Babbel
Self-study course appsStructured courses with speech recognition and AI conversation practice
- Format
- Self-study app (structured courses)
- Free option
- First lesson of every course
Alternative to Duolingo, Rosetta Stone
Language app alternatives to Rosetta Stone
Last updated · 7 options
Quick answer: There are 7 language app options here. Babbel and Duolingo are listed first; compare format, free option and languages for how you want to learn.
Long-running immersion course app. Here are 7 language app options, listed.
Duolingo
Self-study course appsBite-sized, game-style lessons with a free tier
- Format
- Self-study app (game-style lessons)
- Free option
- Yes, free to learn
Alternative to Babbel, Rosetta Stone
italki
Live tutors and classesMarketplace for 1-to-1 lessons in 150+ languages
- Format
- Live tutors (1-to-1)
- Languages
- 150+
- Free option
- Free practice and level test
Alternative to Babbel, Rosetta Stone
Lingoda
Live tutors and classesLive online classes with certified teachers, 7-day free trial
- Format
- Live classes (certified teachers)
- Free option
- 7-day free trial
Alternative to Babbel, Rosetta Stone
Mango Languages
Self-study course apps70+ languages, free through many libraries
- Format
- Self-study app (conversation-based)
- Languages
- 70+
- Free option
- Free via participating libraries
Alternative to Rosetta Stone, Babbel
Pimsleur
Audio and speakingAudio-first courses in 50+ languages, with offline learning
- Format
- Audio course
- Languages
- 50+ for English speakers
- Free option
- Free lesson
Alternative to Babbel, Rosetta Stone
Preply
Live tutors and classesOnline tutors on app and web, with a free tutor swap
- Format
- Live tutors (1-to-1)
- Free option
- Free swap if not satisfied with a tutor
Alternative to Babbel, Rosetta Stone
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FAQ
Is there a language app alternative to Rosetta Stone?
Yes. LanguageAlts lists 7 options: Babbel, Duolingo, italki, Lingoda, Mango Languages, Pimsleur and Preply.
Related categories: Self-study course apps · Live tutors and classes · Audio and speaking
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