{"id":161666,"date":"2026-07-15T09:34:46","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T09:34:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supermemo.com\/?p=161666"},"modified":"2026-07-15T10:46:22","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T10:46:22","slug":"busuu-vs-supermemo-which-app-gives-faster-results","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supermemo.com\/en\/blog\/busuu-vs-supermemo-which-app-gives-faster-results","title":{"rendered":"Busuu vs SuperMemo \u2013 which app gives faster results?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-md-10 col-lg-9 col-xl-8 mx-auto\"><div class=\"entry-content\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-link-color has-small-font-size wp-elements-47c55f519e2b10b981458c77fdcbf26e wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#bdbdbd\">Updated: July 14, 2026 \u00b7 reading time approx. 12 min<br><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu usually gives you faster first results, since it guides you through a ready-made course and lets you practice right away with corrections from native speakers. SuperMemo gives you faster lasting results, because its spaced repetition algorithm doesn&#8217;t waste your time on what you already know and makes sure the material stays in your memory. In short: with Busuu you&#8217;ll start speaking simple things sooner, with SuperMemo you&#8217;ll sooner reach the point where what you&#8217;ve learned truly stays with you. The rest depends on your goal, determination, and how consistently you work.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When should you choose Busuu?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You want to start quickly and like a guided, ready-made course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You care about sentence and pronunciation corrections from native speakers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You need a CEFR certificate (up to B2 level)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re learning one of the popular languages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>When should you choose SuperMemo?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lasting results matter most to you, not just a quick start<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You care about being able to use the language in everyday life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You&#8217;re learning for work, for a school-leaving exam, or for a test<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You want learning based on research, not gamification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key differences between Busuu and SuperMemo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The table below sums up the details that usually matter most when choosing. The data reflects the 2026 offering; prices may vary by country and promotion.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Criterion<\/td><td>Busuu<\/td><td>SuperMemo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Price (Premium, per year)<\/td><td>approx. 70 EUR\/year<\/td><td>9.90 EUR\/month (1st month free)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Higher plan<\/td><td>Premium Plus ~10.99 EUR\/month<\/td><td>annual Premium subscription<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of languages<\/td><td>12<\/td><td>25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spaced repetition (SRS)<\/td><td>vocabulary trainer, simplified repetitions<\/td><td>original spaced repetition algorithm (SM)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Community corrections<\/td><td>yes, over 100 million users<\/td><td>no (AI conversations instead)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>AI features<\/td><td>limited<\/td><td>MemoChat, MemoTranslator, AI Assistant<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Certificates<\/td><td>CEFR with McGraw-Hill (up to B2)<\/td><td>focus on real proficiency, exam-prep courses<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of courses \/ content<\/td><td>courses in 12 languages<\/td><td>over 300 courses in 25 languages<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Offline<\/td><td>yes<\/td><td>yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key difference lies in what we mean by &#8220;fast results.&#8221; Busuu focuses on quick exposure to the language and feedback from people. SuperMemo optimizes your actual study time, so every minute is spent on material you truly need to review.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Busuu?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu is a language-learning app founded in 2008, known for its large community of learners and corrections made by native speakers. In 2026 it offers courses in 12 languages and advertises that 22 hours of learning in the app are equivalent to one semester of university language classes (according to a study cited by the brand).<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How does Busuu work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Learning is based on short lessons organized by CEFR level, from A1 upward. You work through vocabulary, grammar, and dialogues, and sentences you write or pronunciation you record can be corrected by a native speaker of that language. In return, you help other learners of Polish. It&#8217;s precisely this community mechanism that most often speeds up learning to speak.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Busuu features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sentence and pronunciation corrections from a community of native speakers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lessons organized by CEFR levels (A1\u2013B2)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Language certificates in partnership with McGraw-Hill Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vocabulary trainer with material reminders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study plan tailored to your goal and deadline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offline mode<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quick start and a clear course structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Real feedback from native speakers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CEFR certificates up to B2 level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large, active community<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Weaker long-term retention system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only 12 languages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Certificate capped at B2 level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Less developed AI features<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is SuperMemo?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SuperMemo is a language-learning app based on the spaced repetition method, created by Piotr Wo\u017aniak. The first version of the program was released on December 13, 1987, and the algorithm itself is still being developed today. This matters, because dozens of other apps later built on this idea, including Anki and Memrise. SuperMemo is the original here, not a copy.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The history of a method that changed learning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wo\u017aniak was looking for a way to memorize large amounts of material and described the regularity governing forgetting. The first computer algorithm (known as SM-2) appeared in 1987. Later versions developed the memory model further, and a breakthrough came with the SM-17 algorithm in 2016, based on the two-component theory of memory. The latest version is SM-20. Behind the brand lies over 35 years of research into a single question: exactly when to review something so it&#8217;s remembered permanently.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How does SuperMemo work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SuperMemo estimates the moment right before you&#8217;re about to forget a given word, and serves it up for review exactly then. That way you don&#8217;t waste time on things you already know, nor do you leave words unreviewed for so long that they slip from your memory. This directly translates into speed: the learning adapts to your memory, so you get more out of every session. You study less and remember more.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key SuperMemo features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Original spaced repetition algorithm that schedules reviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MemoChat, AI conversations for practicing the language at any level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AI Assistant answering questions while you learn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>MemoTranslator, voice translations into dozens of languages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live mode, live learning with an AI instructor<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over 300 SuperMemo courses and nearly a thousand user-made courses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English bestsellers: Olive Green, Extreme, Business English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The most effective long-term retention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning based on research, not gamification<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rich AI features (MemoChat, AI Assistant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wide range of courses, including business and exam-prep English<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Requires consistency, reviews need to be done regularly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A slightly steeper learning curve for the interface at the start<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No extensive community corrections like Busuu<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Busuu vs SuperMemo \u2013 a detailed comparison<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Speed of first results<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the first few days, Busuu &#8220;gets going&#8221; faster, since it guides you by the hand and immediately gives you a chance to write and speak with feedback from real people. That genuinely shortens the path to your first simple sentences. SuperMemo takes a bit of time to get your bearings at the start, but after just a few sessions you see the point of the algorithm, since it never makes you repeat what you&#8217;ve already mastered.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Speed of lasting results<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it comes to lasting learning, SuperMemo wins, because &#8220;fast&#8221; means something different here than first contact with the language. The review algorithm makes sure that once-learned material doesn&#8217;t evaporate, so you don&#8217;t waste weeks getting back what you already knew. Busuu also has a vocabulary trainer, but in a simpler form. If you count results after three months rather than three days, the spaced repetition method gives you the edge.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s simple time arithmetic behind this. Without optimized reviews, the average learner either repeats material too often, wasting minutes on what they already know, or too rarely, so they have to learn the word all over again. SuperMemo&#8217;s algorithm eliminates both kinds of waste, so the same hour of study yields more retained material. That&#8217;s exactly what makes &#8220;fast results&#8221; and &#8220;lasting results&#8221; stop being a contradiction.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Effectiveness and research<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both brands cite effectiveness, but measure it differently. Busuu advertises a result \u2014 22 hours in the app equal one semester of university language classes (according to the cited study). SuperMemo relies on the memory mechanism itself, backed by more than three decades of research into the forgetting curve. The former promises a quick ceiling, the latter promises durability.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vocabulary learning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SuperMemo leads in vocabulary, because the algorithm makes sure you review words exactly when you&#8217;re starting to forget them. Busuu teaches vocabulary in the context of lessons and does schedule reviews, but without such precise interval planning. With a larger number of words, this difference becomes noticeable.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Speaking and feedback<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where the paths diverge. Busuu gives you corrections from real, live native speakers, which is great if you want specific sentences improved. SuperMemo answers with MemoChat, a conversation with AI available at any time and without waiting for another person to respond, plus Live mode with an instructor. If you value human correction, choose Busuu. If you want to practice speaking daily and instantly, MemoChat wins on availability.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Certificates and level verification<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu is stronger for formal certificates, since in partnership with McGraw-Hill Education it issues CEFR certificates up to B2 level. SuperMemo puts the emphasis on real proficiency and preparation for external exams rather than its own certificate. It comes down to whether you need a piece of paper or a skill.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Motivation and persistence<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu keeps motivation high at the start thanks to quick progress and reactions from the community, since it feels good to see someone correct your sentence and compliment your pronunciation. SuperMemo works differently: it rewards you with results, meaning a growing number of things you actually remember. That&#8217;s a slower kind of motivation in the first week, but more lasting, since it&#8217;s based on real results rather than badges. Over months of learning, this second approach less often leads to giving up.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Price and value for money<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu&#8217;s annual Premium plan costs around 70 EUR, and Premium Plus about 10.99 EUR per month. SuperMemo costs 9.90 EUR per month with the first month free and AI features included in the price. It&#8217;s worth counting not just the monthly cost, but the cost of the knowledge that stays with you. If after a year you remember twice as much, the real cost per retained phrase drops. On this front SuperMemo comes out ahead, especially for longer-term learning.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Editorial test results<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We tested both apps learning English, so the assessment wouldn&#8217;t rest solely on the manufacturers&#8217; claims.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How did we test?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Test duration: 30 days of learning English<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scope: daily 15\u201320 minute sessions, with community corrections in Busuu as well<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tester profile: intermediate level (B1), goal: English for work<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Devices: mobile app (Android, iOS) and the web version<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ratings on a 1\u201310 scale are the editorial team&#8217;s subjective assessment after 30 days of testing, not the result of a scientific study.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td>Area<\/td><td>Busuu<\/td><td>SuperMemo<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Speed of first results<\/td><td>9\/10<\/td><td>7\/10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Retention over time<\/td><td>7\/10<\/td><td>9\/10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vocabulary learning<\/td><td>7\/10<\/td><td>9\/10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Speaking \/ feedback<\/td><td>8\/10<\/td><td>8\/10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interface (UX)<\/td><td>8\/10<\/td><td>7\/10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Value for money<\/td><td>7\/10<\/td><td>8\/10<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Test conclusion: Busuu gives a more enjoyable, faster start and a stronger sense of progress in the first week. After a month, the material from SuperMemo stuck in memory noticeably better, which tips the scale for learning that spans months.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who will Busuu be a better choice for?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For beginners who care about time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to start as quickly as possible and see progress from day one, Busuu will guide you through a ready-made course and give you a sense of moving forward.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For people who value corrections<\/strong> from native speakers<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Correction from native speakers is Busuu&#8217;s strong suit, if you care about improving specific sentences and pronunciation through real people.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For those who need a certificate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CEFR certificates in partnership with McGraw-Hill (up to B2) come in handy when you need formal proof of your level.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who will SuperMemo be a better choice for?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For the ambitious professional<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re learning business English despite a packed schedule, you&#8217;ll appreciate that the algorithm doesn&#8217;t waste time repeating what you already know. The Business English course targets exactly these needs.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For students preparing for an exam<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For school-leaving exams or tests like FCE and CAE, what matters is how much you can remember in less time. Spaced repetition gives you the edge here, since material comes back at optimal intervals.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>For long-term learners<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want knowledge to stay with you for years, or you&#8217;re planning to learn several languages at once, SuperMemo is built exactly for this purpose.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>User reviews \u2013 what&#8217;s most often praised and criticized?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Busuu \u2013 most common praise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Quick start and a clear course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corrections from native speakers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CEFR certificates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Busuu \u2013 most common criticism<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Material fades faster without reviews<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Top features locked behind the pricier Premium Plus plan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SuperMemo \u2013 most common praise<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Genuinely noticeable retention of knowledge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Effective review algorithm<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>AI conversations (MemoChat)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>SuperMemo \u2013 most common criticism<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Requires regularity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>More options to get to grips with at the start<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Users of both apps agree on one thing: the outcome depends on consistency. Busuu is easier to start with and gives quick feedback, SuperMemo rewards those who stick with it longer.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Alternatives to Busuu and SuperMemo<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Duolingo<\/strong> is the most popular free app, heavily built on gamification. Good for maintaining a habit, weaker for advanced and business learning.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Babbel<\/strong> focuses on polished lessons with dialogues and live classes (Babbel Live). A sensible choice for a quick conversational start.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Anki<\/strong> is a free flashcard program that uses a derivative of the SuperMemo algorithm. Very flexible, but requires you to create your own material.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Memrise<\/strong> teaches with videos featuring real speakers and also uses reviews derived from the spaced repetition idea.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which app gives faster results for learning English?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fastest results depend on what you&#8217;re measuring: in the first week Busuu leads, for lasting learning SuperMemo does.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For beginners:<\/strong> Busuu, since you&#8217;ll start faster and get immediate corrections.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For intermediate learners:<\/strong> SuperMemo, because at this stage what matters most is retaining a growing number of words and structures.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For advanced learners and for professional or exam purposes:<\/strong> SuperMemo, thanks to courses like Business English and precise reviews.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Verdict: Busuu or SuperMemo?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you care about the fastest possible start, human correction, and a CEFR certificate, choose Busuu. It works especially well at the start and for casual, no-commitment learning.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you care about effectiveness and lasting results, meaning you want English to actually stay in your head, choose SuperMemo. It&#8217;s the creator of the spaced repetition method, and an app where the algorithm plans your learning around your memory. For people learning for work, for an exam, or long-term, it&#8217;s the stronger choice, because fast results without durability fade quickly.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.supermemo.com\/en\/premium-subscription\">Try SuperMemo<\/a><\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FAQ \u2013 frequently asked questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which app gives faster results: Busuu or SuperMemo?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu usually gives faster first results, since it guides you through a ready-made course and gives you native-speaker corrections. SuperMemo gives better lasting results, because its spaced repetition algorithm embeds material into long-term memory and doesn&#8217;t waste time on what you already know.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Busuu free?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu has a free version with limitations, but full access requires a Premium subscription (approx. 70 EUR per year) or Premium Plus (approx. 10.99 EUR per month, as of 2026). Certificates and some features are available only on paid plans.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much does SuperMemo cost in 2026?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SuperMemo costs 35.99 PLN per month, with the first month free. Annual plans and access to individual courses are also available. Prices and currency depend on your country and are shown at checkout.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does SuperMemo issue certificates like Busuu?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SuperMemo doesn&#8217;t focus on its own certificate the way Busuu does, but on real proficiency and preparation for external exams. Busuu offers CEFR certificates in partnership with McGraw-Hill up to B2 level. If you need a formal piece of paper, this point favors Busuu.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can you use Busuu and SuperMemo at the same time?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, you can combine both apps. Busuu works well for a quick start and sentence correction, while SuperMemo is good for systematically retaining vocabulary and grammar. This does require two subscriptions and more discipline, though.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is SuperMemo the same method as other review apps?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not quite. SuperMemo created the original spaced repetition algorithm back in 1987, while apps like Anki or Memrise use derivatives or simplifications of it. SuperMemo is the original method that others are modeled on.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How many languages do Busuu and SuperMemo offer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Busuu offers 12 languages, and SuperMemo 25, including English, German, Spanish, Italian, and French. If you&#8217;re planning to learn several languages, SuperMemo gives you a wider choice.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We test language apps for vocabulary learning. 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