Comparison
Japanese SenSei vs Duolingo
Gamified vs Personal
Duolingo is the world's most popular language app with gamified lessons. It's great for getting started, but its Japanese course lacks depth for serious learners.
$14/mo (Super) vs $7.99/mo (SenSei Pro)
| Feature | SenSei | Duolingo |
|---|---|---|
| AI teacher with personality | ||
| Proactive daily messages | ||
| Voice conversations | ||
| Photo-based teaching | ||
| FSRS spaced repetition | ||
| JLPT curriculum (N5-N2) | ||
| Roleplay scenarios | ||
| Structured lessons | ||
| Gamification (XP, leagues) | ||
| Multiple languages |
Our honest take
Choose Duolingo if you want to casually try many languages. Choose Japanese SenSei if you're serious about Japanese and want a personal teacher, not a game.
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