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Pimsleur

Audio-first, classroom-style lessons across 51 languages make Pimsleur the best app for getting your mouth moving fast. Ideal for commuters and auditory learners who want to speak, not just read.

Pros
  • 51 languages available — widest selection of any tested app
  • Full-length audio lessons work perfectly for commutes
  • Strong pronunciation and speaking focus from day one
  • Pairs well with grammar-focused apps like Babbel
Cons
  • Expensive subscription compared to competitors
  • Limited reading and writing practice
  • Passive listening format can feel slow for some learners
Why we recommend it

If your goal is to open your mouth and say something coherent in a new language within weeks, Pimsleur gets you there faster than anything else. Reddit's conversational learners consistently recommend it first.

Reddit user

Pimsleur is good for getting me speaking. Michel Thomas/Language Transfer is good for basic grammar and is the quickest so I will do that before.