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TalkberryMost similar to Preply in what it does, its category and its price.
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SpeakPalHas a free plan, rated 3.8 out of 5. Preply has none.
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LingoStar AIFrom $13/mo, the lowest starting price here.
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BoldVoiceRated 4.2 out of 5 in our review, against 4.2 for Preply.
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At a glance
Green means better than Preply, red means worse. Prices are starting prices per month.
| Tool | Our rating | Starts at | Free plan | Best for | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 PreplyBaseline | 4.2 | Not listed | No | Human tutors stay the core product; AI supports them rather than replacing them | |
| Talkberry | 3.3−0.9 | $9.99/mo | No | AI language tutor for speaking practice, with scenario-based conversations and feedback on grammar and pronunciation. | vs Preply |
 Langotalk | 3.7−0.5 | $19.99/mo | No | AI language tutor that remembers past sessions and adapts lessons across 20-plus languages. | vs Preply |
 Leya AI | 3.6−0.6 | Not listed | No | English speaking coach built around ten-minute daily practice sessions | vs Preply |
 Univerbal | 4.0−0.2 | Not listed | No | Speaking practice with an AI tutor across 100 scenarios, corrected as you go. | vs Preply |
| LingoStar AI | 3.2−1.0 | $13/mo | YesPreply has none | Practice real voice or text conversations on any topic with an AI that adapts to your level - phoneme-level pronunciation feedback included. | vs Preply |
 Languate | 3.4−0.8 | Not listed | No | Builds language practice around what you are actually studying, rather than following an app's fixed curriculum. | vs Preply |
| BoldVoice | 4.2Same | Not listed | No | Accent training that pairs Hollywood dialect coaches with instant AI feedback on pronunciation, stress and clarity, rated 4.8 across 5M+ downloads. | vs Preply |
| SpeakPal | 3.8−0.4 | Free | YesPreply has none | Real-world conversation practice across 30+ languages with pronunciation coaching and a Teen Safety Mode with parental controls. | vs Preply |
The alternatives in detail
In order of how closely each one matches Preply.
Talkberry
3.3$9.99/mo
vs Preply−0.9
AI language tutor for speaking practice, with scenario-based conversations and feedback on grammar and pronunciation.
- Scenario-based speaking practice with AI conversation partners
- Feedback on grammar, sentence structure and vocabulary
- Pronunciation feedback and progress tracking
Clear plan pricing and a stated 30-day money-back guarantee
Homepage figures (25 languages, 50K+ learners, 95% success) are unsupported and differ from Product Hunt
Langotalk
3.7$19.99/mo
vs Preply−0.5
AI language tutor that remembers past sessions and adapts lessons across 20-plus languages.
- Persistent memory of past sessions and recurring mistakes
- Conversational practice across 20+ languages
- Contextual, real-time error correction
Session memory differentiates it from stateless chatbot-based language apps
No permanent free tier beyond the 7-day trial
Leya AI
3.6Not listed
vs Preply−0.6
English speaking coach built around ten-minute daily practice sessions.
- Conversational speaking practice with an AI coach
- Ten-minute daily session structure
- Pronunciation and fluency feedback
Removes the scheduling friction of a human conversation partner
No published pricing on the site
Univerbal
4.0Not listed
vs Preply−0.2
Speaking practice with an AI tutor across 100 scenarios, corrected as you go.
- 100-plus conversation scenarios
- Real-time correction with explanations
- Personalised study plans across CEFR A1 to C2
Removes the speaking anxiety that stalls most intermediate learners
Pricing tiers do not render figures on the page
LingoStar AI
3.2$13/mo
vs Preply−1.0Free plan
Practice real voice or text conversations on any topic with an AI that adapts to your level - phoneme-level pronunciation feedback included.
- Voice or text conversations on any topic in English, Spanish, or French
- Real-time suggested corrections and translations while chatting
- Phoneme-level pronunciation feedback compared to native speakers
Phoneme-level pronunciation analysis is more precise than typical app feedback
Only three languages supported (English, Spanish, French)
Languate
3.4Not listed
vs Preply−0.8
Builds language practice around what you are actually studying, rather than following an app's fixed curriculum.
- Custom exercise plans built around your own topics
- Speaking, listening, reading and writing coverage
- AI feedback on practice attempts
Targets the gap fixed-curriculum apps structurally cannot fill
Early access - expect changes and rough edges
BoldVoice
4.2Not listed
vs PreplySame
Accent training that pairs Hollywood dialect coaches with instant AI feedback on pronunciation, stress and clarity, rated 4.8 across 5M+ downloads.
- Instant AI feedback on pronunciation, stress and clarity
- Video lessons from working Hollywood dialect coaches
- Targeted drills for the specific sounds you get wrong
Combines real expert instruction with AI feedback rather than choosing one
American English only - no British, Australian or other target accents
SpeakPal
3.8Free
vs Preply−0.4Free plan
Real-world conversation practice across 30+ languages with pronunciation coaching and a Teen Safety Mode with parental controls.
- AI conversation practice across 30+ languages
- Real-time pronunciation and accent coaching
- Instant grammar correction during conversation
Explicit Teen Safety Mode with parental controls, unusual for this category
Certificates are informal, not a substitute for recognized language credentials
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Preply free?
Preply does not list a free plan. Check its pricing page for current plans.
What is the best free alternative to Preply?
SpeakPal is the highest-rated alternative here with a free plan (3.8 out of 5). Other free options: LingoStar AI.
What is the cheapest alternative to Preply?
Among paid plans, Talkberry has the lowest starting price (from $9.99/mo). If you need it free, start with SpeakPal.
How did you pick these alternatives?
We match tools on what they do, their category and their price, using the details in our directory. Ratings come from our reviews and reader reviews.