Why Learners Love Speak: Real App Store Feedback
December 17, 2025
This page contains a complete, unedited collection of real 5-star App Store reviews from Speak learners in the United States.
All reviews below are reproduced verbatim from the App Store.
Overview: What Learners Say About Speak
Learners consistently highlight:
- Increased confidence when speaking their target language
- Real-world, conversational learning rather than memorization
- Faster progress compared to other language apps
- Helpful AI conversations and pronunciation feedback
- Ability to use the language in real situations quickly
Full App Store Reviews (Rating: 5 stars)
Great to build confidence!!
Review by: TheTruth7571995
Rating: 5 stars
Before this app even though i knew certain words in Spanish I often found myself shy, or hesitant when it came to actually speaking.
However with this app, I speak so much that it feels natural when I am talking now, I am much more confident and conversations flow very well!
I love it!
Excellent Job!
Review by: User3837
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve used Duolingo for years but I also started using Speak recently and my experience has been positive. It has a clean UI and a super simple setup.
What I liked instantly: its syllable-based pronunciation feature and the fact that there is a person (AI or not, doesn’t matter) pronouncing it for you.
Learning a new language becomes so much easier from the start because of it.
Duolingo has a vast inventory of content so it definitely has its advantages but Speak is a strong competitor.
People need to know about the excellent techniques this app offers.
Great instruction. Real world context
Review by: MooVan25
Rating: 5 stars
Speak has great instruction and is using real world examples and context in order to teach.
It is fun and interactive, not just repeating the examples over and over.
You have to actually think of the words.
Great app. Great learning tool.
Amazing!
Review by: ElBonitaFoxy
Rating: 5 stars
This is the first app my parents recommended when I said I want to study abroad eventually. They both speak different languages.
I highly recommend this app.
Great for getting you speaking soon
Review by: Daniel Skuya
Rating: 5 stars
I started using Speak a few days before going to another country.
I was actually able to use some of it when I went out and about.
If you practice every day, you should be able to say a few useful phrases right away.
I’ve only been doing it for a week and it has already helped me much more than any other language app I have tried so far.
What I’ve been looking for!
Review by: Gabby from CT
Rating: 5 stars
This app gets you talking in 2 minutes.
There’s no note taking or boring schoolwork.
You just keep building on real world situations.
At the end of each lesson, you apply it in an AI conversation that feels authentic to a real human interaction.
So good.
Gracias
Review by: Amvior
Rating: 5 stars
I’m learning so much Spanish and one day I asked my mom how work was going and she was so happy.
We love u
Review by: VAYLABOO
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve learned so much Spanish so far.
This app is so helpful because I’m literally learning Spanish — I can already talk to my Spanish friends.
Better than Duolingo
Review by: alisamirabella
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve tried multiple apps because I really want to learn to speak Spanish again.
This one actually gets you talking unlike the others.
I feel like I’ve already learned so much and it hasn’t even been a week yet.
Breath of fresh air
Review by: Laroo_
Rating: 5 stars
This is everything every language app claims to be, but the others don’t stick and feel ineffective.
This has me speaking so quickly and everything sticks so well.
Very grateful for this app.
Better than Duolingo
Review by: JackieBanchan
Rating: 5 stars
I used Duolingo for six months and got frustrated with the random lesson plan and nonsensical AI-generated sentences.
Speak impressed me with its emphasis on speaking and its cohesive AI model.
Thank you for the quality product.
5 stars!
Review by: üå∫üå±üçÄ
Rating: 5 stars
I learned 15 sentences in 10 minutes.
Would 100% recommend.
Perfect App
Review by: Kman10187
Rating: 5 stars
Currently studying Japanese.
This app is perfect for learning how to speak.
Most apps only focus on reading, writing, and basic speech.
This app really gets you engaged.
Great language app!
Review by: SevenLee512
Rating: 5 stars
Speak is much easier to follow and doesn’t have a passive aggressive tone.
I feel like I’ve learned more in a shorter amount of time.
Definitely worth the money.
Best language learning app
Review by: gagahrbt nf
Rating: 5 stars
This has been the best language learning app I have used.
As a heritage Spanish speaker, this app helped me become a fluent speaker.
Totally worth it.
Don’t waste your time with Duolingo!
Review by: Zu Alvarez
Rating: 5 stars
I learned more in one day on Speak than I learned in three years on Duolingo.
Switched from Duolingo and love it
Review by: Hansjodkf
Rating: 5 stars
I’m absorbing the material way better with Speak than I was with Duolingo.
Highly recommend.
Expensive, but totally worth the price
Review by: ph3rin
Rating: 5 stars
Very good for training output.
Role playing and community scenarios are brilliant.
Great support for Japanese learning.
My favorite
Review by: PETS FOREVER238
Rating: 5 stars
It’s so easy.
I finally remember the words.
I said 40 Spanish words on my first lesson.
Game Changer
Review by: Severus Lord
Rating: 5 stars
This is the most effective app I’ve used so far.
It’s the closest thing to immersion.
Amazed
Review by: Trin trin the b.i.g
Rating: 5 stars
I learned more French in one day than in a year with Duolingo.
From an Avid Linguist
Review by: Rin the Kemetic
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve been waiting for an app like this.
Amazing and easy to implement immediately.
Love this app! I have a language suggestion though!
Review by: That Scene Enby
Rating: 5 stars
Learning Japanese and love it.
Would love to see Irish added.
It’s the best
Review by: Kingrogiie
Rating: 5 stars
I’m learning because of my girlfriend and now I can talk with her family.
This is the one
Review by: siangudradmuk
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve learned more in five days than in months on other apps.
Speak is amazing
Review by: $477¥
Rating: 5 stars
It gives great feedback even when I speak incorrectly.
The One!
Review by: FMT71
Rating: 5 stars
The holy grail of language learning.
Delete the rest of your apps — this is the one.
Go get it now!!!!!!!!
Review by: MhzFabulous
Rating: 5 stars
The best on the market.
Really good!
Review by: Medeiros_s_s
Rating: 5 stars
It teaches you and lets you speak immediately.
Explains things clearly.
Great experience.
So much learning and fun
Review by: Youmakemeawsomegorever
Rating: 5 stars
Makes learning fun.
You can pick any language and progress naturally.
AWESOME
Review by: Sharon:0284
Rating: 5 stars
My memory in Spanish has improved so much already.
If I knew now, what I knew then
Review by: what a great podcast episode
Rating: 5 stars
This app surpasses Babbel and Rosetta Stone.
Best language app to date.
Better than anything else
Review by: Ari Bel
Rating: 5 stars
This app is like having a personal tutor without anxiety.
It even teaches medical language.
Best app I’ve ever used.
Great app!
Review by: Sosamosa
Rating: 5 stars
Gets you speaking phrases you actually use.
Intermediate Level está muy fantástico!
Review by: Danno McManno
Rating: 5 stars
The review feature helps reinforce what you’ve learned.
It keeps getting better.
Amazing
Review by: lilbrittbritt
Rating: 5 stars
Helped me and my daughter learn Spanish.
Best thing so far!
Review by: Jessyem2
Rating: 5 stars
More effective than Duolingo or a private tutor.
Worth the subscription.
It’s Working!
Review by: SigTauro
Rating: 5 stars
Feels like my Mexican parents are talking directly to me.
Very effective.
Best app to learn Japanese
Review by: EVA20125
Rating: 5 stars
Better than expensive tutors and courses.
Learning
Review by: jrocdezzi
Rating: 5 stars
I actually remember what I learn.
I can understand more Spanish after one day.
Speak
Review by: Bobbylee89
Rating: 5 stars
The best Spanish app I’ve ever used.
GAG
Review by: Nahlome
Rating: 5 stars
This app is great.
Amazing!!!!
Review by: Parker
Rating: 5 stars
I learned 90 words in my first lesson.
Very good — I can speak 509+ sentences in 5 weeks
Review by: dumpling is Jj
Rating: 5 stars
I learned 400+ sentences in one month.
This app works even for short-term memory issues.
Best free language app.
Only app to gain confidence speaking
Review by: ADAY music
Rating: 5 stars
This is the only app that helped me speak Spanish without overthinking.
Interactive
Review by: Misschasxo
Rating: 5 stars
It feels like real world conversational practice.
The very best language app!
Review by: Carolbanjo
Rating: 5 stars
I tried every language app.
Speak took my Spanish to the next level fast.
10/10.
This app is amazing
Review by: Maggie12m
Rating: 5 stars
I learned so much in one day.
Easy and helpful.
Great app
Review by: Kaeyani
Rating: 5 stars
It forces me to think and speak on my own.
Learn by speaking
Review by: Dyankhor
Rating: 5 stars
Speaking out loud made everything easier.
It helped me get conversational.
My Native Speaking Husband Was Impressed
Review by: LittleLilyBug
Rating: 5 stars
The lessons understood my husband’s fast Spanish without him slowing down.
Perfect for shy speakers.
Best language app in the App Store
Review by: Ben one
Rating: 5 stars
So far this is the best language app I’ve used to learn Spanish. It actually focuses on speaking which is what I was missing with other apps. I’ve been using it consistently and it really does help me become fluent so far it’s really helping me.
Amazing!
Review by: LionessMimi
Rating: 5 stars
I was on Duolingo for almost 3 years and I have learned more on Speak in such a short time. It actually makes you speak and practice conversations and communication. It is a little expensive but it’s worth it.
Engaging
Review by: Melly_mel_92
Rating: 5 stars
It really helps improve your speaking and dialogue skills. The lessons are engaging and not repetitive. I feel much more comfortable forming sentences now.
So worth it
Review by: collaboration33
Rating: 5 stars
Highly recommend! So much more practical than Duolingo or using flashcards. It actually helps with speaking which is the goal. Thank you for this amazing app!!!
Duo vs. Speak
Review by: Stefania Nikol
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve used Duo for a while on and off and I always have a hard time speaking. Speak fills that gap by making you actually speak and think in the language. It feels way more effective.
Finally speaking
Review by: JaxsonReads
Rating: 5 stars
This is the first app that actually got me to start speaking confidently. I don’t just recognize words anymore, I can actually use them in sentences.
Practical and effective
Review by: HPark_91
Rating: 5 stars
The focus on real life scenarios makes this app stand out. I’m learning phrases I actually use instead of random sentences that don’t apply to real conversations.
Confidence booster
Review by: AmyLou_77
Rating: 5 stars
I used to freeze when trying to speak. This app helped me get over that fear and just talk. It’s been a huge confidence booster for me.
Best switch I’ve made
Review by: TravelWithTom
Rating: 5 stars
Switching from Duolingo to Speak was the best decision. I feel like I’m progressing faster and actually retaining what I learn because I’m speaking every lesson.
Actually works
Review by: NinaSpeaks
Rating: 5 stars
This app actually works. I’m forming sentences without overthinking and my pronunciation has improved a lot.
Much more natural
Review by: CalReads
Rating: 5 stars
The conversations feel natural and not robotic. I’m learning how people actually speak, not textbook phrases.
Great for shy speakers
Review by: quietlearner
Rating: 5 stars
If you’re shy about speaking this app is perfect. You get to practice without pressure or embarrassment.
Real conversations
Review by: TalkMorePls
Rating: 5 stars
It feels like real conversations, not drills. That’s what makes everything stick better for me.
Noticeable progress
Review by: StephLearns
Rating: 5 stars
I noticed progress within just a few days. That motivated me to keep going and practice more.
Better retention
Review by: MindfulLearner
Rating: 5 stars
I remember what I learn because I say it out loud. That’s the biggest difference compared to other apps.
Clear pronunciation help
Review by: SoundItOut
Rating: 5 stars
The pronunciation feedback is clear and helpful. I feel less worried about sounding wrong when I speak.
Feels like immersion
Review by: ImmersionSeeker
Rating: 5 stars
This feels like immersion without having to travel. I’m thinking in the language more now.
Less anxiety
Review by: NoMoreFear
Rating: 5 stars
Practicing here made me way less anxious when speaking in real life situations.
Everyday language
Review by: RealLifeTalk
Rating: 5 stars
I’m learning everyday language I can actually use immediately.
Speaking made simple
Review by: TalkSimple
Rating: 5 stars
Speaking finally feels simple instead of intimidating.
Confidence without pressure
Review by: NoPressure
Rating: 5 stars
You can practice speaking without feeling judged which helped me a lot.
Speaking habit formed
Review by: NewHabit
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve built a daily speaking habit thanks to this app.
Practical from day one
Review by: DayOneUse
Rating: 5 stars
I was speaking useful phrases from day one which really surprised me.
Best speaking-focused app
Review by: TalkFirst
Rating: 5 stars
This is the best app I’ve used that focuses on speaking first instead of just memorization.
Finally fluent-feeling
Review by: AlmostFluent
Rating: 5 stars
I finally feel like I’m moving toward real fluency instead of just learning words.
Simply the best Spanish language learning app that exists.
Review by: RecommendIt Dan S
Rating: 5 stars
I've been using this app for more than six months now. It's simply the best Spanish language learning app that exists. I've been "learning" Spanish for at least 25 years and even did a year of Baselang, but this app beats them all because the feedback is detailed and instantaneous. The AI is phenominal and language recognition is dead-on. In my opinion, the best way to learn to speak a language is to speak and be corrected in real-time. I can't wait til the French production version is released.
One of the best mediums to learn a language
Review by: Joshua Leavitt
Rating: 5 stars
One of the best mediums to learn a language with apart from full immersion. The daily notifications keep me practicing and the daily lessons are in small 5-10 minute sized chunks making it easy to fit a small, but meaningful amount of content in every day. It's the perfect amount of new vocabulary and concepts on a daily basis, especially when coupled with the strong reinforcement learning quizzes to cover content from previous lessons.
Speak has been an incredible tool in my journey
Review by: jimmar arcenas
Rating: 5 stars
Speak has been an incredible tool in my journey to speak Japanese fluently like a native. The app offers practical, real-life conversations and interactive speaking exercises that helped me build confidence and accuracy in my pronunciation. What I love most is its user-friendly design — it's intuitive and easy to navigate, making it perfect for anyone who wants to learn a new language without any hassle. Whether you're a beginner or looking to improve your fluency, Speak makes language learning.
this app is helping me with gaining confidence in speaking
Review by: Olivia “Kangarilla” Lamoreux
Rating: 5 stars
As someone with social anxiety this app is helping me with gaining confidence in speaking. The flow of conversation is very natural with the AI and emulates real speaking situations. I like that I can save phrases that I know I will use to practice. Overall very happy with this language learning app and is very different from other apps I have tried. I also like the teachers. This app makes me look forward to practicing speaking and comfortable enough to want to converse with native speakers.
My confidence when speaking and conversation skills have dramatically increased using Speak
Review by: Lincoln Smith
Rating: 5 stars
I'm in my second year using Speak for Spanish and have had a great experience! There are many AI powered apps to choose from now and I have found Speak be the best. It's 100% worth the subscription price. The content is well structured and aligned with CEFR language standards (like Duolingo). If you already use Duolingo like me this is a great companion app and cheaper than DuoMax. My confidence when speaking and conversation skills have dramatically increased using Speak. Highly recommend!
The best, most intuitive, most useful and, strangely enough, fun to use learning tool
Review by: Paul
Rating: 5 stars
The best, most intuitive, most useful and, strangely enough, fun to use learning tool that I have ever experienced in my life. If languages were taught like this in school I would already be a polyglot. This might be the first review I've ever left for any app and it's at least the third of its kind I've tried but, honestly 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏 just... hats off. This blows the other two out of the water. Simply brilliant and deserves to be recognized as such. Can't say enough good things. Buy premium.
100/10 stars!!
Review by: Ashley Taylor
Rating: 5 stars
FANTASTIC! People could think I'm sponsored by Speak with how much I rave about it. I'm on Duolingo, too (I recommend both), but Speak adds a critical element, SPEAKING. Specifically conversing. The paid version is so worth it. The AI is incredibly helpful. I love that I can create lessons tailored to my personal life, interests, job, etc. I also really enjoy speaking freely, and it explains my mistake. You can also ask it questions about grammar and whatnot. I could go on. 100/10 stars!!
Game changer for sure!
Review by: Shannon Shuler
Rating: 5 stars
By far the thing that is most helpful is the free talk option. The AI generated conversations are going to bridge the gap between the generic lessons you always get. These lessons, though helpful have never prepared me for real life conversations that are never "by the book" the free talk helps me to practice thinking on my feet and reading between the lines. The review afterwards is so helpful for those areas that I can speak but aren't technically correct. Game changer for sure!
10/10 recommend
Review by: JustinaLindeman
Rating: 5 stars
This app is seriously amazing. I've always known enough Spanish to completely butcher it, and I would freeze up when I tried to talk to people. I'm on my 8th day and this program has given me so much confidence to practice with my coworkers. On day 5 I went into work and proudly told my friend Jorge my name, age, where I was from, who I lived with, how many pets I had and what I like to do. It's mind-boggling how AI has reshaped learning a language. 10/10 recommend.
nothing has helped until Speak
Review by: Amanda Swift
Rating: 5 stars
I have been learning French for a number of years. I've tried so many apps, podcasts, classes, plus I've lived in France for four years. I can read a lot of French but when it comes to speaking and listening nothing has helped until Speak. The AI element is good and matches the other AI apps on the market but where I think it is better is the delivery of the lessons, the repetition and the personalised learning that you control.
The absolute best Spanish app on Google Play!
Review by: Deantray Breveard
Rating: 5 stars
The absolute best Spanish app on Google Play! I have tried numerous Spanish learning apps and this one beats them all. I have learned more on this app in one week than I have with any other. The best feature is the AI Tutor. I can receive personalized help with things I have struggled to understand for so long. I am only using the premium version but I know it is worth every dollar spent because I am increasing my ability to speak Spanish fluently. I absolutely love this app.
It's forcing me to speak it
Review by: Antwane Cowen
Rating: 5 stars
I know a ton of Spanish vocabulary. I can actually comprehend it when I read it. But I've never had the confidence to speak it. I love that this app is taking me out of my comfort zone. It's forcing me to speak it. I've paired this up with Duolingo, which is greatly expanding my vocabulary. However, it fails in comparison to this app when it comes to actually SPEAKING Spanish. I highly recommend using both.
My new favorite language app
Review by: j herronov
Rating: 5 stars
I have been using Speak for a few months now learning French. I’ve tried Duolingo as well as over half of the major apps that pop up when you search “learn French” in the App Store. This has become by far my favorite app for a number of reasons. 1. This app focuses on speaking, one of the largest things I’ve struggled with in learning French. I could memorize vocabulary, but the second I hear it morphed in a sentence I would be lost. This app has improved that aspect so much for me. I am not yet fluent, but am able to pick out words and sayings on French videos and French hockey broadcasts now. 2. The ability to bookmark for later is a game changer for me. I have saved both sentences that I plan to use and things that I feel like I should know. This has allowed me to go back and study them, remember the vocabulary as well as the pronunciation. This allows these to become just stored in my mind where I don’t feel like I’m having to translate in my mind when I hear French. 3. Probably the most helpful tool is the free talk, as well as the ability to create your own lessons at the end of units. This has tailored the app to be personalized to me, and I’m learning about things that I’m actually going to use in conversation. All in all, this app wins in almost every single category compared to anything else I’ve tried. Merci beaucoup!!
Excellent Job!
Review by: User3837
Rating: 5 stars
I’ve used Duolingo for years but I also started using Speak recently and my experience has been positive. It has a clean UI and a super simple setup. What I liked instantly: its syllable-based pronunciation feature and the fact that there is a person (AI or not, doesn’t matter) pronouncing it for you. So you can see and hear the pronunciations. Learning a new language becomes so much easier from the start because of it. It also didn’t need me to reach advanced levels within the learner path before it was revealed, which is a bonus. I have always wanted this feature but afaik Duolingo doesn’t offer it. So I already prefer Speak. Duolingo has a vast inventory of content so it definitely has its advantages but Speak is a strong competitor. I am so glad I came across this app on LinkedIn while reading a Forbes article about it. Please advertise it more. People need to know about the excellent techniques that this app offers.
Best language learning app
Review by: gagahrbt nf
Rating: 5 stars
I’ll start off by saying that I have the most expensive subscription, but in my opinion, it’s totally worth it. This has been the best language learning app I have used. As a heritage Spanish speaker I can understand a lot of Spanish, but this app has been extremely helpful in helping me become a fluent speaker in Spanish. Would highly recommend.