Life & fun · alternatives · 2026
24 alternatives to Duals
Speak a language or forget it
Below are 24 products that do a similar job, ranked by how close each is in meaning and then by launch-day votes. Duals launched in 2022; newer entries below may have overtaken it.
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Actually learn a new language without any of the fuss
2024 · airlearn.com · its alternatives →
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Hi HN, For over two years I've been working on an App to learn languages (currently French, Italian and Spanish), together with my partner, a language teacher. I think it is finally ready to share with this community! The idea is to introduce vocabulary and grammar whilst you read eBooks in your own language. I've found that it is easier to remember vocabulary 'in context' and with regular repetition. Plus you don't have to carve out dedicated time for language learning. Other apps require you to build a habit around various exercises or ‘games’, whereas lots of people already read books.…
2024 · glossarie.app · its alternatives →
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LangLime▲289A language learning app that doesn’t actually suck
Oct 2025 · langlime.com · its alternatives →
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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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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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Lingo Champion▲108Acquire languages on the go from the news, videos etc.
2025 · lingochampion.com · its alternatives →
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