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Duolingo Max alternatives
The closest alternatives to Duolingo Max are Speak, Microsoft Copilot and NotebookLM, which also cover studying with an AI tutor. 4 of the 5 listed here can be used for free, including Microsoft Copilot and NotebookLM. The lowest paid plan starts at $4 per month (Khanmigo).
- Alternatives
- 5
- Free options
- 4
- Updated
- Nov 2026
Closest first: ordered by how many of Duolingo Max's tasks each tool shares, then by popularity.
- 1
SpeakVerifiedFree trial
AI language app that helps English speakers build spoken fluency through guided conversation practice.
Also does:Studying with an AI tutor
iOS · Android
- 2
Microsoft CopilotVerifiedFree tier · from $9.99/mo
An AI assistant for everyday and work tasks, with chat, search, drafting and image creation.
Also does:Studying with an AI tutor
Web · Windows · Mac · iOS · Android
- 3
NotebookLMFree tier · from $9.99/mo
Google's AI notebook that grounds every answer in your uploaded documents, PDFs and audio files with source citations.
Also does:Studying with an AI tutor
Web · iOS · Android
- 4
ChatPDFVerifiedFree tier
Upload a document, ask questions in plain language, and get answers with page citations.
Also does:Studying with an AI tutor
Web
- 5
KhanmigoVerifiedFree tier · from $4/mo
An AI tutor and teaching assistant from Khan Academy for students, teachers, and parents.
Also does:Studying with an AI tutor
At a glance
| Tool | Pricing | Free | Platforms | API | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duolingo Max | Paid | No | — | No | — |
| Speak | Free trial | No | iOS, Android | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Microsoft Copilot | Free tier · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, Windows, Mac, iOS, Android | No | Nov 3, 2026 |
| NotebookLM | Free tier · from $9.99/mo | Yes | Web, iOS, Android | No | — |
| ChatPDF | Free tier | Yes | Web | Yes | Nov 4, 2026 |
| Khanmigo | Free tier · from $4/mo | Yes | — | No | Nov 4, 2026 |
Common questions
- What is the best alternative to Duolingo Max?
- Speak is the closest match: it also covers studying with an AI tutor. Microsoft Copilot and NotebookLM come next. Alternatives are ordered by how many of Duolingo Max's tasks they share, then by how popular they are.
- Is there a free alternative to Duolingo Max?
- Yes. Microsoft Copilot, NotebookLM and ChatPDF can be used for free. Microsoft Copilot has a free plan, and paid plans start at $9.99 per month.
- What is the cheapest alternative to Duolingo Max?
- Among paid plans, Khanmigo starts lowest at $4 per month.
- Which Duolingo Max alternatives have a mobile app?
- Speak, Microsoft Copilot and NotebookLM have an iPhone or Android app.