pros A fantastic way to lear languages before travelling Cons without subscription you can only access a certain amount each day Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Related categories [Language Learning](https://www.capterra.com/language-learning-software/)[Learning Management System](https://www.capterra.com/learning-management-system-software/) ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.