Duolingo Max vs SmallTalk
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Premium Duolingo tier that adds AI features like Explain My Answer and Roleplay conversations, available for select courses and platforms.
AI speaking practice and assessments for English learners and hiring teams with CEFR aligned oral tests API integration and pay per test pricing suitable for scale.
Feature Tags Comparison
Key Features
- Explain My Answer gives instant grammar and usage feedback
- Roleplay simulates conversations with adaptive prompts
- Integrated with normal lessons and streak progress
- Available on select languages and primarily iOS first
- Supports speaking and listening drills with feedback
- Works offline for core lessons with sync later
- AI speaking partner: Realistic dialogues and targeted feedback on pronunciation fluency and grammar for continuous improvement
- CEFR aligned oral tests: Standardized tasks and scoring mapped to global levels for comparable hiring and training results
- Actionable reports: Transcripts audio and error highlights so coaches and managers see strengths gaps and next steps
- API and webhooks: Integrate invitations results and analytics into ATS LMS or custom systems for automation
- Remote proctoring options: Identity checks timing and recording help maintain test integrity and candidate trust
- Scenario libraries: Job interview retail hospitality and healthcare prompts that match common workplace needs
Use Cases
- Drill grammar with step by step explanations after mistakes
- Practice conversation in a safe AI dialog before travel
- Prepare for placement tests with targeted Roleplay sessions
- Build confidence answering tricky listening prompts
- Supplement classroom learning with tutor style feedback
- Maintain streaks while getting deeper corrections
- Self directed practice for learners preparing for interviews visas or study abroad with immediate feedback
- High volume candidate screening where standardized tasks reduce recruiter time while protecting quality
- Employee upskilling programs that track improvement against CEFR and highlight coaching priorities
- University placement and exit testing with consistent levels across cohorts and terms
- Customer support hiring where speaking accuracy and tone are critical at scale
- Healthcare and retail assessments that mirror real dialogues and capture soft skill signals
Perfect For
language learners students travelers and professionals who want AI supported feedback and conversation practice inside Duolingo
learners recruiters l and d teams universities and BPO HR leaders who need scalable speaking practice and objective CEFR aligned assessments with simple pricing and integrations
Capabilities
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