Busuu

Vorteile

I love that I have the option to learn more than one language, also I like the tests and quizzes for each lesson.

Nachteile

It just needs a free trial with full access before purchasing any price plan.

Vorteile

Despite having a small number of languages, busuu's content is of extremely good quality. The program is well-made and expertly executed. Busuu is one of the best free language learning applications, but the premium version offers many benefits at a reasonable price.

Nachteile

The classes are merely lazily translated versions of the same content.

Vorteile

I like that there is also a community so you can talk to people that speak the language that you want to learn or your native language -to correct or help people who are learning it-.

Nachteile

I don’t like the platform, it can be very confusing and I don’t like the excessive use of stock photos. Also I tried to learn a language that uses a different alphabet (Russian) and the people corrected me with that alphabet when I was only starting so I didn’t understand anything.

Vorteile

We all love good apps and services that help you practice languages, but the thing I love the most about Busuu is the interaction with other actual native people, something that doesn't have any other app I know. The cources are complete and you can get certifications from McGraw-Hill.

Nachteile

I think this is the first time I have nothing to complain about a product.

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Vorteile

My first user impression on using Bus is how well structured it is. Everything for language learning is perfectly organized and offers a lot of flexibility in how I learn Spanish. I took the placement test at the start which fitted me in the right step. I am able to schedule lessons to fit my daily routine. What I like most is the interactive material and video of local Spanish speakers

Nachteile

The program is relatively cheaper with a longterm subscription but a bit expensive on a month to month premium subscription. I found that I am able to do more with the basic/free Duolingo than Busuu.

Vorteile

Its comprehensive learning path, engaging lessons, track report, and goal setting feature. The placement test to know where you should start.

Nachteile

Three main issues:
1. Sometimes, questions in a lesson do not help with understanding. For example, you have to choose between WILL and IS GOING TO, but Busuu corrects the syntax instead.
2. Non-native speakers. I understand that English does not belong to one variety of English; however, for learning purposes, only native speakers of English should be used in the program.
3. Corrections (community). Poor correction skills can lead learners to make mistakes. Corrections should be reviewed.

Vorteile

The thing I enjoy the most is the easy sequence of lessons that makes you master the content and master the language in all respects

Nachteile

I did not like that the evaluation of exercises did not receive much attention among the other learners, so I hope that a reward system will be developed to encourage them to evaluate

Vorteile

I used the free version and it was pretty cool. The user interface is nice. I like that the lessons are interactive, and engaging.

Nachteile

Their subscriptions for premium service are billed upfront, but the ads say otherwise...that's not fair.
Few times, I encountered some glitches...the app is nice anyway.

Vorteile

I love that they offer live 1-to-1 lessons or group classes.

Nachteile

Wish they had more language options like Korean

Vorteile

The exercises repeat to ensure that you learn words and phrases. The interface is clean and easy to use

Nachteile

The number of languages is fairly limited compared to others, however it has the popular ones that you need.

Vorteile

La funzionalità più importante di Busuu è quella di aiutarti a studiare bene una lingua straniera con esercizi semplici, correzioni e mettendo a disposizione una community di utenti interessati a te e all'apprendimento. Punto di forza di questa app è che mette a disposizione un cocktail frizzante di informazioni, utilità e praticità allo stesso tempo.

Nachteile

Il piano di abbonamento potrebbe essere un problema per utenti di fascia medio bassa.

Vorteile

A existência de uma comunidade de pessoas nativas do idioma que você quer aprender e aperfeiçoar é excelente. Ajuda muito a aprender vocabulário e pronuncia. As avaliações ao final de cada nível ajudam a consolidar o que foi aprendido.

Nachteile

Por vezes há repetição excessiva de alguns tipos de exercícios. Poderiam ter maior variedade.

Vorteile

The fact that the courses are carefully selected and act according to a certain level encourages you to be more disciplined and more educational.

Nachteile

Sometimes the excitement of the lesson is gone. And it needs to be more stimulating.
Unlike other language courses, it may cost a little

Vorteile

People from all over the world and speakers of several languages can be found in Busuu. People who speak the language we want to learn become our friends. These friends have a lot to teach us. For example, in some exercises we write short texts or make sound recordings.Our errors are corrected by our friends. They assist us in properly speaking and writing.

Nachteile

We learn succinct sentences through the software. I wish the sentences were longer. There aren't any stories on the app, which is a problem because I'd like to read some in the language we're studying. and also we can't talk to friends I 'd like to talk to my friends on app

Vorteile

The interaction with other students.
You can help others learning your native language and be helped to learn a new one.

Nachteile

The customer service.
I didn't use this app for 6 month and stopped my subscription before the renewal but it didn't work.
Still, the customer service wanted to charge me for another year.