Which French app suits you?
Four questions on your goal, budget, level and time. We'll point you to the best fit, even when that isn't us.
Answer all four to see your match.
How the ten compare
| Tool | Grammar | Vocabulary | Reading | Listening | Speaking | Free value | Polish & apps | Levels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SparkAI | A0 to C2 | |||||||
| Duolingo | Up to B2 | |||||||
| Babbel | A1 to C1 (according to Babbel) | |||||||
| Busuu | A1 to B2 | |||||||
| Memrise | Beginner to intermediate | |||||||
| Kwiziq French | A0 to C1 | |||||||
| LingQ | Best from A2 upwards | |||||||
| Pimsleur | Beginner to intermediate | |||||||
| italki | Any level | |||||||
| TV5MONDE | A1 to C1 |
Our opinion, scored on what each tool does in its own app or site. "Free value" is how far you can get without paying; "Polish & apps" covers design, stability and native phone apps. On a phone, scroll the table sideways.
Read the full guide to the best French learning apps and sites for what each one does well and where it stops. We make SparkAI, so we've tried to be fair to the others; check each provider's site for current prices.
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Questions
Which app is best for learning French?
It depends on what you want. For a complete free course from beginner to C2, try SparkAI; for a light daily habit, Duolingo; for speaking with a person, a tutor on italki; for reading, LingQ; for grammar gaps, Kwiziq; for learning by ear, Pimsleur. The quiz above weighs your goal, budget, level and time.
How does the quiz decide?
Each tool is rated on how well it serves each goal, what it costs to use properly, which levels it suits and whether it fits short or long sessions. Your answers weight those ratings, and the best fit wins, whoever makes it.
Should I use more than one app?
Often, yes. A structured course for grammar and vocabulary, plus something for listening or speaking, covers more than any single tool. Many learners pair a course with a tutor or with podcasts and videos.