Duolingo Pricing 2026: Free, Super, Max, and Family—The Complete Guide

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August 28, 2026

Duolingo Pricing 2026: Free, Super, Max, and Family—The Complete Guide

Duolingo is free to use, but the limitations of this version can sometimes become apparent once the lessons become a habit. A Duolingo Super subscription removes the main interruptions, Duolingo Max adds conversation features, and the Family plan lets multiple users join together.

These three plans aren't designed to meet the same needs. To choose the right one, you should consider their prices, of course, but also how you use Duolingo.

How much do Duolingo subscriptions cost in France?

To make it easier to compare offers, annual rates are converted to their monthly equivalents. Payment is still made in a single lump sum for the year, unless a monthly payment plan is offered directly at the time of sign-up.

No.|Plan|Monthly Price|Annual Payment|Included Accounts
1|Super Duolingo|About €9.25/month|€110.99/year|1 account
2|Duolingo Max|About €15/month|€179.99/year|1 account
3|Super Duolingo Family|About €10.25/month for the group|€122.99/year|Up to 6 accounts

These amounts correspond to the rates offered for annual payment (August 2026). Variations may occur depending on promotions or offers displayed in your account.

The difference between the Super and Super Family plans is actually quite small on a group-wide basis. For about one euro more per month, the family plan can cover up to six people instead of just one.

Super Duolingo: Learn Without Interruptions

Super Duolingo is designed for people who use the app regularly and are primarily looking to make their experience more convenient.

The package includes, among other things:

ad-free lessons
unlimited lives
additional review exercises
a personalized training center
challenges that are more easily accessible
additional production-run gels

The course content remains similar to that of the free version. Super doesn't turn Duolingo into a private lesson: it mainly removes the obstacles that can slow down or interrupt a session.

At about €9.25 per month with annual payment, this plan is ideal for someone who is learning on their own and doesn't want to manage a group.

Duolingo Max: For More Conversation Practice

Max builds on the features of Super and adds AI-powered functions. The goal is to make interactions feel more like a real conversation.

Depending on the languages and courses available, Max provides access to, among other things:

video calls with Lily
role-playing games
interactive conversations
more detailed feedback after certain exercises
personalized explanations

At about €15 per month with annual billing, Max costs significantly more than Super. This difference may be justified if you actually use the conversation exercises.

If your main goal is to remove ads and avoid being blocked during your lessons, the Super plan is usually sufficient. The Max plan becomes more relevant when speaking practice and role-playing exercises play a significant role in your learning.

You can find the main differences in the overview of Duolingo Max and its conversational features.

Super Duolingo Family: Up to Six Separate Accounts

Duolingo Super Family costs about €10.25 per month for the entire group, with an annual payment of €122.99.

The plan includes up to six Super accounts. Each person uses their own login credentials and retains:

its languages
its progress
his daily show
its objectives
his friends
his statistics
his learning history

So there is no shared account that members have to take turns using. One person can practice English while another learns Spanish or Japanese.

Which Duolingo plan should I choose?

Choosing the right subscription plan depends less on the number of features available than on how you use the app.

Choose "Super" if you're learning on your own

Super is a good fit if you exercise regularly but don't need the AI features offered by Max.

It's the easiest way to remove ads, enjoy unlimited lives, and take classes without interruption.

Choose Max if you actually use the chat feature

Max might be a good option if you want to practice speaking more and work on situations that are closer to real life.

Before subscribing, however, make sure that the Max features are available for the language you're studying. Their availability may vary depending on the courses and devices.

Select "Super Family" if there are several of you

As soon as two or three people want to use Super, the Family plan becomes a particularly attractive option. Its monthly price is similar to that of the individual plan, while allowing you to add up to five additional people.

Can you share Duolingo Family?

Yes. The name of the plan might suggest that it's only for people in the same household, but Duolingo also lets you invite other people.

The Family Plan operates on the basis of individual invitations. Each participant joins the group with their own account.

So you can form a group with:

your family members
your spouse
friends
roommates
other people interested in Duolingo

Sharing does not require sharing a password. The administrator simply sends an invitation link.

How do I invite someone to Duolingo Family?

The administrator manages the group from their Super dashboard.

To add a person:

Open your subscription management
View the member list
Select the option to add a user
Send the link via email, text message, or instant messaging
The guest opens the link and logs in
Her account is part of the Family Plan

The invited person can use an existing account. They will then be able to access their progress, languages, and usual series.

How do I share Duolingo with Spliiit ?

Spliiit allows the " Owner " to offer its available seats and other users to join an existing subscription.

Do you have any unused tickets?

If you already own Super Duolingo Family:

Log in to Spliiit
Suggest a new subscription
Choose Duolingo
Indicate the number of available seats
Wait for another subscriber to join your group
Send him his Duolingo invitation

Never share your personal login information. The co-subscriber joins your plan using their own account.

💡 You can offer your subscription on Spliiit if there are still spots available.

Would you like to join a program?

If you don't want to pay for the full plan upfront, you can join a group through the marketplace.

Owner will then send you an invitation. Accept it using your Duolingo account to keep your progress.

If you're already paying for Super or Max, turn off auto-renewal and wait until the current period ends before joining a new group. This will prevent you from having two subscriptions at the same time.

Duolingo's guide to sharing on Spliiit walks you through all the steps.

Is the free version enough?

Yes, especially if you're just starting out or if you use Duolingo only occasionally. The courses are still available without a subscription.

The difference is more noticeable when you practice for a long time or several times a day. Ads and the limitations of the free version can then disrupt your flow.

Before you pay, just ask yourself:

How often do you use Duolingo each week?
If the ads really bother you
if you plan to practice for several months
if other people would like to join your subscription
if you plan to use Max's additional features

It's rarely worth choosing Max if you're not interested in the conversational features. Similarly, a Family plan with several unused spots loses much of its appeal.

What do Duolingo users think?

Duolingo has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on nearly 798,000 reviews. Users especially appreciate the game-like format, the short exercises, and the motivation provided by the daily challenges.

The criticism is mostly directed at the limitations of the free version. Ads and the life system can interrupt long sessions, which explains the appeal of Super.

Max is more of a mixed bag. Its conversation features may be useful, but they don't necessarily justify the price difference for someone who mainly uses traditional lessons.

Frequently Asked Questions About Duolingo Pricing

How much does Super Duolingo cost per month?

The "Super" plan costs about €9.25 per month with an annual payment of €110.99.

How much does Duolingo Max cost per month?

Max costs about €15 per month with an annual payment of €179.99.

How much does Super Duolingo Family cost?

The plan costs about €10.25 per month for the entire group, with an annual payment of €122.99.

How many people can join the Family Plan?

The plan can include up to six accounts: the manager's account and five guest accounts.

Should you share your password?

No. Each member receives an invitation and uses their own login credentials.

Do members have to live together?

No. The manager may invite family members, relatives, or friends.

Does each member retain their progress?

Yes. Courses, languages, series, and statistics remain linked to each user's personal account.

"Super Famille" remains the most attractive option for many

Super is ideal for someone who mainly wants to eliminate interruptions. Max adds conversational features, but it’s more expensive. Super Family is the best choice when multiple users want to share the subscription.

If you don't want to sign up for the full plan on your own, check out the Duolingo spots available at Spliiit.