Busuu: Language Learning 4+

Worth the cost

Only offer a free trial on initial sign up so take it and try it to try all features (otherwise you’ll get stuck at lesson 2-3 like I did), but the content is great, the pacing is great. They don’t just let you tap on the translation like some other apps when you get stuck and they’ve already taught you it a few times which makes you actually learn it not just fall into the well I can just use this to fall back on. It has revision for words that it identifies you are struggling with (and you can make your own lists). The year subscription price includes access to all 12 languages unlike some other apps. They say the speakers in the app are native speakers and the French course I’m doing definitely seems so (which will be much better for my accent when speaking French) and the microphone seems accurate when picking up my pronunciation, including not always accepting what I’ve said until it concludes I’m more accurate in the way I’m emphasising certain vowels etc.

I have nothing but positives to say about it. At least try the free trial, or even the free version for the first few lessons and decide for yourself.

My honest opinions:

I’ve used Duolingo, Drops, Memrise, Babbel and other language learning apps. None of them have been as effective and addicting as Busuu. Busuu is unique in that it’s community focussed- allowing its users to connect with each other, all sharing their advice, corrections and support. Yes, the app costs money, but if you’re serious about learning a language (and you have the funds), it’s a worthwhile investment. Honestly, just try out Busuu. Without paying, you can complete a few elementary lessons in your chosen language and check out the community features. If you’re anything like me, you’ll love getting feedback from others and returning the favour! I’ve learnt so much with this app in just two short days! Their German course is fantastic. The app uses algorithms to determine what vocabulary and grammar you are needing to practise. Other language learning apps don’t appear to do this so well. Anyways, thanks for reading my long rant. I definitely recommend this app to anyone wanting to learn a language, and of course the only reason I don’t give it five stars is because 1. It’s expensive. 2. It uses stock images and footage for the most part. Thanks and good luck on your learning journey!

Developer Response ,

Hi Mitch!

Thank you so much for your kind feedback ❤️❤️❤️

We're happy to see that you're enjoying learning with Busuu.

Good luck with your further studies!

All the best,

Busuu Team

Favourite app

Although the free version is riddled with ads, the fact that their IS a free option to work through the course is amazing. It’s a small price to pay, even if you can’t stand the ads and don’t want to pay, they offer a free trial, after activating mine I found myself on the app everyday for long periods of time. Now that the free trial is up i’m looking at their membership and its great to see theyre running a massive 50% off discount on their anual membership! They also have referrals for 30days of membership fee free, that’s pretty awesome, but I think im going to try and hold out to see if they’ll do a lifetime subscription sale, this app is in my top 3 for language learning, I would prefer a one and done payment. I think the interface could be visually more appealing (im a fan of night mode, bright white is a little much for me)and the worksheet exercises could use some adjustments, but the community aspect is great. I find the content of the course to be great, engaging, and I like the way it teaches, esp grammar. S Tier app.