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24 alternatives to Academy X

Language learning platform, learn in context

Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. Academy X launched in 2024; newer entries below may have overtaken it.

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    An AI language tutor in your browser

    2023 · fluent.co · its alternatives →

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    CapWords▲135

    Learn a new language with AI-powered object recognition

    2025 · capwords.app · its alternatives →

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    Hey HN! I'm from Brazil and I created Term Typer to help my little brother learn other languages while practicing his keyboard typing skills. We've found it super helpful and fun. Feel free to try it out and let me know your thoughts and feedback. Thanks a lot!

    2024 · termtyper.com · its alternatives →

  4. 4LC

    Hey folks! I'm Callum, and I'm working on a way to practice a new language with an AI powered tutor. I've always found that the hardest part of learning a new language is finding someone to actually converse with. Even if a partner can be found, the pressure can mean that you are more focused on not making mistakes than on actually learning new grammar or vocabulary. The service that I have been working on allows you to practice with a language tutor via online chat messages, or you can have a turn-based voice conversation. I'm working on a number of other features that will be coming out…

    2023 · learnlingo.dev · its alternatives →

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    Your AI-powered personal typing tutor

    2017 · typingbolt.com · its alternatives →

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    Keysake▲253

    Learn English as you type Chinese

    Sep 2026 · keysake.ai · its alternatives →

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    Languify▲242

    Make every student & teacher feel like a superhero

    2023 · languify.in · its alternatives →

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    AvidX▲88

    AI English practice that helps you break through the plateau

    2023 · avidx.app · its alternatives →

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    AI powered language training app for the browser

    2023 · talkio.ai · its alternatives →

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    lwlnow▲167

    I’m thrilled to introduce lwlnow, a web app designed to assist language learners in enhancing their listening, vocabulary, and writing skills through dictation-based practice—a technique that is both versatile and impactful. Why we developed it: Most language apps focus on passive learning or game-like memorization techniques. However, true fluency emerges when you train your brain to understand native speech and respond accurately. Dictation stands out as one of the most effective yet underappreciated methods for skill-building: You listen to a native sentence. You type exactly what you…

    2025 · lwlnow.com · its alternatives →

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    Hi! Wanted to share the project I really wanted to have. TLDR; this app lets you create your own list of words and you get a Duolingo-like experience (kind of, still needs a lot of features) practicing those words in their context. My English is not the best but not the worst either. But I realized I can't boost it up after a certain level! In my belief, in order to truly learn a language, you need to be exposed to that language often. Vocabulary is the key factor here if you really want to improve in any language. My experience is that when I read a book to improve my English vocabulary, I…

    2025 · github.com · its alternatives →

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    Hi HN, Just wanted to share a tool i've been working on to help with my own study routine. It’s a browser extension called Lingoku. The idea is simple: we spend hours browsing the web in English every day. This tool replaces some of the english words with Japanese vocabulary based on your japanese level (Similar to Toucan, but with a better user experience). It’s basically an attempt to make the "i+1" method actually passive, you understand the sentence because it's mostly english, but you pick up Japanese words naturally from the context. It uses an LLM in the backend to make sure the…

    Dec 2025 · lingoku.ai · its alternatives →

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    Soofy▲79

    Practice with AI and advance your language learning

    2023 · bubble.io · its alternatives →

  14. 14IB

    Hello Hacker News, When learning foreign languages, I made the most progress by speaking them throughout the day, every day. So I made a site where you can *speak* to an AI language teacher to practice both listening and speaking. # The product *What I have now:* * Multilingual speech recognition: You can ask a question in English and get an answer in your target language. * Feedback on your grammar. * Suggestions: See examples of what to say next to keep the conversation flowing. * Speed: Choose a lower speed for beginners or a faster one for advanced levels. * Translations: Click to see a…

    2023 · gliglish.com · its alternatives →

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    Turn anything into a language lesson, instantly

    2022 · roshi.ai · its alternatives →

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    Lexios▲76

    Learn vocabulary effortlessy while browsing the web

    2021 · its alternatives →

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    Reader Mode is a powerful online reading toolkit that lets you read, highlight, annotate, bookmark and research better and without distractions

    2019 · readermode.io · its alternatives →

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    Advanced language learning using audio paragraphs

    2020 · speakyreads.com · its alternatives →

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    Blank page to perfect sentence – AI guides your start.

    2025 · learninhere.com · its alternatives →

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    Introducing AI speaking partner and exam preps features

    2024 · avidx.app · its alternatives →

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    Turn English learning into confident speaking

    2020 · redfoxeducation.com · its alternatives →

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    Learn English with AI, Reading, Listening, and Practice

    Jun 2026 · apps.apple.com · its alternatives →

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