Side by side
| Feature | Duolingo | Symbolab |
|---|---|---|
| What it does | Free, gamified language courses (plus chess and math) with short daily lessons personalized by AI for self-learners. | AI math solver that gives step-by-step solutions to algebra, trigonometry, and calculus problems for students and learners. |
| Price from | not listed | not listed |
| Free plan | trial | ? |
| Platforms | web, ios, android | web, chrome |
| API | not stated | not stated |
Duolingo: key features
- Short, bite-sized lessons in many languages
- Gamified progress with points, levels, and streaks
- AI-personalized lessons matched to learner level and pace
- Reading, writing, listening, and speaking exercises
- Duolingo English Test for certifying English level
- Chess and math courses
Symbolab: key features
- Step-by-step solutions for algebra, calculus, and trigonometry problems
- Graphing tool for plotting functions and equations
- Geometry solver and shape drawing
- Worksheet generator for various subjects
- Practice exercises with progress dashboard
- Chrome extension to snip and solve problems on any website
FAQ
Is Duolingo or Symbolab better?
It depends on the job - compare prices, free plans and features in the table above.
Are Duolingo and Symbolab free?
Duolingo: There is a free trial. Free basic courses; the page offers a 1-week free trial of the paid tier. Symbolab: The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.