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Preply alternatives: 5 apps ranked by verified data

Facts checked Oct 25, 2026AppBreakup editorialHow we rank

Common reasons people leave Preply: subscription model is less flexible than pay-per-lesson, and quality depends on the tutor. We ranked 5 alternatives by how directly each one replaces Preply, then by reviews, real visits and how recently each app's facts were checked against its own website. italki currently ranks first.

Quick comparison

#AppPricingOpen sourcePlatformsVerified factsScore
1italki logoitalkiPaidNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 366.5
2Cambly logoCamblyPaidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 462.6
3Lingoda logoLingodaPaidNoWeb, iOS, Android4 of 459.6
4Promova logoPromovaFree plan + paidNoWeb, iOS, Android3 of 357.2
5Speak logoSpeakPaidNoiOS, Android, Web4 of 455.3
  1. italki logo

    1. italkiTop pick

    Best for: Learners who want flexible, pay-per-lesson tutoring in almost any language

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    66.5

    score / 100

    Why switch from Preply

    Pay per lesson with no subscription, and many cheap community tutors.

    Pros

    • Pay per lesson with no subscription
    • Huge range of languages and tutors
    • Cheap community tutors for conversation

    Cons

    • Quality varies by tutor
    • Scheduling across time zones takes effort
    • Costs add up with frequent lessons
    Visit italki Compare with PreplyDetails and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.3100
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is italki a good Preply alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Teachers
    20,000+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026italki.com(opens source in a new tab)
    English tutor prices
    $4 to $60 per hour
    Checked Oct 25, 2026italki.com(opens source in a new tab)
    30-minute English lesson
    Typically $4 to $10
    Checked Oct 25, 2026italki.com(opens source in a new tab)
  2. Cambly logo

    2. Cambly

    Best for: English learners who want to talk to a native speaker whenever they have time

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    62.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Preply

    Instant English conversation practice without booking.

    Pros

    • Tutors available 24/7 with no booking needed
    • Native English-speaking tutors
    • Cheaper small-group option

    Cons

    • English only
    • Many tutors aren't trained teachers
    • Subscription by minutes can be costly
    Visit Cambly Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.387
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Cambly a good Preply alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Small groups
    From $17/month (discounted from $24)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cambly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Private lessons
    From $39/month (discounted from $56)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cambly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Availability
    24/7
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cambly.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Tutors
    Native English speakers
    Checked Oct 25, 2026cambly.com(opens source in a new tab)
  3. Lingoda logo

    3. Lingoda

    Best for: Learners who want structured, teacher-led classes on a CEFR curriculum

    PaidWeb, iOS, Android

    59.6

    score / 100

    Why switch from Preply

    Small group classes on a structured curriculum.

    Pros

    • Consistent curriculum and certified teachers
    • Group or private classes
    • Plans can be paused or changed

    Cons

    • Only a handful of languages
    • Group class times can fill up
    • More expensive than apps
    Visit Lingoda Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.377
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Lingoda a good Preply alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    7 days (3 group classes or 1 private)
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lingoda.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Money-back guarantee
    14 days, minus classes taken
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lingoda.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Teachers
    Certified, native-level
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lingoda.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Flexibility
    Cancel, pause or change anytime
    Checked Oct 25, 2026lingoda.com(opens source in a new tab)
  4. Promova logo

    4. Promova

    Best for: Adult English learners who want a personalised plan plus optional human tutors

    Free plan + paidWeb, iOS, Android

    57.2

    score / 100

    Why switch from Preply

    App-based course with optional human tutors.

    Pros

    • Personalised daily plan based on your goals
    • AI tutor feedback after sessions
    • Human tutors and group classes available

    Cons

    • Only about a dozen languages
    • Full course needs a subscription
    • Upsell prompts can feel pushy
    Visit Promova Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.369
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Promova a good Preply alternative?

    Verified facts

    3 of 3 verified
    Languages
    12
    Checked Oct 25, 2026promova.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Lessons taken
    46 million
    Checked Oct 25, 2026promova.com(opens source in a new tab)
    AI tutor
    Feedback after every session
    Checked Oct 25, 2026promova.com(opens source in a new tab)
  5. Speak logo

    5. Speak

    Best for: Learners who want frequent, private speaking practice with an AI tutor

    PaidiOS, Android, Web

    55.3

    score / 100

    Why switch from Preply

    AI speaking practice between tutor sessions.

    Pros

    • Lots of speaking practice from day one
    • Instant feedback on pronunciation and grammar
    • Low-pressure practice without a human audience

    Cons

    • Only a handful of languages
    • Subscription required after the trial
    • AI feedback can miss nuance
    Visit Speak Details and reviews
    How this score is calculated
    Editorial fit ×0.363
    Reviews ×0.363
    Clicks (90 days) ×0.150
    Freshness ×0.1585
    Votes ×0.150

    0 counted reviews, 0 up and 0 down votes. Full formula

    Is Speak a good Preply alternative?

    Verified facts

    4 of 4 verified
    Free trial
    7 days
    Checked Oct 25, 2026speak.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Pricing
    Paid subscription after trial
    Checked Oct 25, 2026speak.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Languages
    Korean, Japanese, French, Spanish, Italian, English, Chinese
    Checked Oct 25, 2026speak.com(opens source in a new tab)
    Downloads
    15M+
    Checked Oct 25, 2026speak.com(opens source in a new tab)

The best Preply alternative for…

The highest-ranked app in this list for each need.

italki logo

Best Preply alternative for most people

italki

Pay per lesson with no subscription, and many cheap community tutors.

Promova logo

Best Preply alternative for a free plan you can upgrade

Promova

App-based course with optional human tutors.

Cambly logo

Best Preply alternative for iPhone and Android

Cambly

Instant English conversation practice without booking.

Lingoda logo

Best Preply alternative for working in the browser

Lingoda

Small group classes on a structured curriculum.

Preply alternatives: common questions

What is the best alternative to Preply?

italki ranks first right now. Pay per lesson with no subscription, and many cheap community tutors. Cambly and Lingoda follow it in our ranking.

Is there a free alternative to Preply?

Yes. Promova (free plan + paid) has a free option. Check each app's verified facts for current plan limits.

Is there an open-source alternative to Preply?

None of the 5 alternatives in this list is open source.

Why do people switch from Preply?

The complaints we hear most: subscription model is less flexible than pay-per-lesson; quality depends on the tutor; prices vary widely.

How is this list ranked?

Every app is scored with the same published formula: how directly it replaces Preply, reviews (weighted by verification), visits from AppBreakup, how recently its facts were checked against its own website, and reader votes.