Learning

Brilliant vs Duolingo

An honest comparison to help you pick the right learning tool for your startup.

Our Verdict

Brilliant is our pick, but Duolingo has its strengths

Brilliant is our recommendation for most founders. Duolingo is a solid alternative.

Brilliant

Brilliant

Paid

Interactive STEM courses. Math, science, CS through problem-solving, not lectures. Learning by doing, beautifully designed.

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Duolingo

Duolingo

Freemium

Gamified language learning. Green owl guilt trips you into daily practice. 40+ languages, surprisingly effective.

Read full Brilliant review | Read full Duolingo review

Comparison

FeatureBrilliantDuolingo
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CategoryLearningLearning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brilliant better than Duolingo?

Brilliant is our recommended pick in this category. Brilliant is paid and Duolingo is freemium, which may factor into your decision.

Is Brilliant free?

Brilliant is a paid tool with no free tier.

What are alternatives to Brilliant and Duolingo?

Other popular alternatives in this category include Udemy, Skillshare, Codecademy, edX. Each has different strengths depending on your stage and needs.

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