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ABCmouse vs Duolingo
Both stand on apps for kids. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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ABCmouse combines a broad early learning curriculum with personalized Learning Paths and progress syncing. The free Basic plan is limited, and mobile access requires the app rather than a mobile browser.
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Duolingo combines language learning with chess and math lessons, plus practice and review tools. A free plan is available, while the listed trial information is inconsistent.
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| ABCmouse | Duolingo | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web, Windows | Android, iPhone, Mac, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | ABCmouse Premium Annual: $45 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 8 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Duolingo |
| Website | abcmouse.com | duolingo.com |
| On apps for kids | #1 of 28 | #2 of 28 |
ABCmouse: what it does well
- Covers six listed subject areas.
- Offers more than 13,000 learning activities.
- Learning Path progress syncs across app and desktop browser.
- Free Basic plan allows 10 activities per day.
- Teacher tool includes class management and digital homework.
What to know first
- Basic plan is limited to one child profile.
- Mobile web browsers are not supported.
- Premium annual price renews at $59.99 per year plus tax.
Duolingo: what it does well
- Free plan available
- Offers 40 languages
- Lessons adapt to learner level and pace
- Offline lessons and speech practice
- Available on Android, iOS, macOS, and web
What to know first
- Free trial length is listed differently: 14 days in pricing note, one week in plan
- No price is listed for the free trial
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