The 8 best learning apps in 2026
Our pick: The best learning app in 2026 is Khan Academy (9.2/10), followed by Duolingo and Anki.
Learning apps are easy to start and hard to stick with. We rank language apps, flashcard tools and course platforms on how well they actually teach, how they keep you practising without manipulating you, what the free version includes and how they handle learners' data.
Khan AcademyFree nonprofit lessons in math, science and more
9.2
Most private
Anki8.8 overall
Best design
Duolingo9.0 overall
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Khan Academy9.2
Free nonprofit lessons in math, science and more 9.20 -
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Duolingo9.0
Bite-size language lessons that turn practice into a game 9.00 -
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Anki8.8
Open-source flashcards powered by spaced repetition 8.80 -
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Brilliant8.6
Interactive, hands-on lessons in math, science and coding 8.60 -
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Babbel8.4
Structured language courses built around real conversations 8.40 -
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Quizlet8.2
Flashcards, practice tests and study games for any subject 8.20 -
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Coursera8.0
University and industry courses, certificates and degrees 8.00 -
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Speak7.9
AI speaking practice that gets you talking from day one 7.90
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What is the best learning app in 2026?
Khan Academy is our top pick, with an overall score of 9.2 out of 10. Khan Academy is the best free learning resource you can install. Clear videos and mastery-based practice cover math from arithmetic to calculus, plus science, economics, grammar and computing. It is run by a nonprofit, so there are no ads and no core lessons behind a paywall. The catch is a school-like format that can feel dry for adults. Get it for yourself or your kids.
What is the best free learning app?
Khan Academy is also the best option you can use for free. Yes, all courses, videos and practice exercises are free and funded by donations. Khanmigo, the AI tutor, is free for teachers and a paid add-on for learners and parents.
Which learning app is best for privacy?
Anki has the highest privacy score in this category at 9.5 out of 10.