Duolingo
Master new languages with gamified, personalized learning.
At a glance
Price not confirmed · Source review 2026-10-24- Price & billing
Free $0. Super ~$12.99/mo monthly, annual ~$83.99-$95.99/yr; Family ~$119.99/yr (6 members); Max ~$29.99/mo where offered. Prices vary by store/region. Checked 2026-10-24.
- Free allowance
Free $0.
- Best suited to
Beginners and casual learners who need a daily habit: gamified lessons, streaks, and leaderboards that make 15 minutes a day stick.
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What to know before choosing
Good fit
Beginners and casual learners who need a daily habit: gamified lessons, streaks, and leaderboards that make 15 minutes a day stick.
Limits and trade-offs
The mobile energy system caps free daily use — free feels like a trial on phones (desktop web has no energy limit); Duolingo Max availability is uncertain (the CEO said in August 2026 it might be reti
Plans and free allowances
Free $0. Super ~$12.99/mo monthly, annual ~$83.99-$95.99/yr; Family ~$119.99/yr (6 members); Max ~$29.99/mo where offered. Prices vary by store/region. Checked 2026-10-24.
Evidence
Official website ↗ (reviewed 2026-10-24)
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Dates: Last reviewed 2026-10-24. Last reviewed is the latest source or editorial review date; it is not a content-change date.
A closer look at Duolingo
Duolingo is a gamified language-learning app with 40+ language courses. The free tier covers all lessons with ads and a daily energy limit on mobile; Super removes ads and the energy cap; a Family plan covers six members.
Editorial guidance based on published documentation. The workflow below is a suggested starting point, not a measured product result.
When to choose Duolingo
- Beginners and casual learners who need a daily habit: gamified lessons, streaks, and leaderboards that make 15 minutes a day stick.
- Learners who want Stories and podcasts for listening practice across many language courses, including a Family plan.
When to choose something else
- Learners who need deep grammar instruction, real conversation practice, or advanced-level content
- anyone frustrated by the mobile energy cap on the free tier.
A practical starting workflow
- Take the placement test, do short daily lessons to protect your streak, use Stories and podcasts for listening, and review mistakes — consistency matters more than session length.
- Review the output and adjust inputs based on results.
- Review the output and adjust inputs based on results.
Check before committing
- The mobile energy system caps free daily use — free feels like a trial on phones (desktop web has no energy limit); Duolingo Max availability is uncertain (the CEO said in August 2026 it might be retired); prices vary between web, App Store, and Google Play; and it teaches vocabulary and habits, not fluency.
- Pricing and feature availability may change; confirm current terms on the official website before committing.
Common questions
Is Duolingo free?
Yes. Every course is free with ads and a daily energy limit on mobile. Super removes ads and the energy cap but adds no extra lessons.
How much is Super Duolingo?
Super lists around $12.99/mo monthly or roughly $84-$96/yr annually; Family covers up to 6 members around $120/yr; Max was reported near $29.99/mo where offered. Prices vary by store and region.
Can Duolingo make you fluent?
No. It is excellent for building a daily habit and vocabulary, but reaching fluency needs conversation practice, grammar study, and real input beyond the app.
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Sources and checks
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