{"id":267,"date":"2025-03-11T15:26:52","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T14:26:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/?p=267"},"modified":"2025-03-20T13:01:55","modified_gmt":"2025-03-20T12:01:55","slug":"duolingo-vs-busuu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/blog\/duolingo-vs-busuu\/","title":{"rendered":"Duolingo vs. Busuu: 1 Clear Winner \u2013 And It\u2019s Not Who You Think!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:8px\">Photo credit: \u00a9 Katrin Adam<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Duolingo vs Busuu: Which language course does a better job? We\u2019ve tested both solutions and compared them in this article. Who will end up with a higher score when all is said and done?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-nv-text-dark-bg-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);font-size:18px\"><summary>Table of Contents<\/summary>\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-duolingo-vs-busuu-a-quick-overview\">Duolingo vs. Busuu \u2013 A Quick Overview<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-duolingo-or-busuu-scope-and-features\">Duolingo or Busuu \u2013 Scope and Features<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-duolingo-vs-busuu-user-friendliness\">Duolingo vs. Busuu \u2013 User-Friendliness<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-duolingo-or-busuu-learning-approach\">Duolingo or Busuu \u2013 Teaching Approach<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-duolingo-or-busuu-motivation\">Duolingo or Busuu \u2013 Motivation<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-duolingo-vs-busuu-value-for-money\">Duolingo vs. Busuu: Value for Money<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-points-summary\">Points Summary<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#h-conclusion-duolingo-or-busuu-which-one-wins\">Conclusion \u2013 Duolingo or Busuu: Which One Wins?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-nv-text-dark-bg-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background is-style-default\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Short Verdict:<\/strong> We\u2019re leaning toward Busuu. Its learning concept is more robust and the active community is a real standout. But Duolingo also has its advantages!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/go\/busuu\"><strong>Try Busuu for Free<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-nv-text-dark-bg-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-duolingo-vs-busuu-a-quick-overview\">Duolingo vs. Busuu \u2013 A Quick Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"nv-cv-m wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-top is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2224\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tR-Blog-Duolingo-Logo-Lettering.jpg\" alt=\"Duolingo Logo\" class=\"wp-image-353\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Duolingo is famous for its cute mascot and loads of motivational elements -but howgood is its learning approach?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-secondary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-text-align-center wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/go\/duolingo\/\"><strong>Try Duolingo<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/blog\/duolingo-review\/\">Read our review<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">versus<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"934\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tR-Busuu-Logo-Lettering.jpg\" alt=\"Busuu Logo\" class=\"wp-image-366\" style=\"width:229px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu stands out thanks to its active community feature and a well-thought out, beautifully designed interface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-secondary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/go\/busuu\"><strong>Try Busuu<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"\/en\/blog\/busuu-review\">Read our review<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-similarities-where-duolingo-and-busuu-align\">Similarities: Where Duolingo and Busuu Align<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">If you go by their advertising alone, these two platforms might seem pretty similar. Despite notable differences\u2014and, ultimately, a clear winner\u2014they do share certain common ground. Both Duolingo and Busuu have apps and web versions that offer full functionality across devices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Each is pitched as a primary resource for learning a language. The emphasis is on mobile-friendly sessions you can fit into your every day. Both present a fairly well-structured learning path, and you can tackle topics in whatever order you prefer. They also let you learn for free &#8211; though some features are locked behind a premium tier on each app provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-differences-where-duolingo-and-busuu-diverge\">Differences: Where Duolingo and Busuu Diverge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Now let\u2019s look at what sets them apart. Although both aim to help you learn a language, they go about it differently. Duolingo focuses on learning via memorization, relying on a gamified challenge approach to keep you coming back each day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu, on the other hand, offers a more traditional strategy: structured grammar sessions paired with fitting exercises after. Its standout feature is a unique community aspect: you can interact with native speakers and fellow learners, which leads to more open-ended, creative conversations &#8211; and you get direct feedback from a human, too. That\u2019s a major plus!<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- wp:separator {\"opacity\":\"css\"} -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"15px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:cover {\"url\":\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/talkREAL-Sprachkurse-Testubersicht-800.jpg\",\"id\":28719,\"dimRatio\":50,\"focalPoint\":{\"x\":0,\"y\":0.47},\"minHeight\":400,\"customGradient\":\"linear-gradient(90deg,rgb(80,71,63) 50%,rgb(232,232,232) 100%)\",\"isDark\":false,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover aligncenter is-light\" style=\"min-height:400px\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgb(80,71,63) 50%,rgb(232,232,232) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-28719\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/talkREAL-Sprachkurse-Testubersicht-800.jpg\" style=\"object-position:0% 47%; position: absolute; z-index: -10; margin-left: -25em; filter: brightness(70%);\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"0% 47%\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container\"><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\",\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":32}},\"textColor\":\"nv-text-dark-bg\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-text-dark-bg-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-welcome-to-neve-this-is-a-hero-section\" style=\"font-size:32px; padding-top: 2em;\"><strong>\u2012 The Best Language Course of 2025 \u2012<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\",\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":23}},\"textColor\":\"white\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:23px\">We\u2019ve tested dozens of language courses\u2026<br>But only ONE takes the #1 spot!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:group -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:buttons {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"flex\",\"justifyContent\":\"center\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><!-- wp:button {\"className\":\"is-style-primary\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/blog\/mondly-review\/\"><strong>Show Me the Best Course<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:cover -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"15px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator {\"opacity\":\"css\"} -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-duolingo-or-busuu-scope-and-features\">Duolingo or Busuu \u2013 Scope and Features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Right now, Busuu provides 13 foreign languages for English speakers, including popular picks like Spanish as well as extras like Korean and Dutch. Duolingo offers 40+ languages right now, with some more niche options such as Hawaiian, Scottish Gaelic or Navajo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">The course features a colorful, playful learning path plus personalized reviews that target your frequent mistakes. Challenges, missions, and connecting with friends are at the core of the experience. Busuu stands out with a robust community feature, placement tests in almost every language, and a chance to earn official language certificates. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 <strong>Point for Both<\/strong> \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">While it may not be the heart of any course, having a clean, intuitive interface can save you from constantly tapping around. So, how do our competitors measure up when it comes to user-friendliness?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-duolingo-vs-busuu-user-friendliness\">Duolingo vs. Busuu \u2013 User-Friendliness<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Both platforms have attractive, well-organized interfaces. You won\u2019t get lost navigating either of them. Duolingo uses endearing yet not-too-kitschy illustrations. Busuu has more features and thus a touch more complexity, but still quickly becomes second nature after a short while. Neither one loses our good graces here either, so:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 <strong>Point for Both<\/strong> \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">A fancy design is nice, but let\u2019s get to the core: the learning method and how effectively it\u2019s implemented. Who stands out more in that department &#8211; Duolingo or Busuu?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-duolingo-or-busuu-learning-approach\">Duolingo or Busuu \u2013 Teaching Approach<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu (on the right) relies on a classic school-like model, mixing explanations of grammar with varied exercises. It also takes full advantage of its community, where you can assess and evaluate other learners\u2019 answers and receive feedback for your own in return as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"nv-cv-m wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tR-Blog-Duolingo-Exercise2.png\" alt=\"Duolingo Exercise Example\" class=\"wp-image-201\" style=\"width:378px;height:256px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"668\" height=\"463\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tR-Busuu-Exercise1.jpg\" alt=\"Buusu Example Exercise\" class=\"wp-image-303\" style=\"width:400px;height:255px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Duolingo (on the left) mainly follows a string of consecutive exercises that regularly introduce new vocabulary. Unfortunately, you won\u2019t find grammar explanations here, and sometimes you have to guess at unfamiliar words via process of elimination. That leaves room for improvement, so:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 <strong>Point for Busuu<\/strong> \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Even the greatest course is useless if you never feel motivated enough to open it. After a solid curriculum, motivation elements are crucial. Let\u2019s see how Duolingo and Busuu each excel at fueling your desire to learn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-duolingo-or-busuu-motivation\">Duolingo or Busuu \u2013 Motivation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">No other platform pushes learners to stay consistent quite like Duolingo does. You\u2019ll see daily reminders and missions, ongoing challenges, and leaderboards where you can compare yourself to others. You can also connect with friends and cheer on their progress or, alternatively, compete against them in a head-to-head race. It\u2019s bursting with gamification\u2014and it pays off.<\/p>\n\n\n<p><!-- wp:separator {\"opacity\":\"css\"} -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:cover {\"url\":\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/talkREAL-Blog-Sprachkurs-Rabatte-Cover.jpg\",\"id\":34076,\"alt\":\"Frau und Mann freuen sich \u00fcber Sprachkurs-Rabatte\",\"dimRatio\":70,\"overlayColor\":\"nv-dark-bg\",\"isUserOverlayColor\":true,\"minHeight\":400,\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover aligncenter\"><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-34076\" alt=\"Frau und Mann freuen sich \u00fcber Sprachkurs-Rabatte\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/talkREAL-Blog-Sprachkurs-Rabatte-Cover.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" style=\"position: absolute; z-index: -10; margin-left: -25em; filter: brightness(70%);\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-nv-dark-bg-background-color has-background-dim-70 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container\"><!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\",\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":32}},\"textColor\":\"nv-text-dark-bg\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-text-dark-bg-color has-text-color\" id=\"h-welcome-to-neve-this-is-a-hero-section\" style=\"font-size:32px; padding-top: 1.25em;\"><strong>\u2012 Language Course Discounts \u2012<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\",\"style\":{\"typography\":{\"fontSize\":23}},\"textColor\":\"white\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:23px\">Find the best <strong>discounts and exclusive coupons<\/strong> for top <br>language courses here!<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"25px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:group -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><!-- wp:buttons {\"layout\":{\"type\":\"flex\",\"justifyContent\":\"center\",\"orientation\":\"horizontal\"}} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons\"><!-- wp:button {\"className\":\"is-style-primary\"} -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/blog\/discounts-language-programs\/\"><strong>See All Discounts<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:button --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:buttons --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:group -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"25px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"align\":\"center\",\"textColor\":\"nv-text-dark-bg\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-text-dark-bg-color has-text-color\"><strong>+ + + Limited-Time Deals +++ Some Offers Expiring Soon +++ Don\u2019t Miss Out! + + +<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:cover -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"15px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:separator {\"opacity\":\"css\"} -->\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n<!-- \/wp:separator -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu gives you a daily study plan, plus ways to connect and interact with others. Depending on your subscription, you can earn official language certificates as well. However, if you struggled with motivation in a school-style setting, you may want more gamified features. Duolingo wins in that regard, so:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 <strong>Point for Duolingo<\/strong> \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, the price also matters. Even if a course is excellent, it should be reasonably priced for what you get. Let\u2019s see how Duolingo and Busuu stack up on cost-effectiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-duolingo-vs-busuu-value-for-money\">Duolingo vs. Busuu: Value for Money<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu\u2019s free tier covers most major features. For more customized content, prices start at $5,25 a month (yearly payment). The free version does not have any advertisements (except for Busuus own paid version, occasionally) and lets you complete the language course in its basic form as well as the community features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">Duolingo also has a free version, but it\u2019s cluttered with ads. The premium subscription removes ads and adds extra features, although it doesn\u2019t drastically change the core lessons. A single-person plan starts at about $6.99 monthly, while the family plan (up to six people) can work out to under $2 per month per person. Still, we feel Busuu gives you more bang for your buck and doesn\u2019t force ads on you, so:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size wp-block-paragraph\">\u2013 <strong>Point for Busuu<\/strong> \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve covered our five categories in detail. Now it\u2019s time to see the final breakdown of points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-neve-link-hover-color-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-neve-link-hover-color-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-points-summary\">Points Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"nv-cv-d nv-cv-m wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2224\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tR-Blog-Duolingo-Logo-Lettering.jpg\" alt=\"Duolingo Logo\" class=\"wp-image-353\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-nv-c-1-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scope<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong>User-Friendliness<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Motivation<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:6px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\">versus<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:15px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"934\" height=\"275\" src=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/tR-Busuu-Logo-Lettering.jpg\" alt=\"Busuu Logo\" class=\"wp-image-366\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-nv-c-1-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Scope<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>User-Friendliness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><strong><strong>Teaching <\/strong><\/strong>Approach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-nv-c-2-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Value for Money<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-nv-c-1-background-color has-background\" id=\"h-conclusion-duolingo-or-busuu-which-one-wins\">Conclusion \u2013 Duolingo or Busuu: Which One Wins?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">In this head-to-head comparison, Busuu finishes with a clear advantage of <strong>4:3<\/strong>, making it the winner. It shines thanks to its diverse exercises and an active community function. In our view, it offers one of the best executions of a traditional learning method in today\u2019s market. Duolingo\u2019s biggest strength lies in gamification\u2014so if you struggle to stay motivated, Duolingo can support you with daily challenges and plenty of fun extras.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">So, is Busuu automatically the right choice for everyone? We do recommend it, but not every course suits every learner. If you\u2019re wondering, \u201cis Busuu better than Duolingo?\u201d the simple answer is that it depends on your learning style. <a href=\"https:\/\/talkreal.org\/en\/best-language-programs\/\">Check out our Top 10 Language Courses<\/a> for even more possibilities\u2014there\u2019s something for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"nv-cv-d nv-cv-m wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/go\/busuu\"><strong>Try Busuu for Free<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-secondary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/en\/blog\/rosetta-stone-vs-busuu\"><strong>Check out Rosetta Stone vs. Busuu<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-nv-text-dark-bg-background-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\">No matter which language course you pick, the key is consistent use. 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