Honest reviews and comparisons of Italian courses, apps and tutors. Start with the best way to learn Italian in 2026 — including the free option that beats most paid apps — then see how long it actually takes.
Italian is one of the fastest languages for English speakers to learn — but the number everyone quotes is measured in classroom hours, not calendar time. Here is what each level actually takes.
A researched comparison of the main ways to learn Italian — what each format is actually good at, what it costs, and which option fits your goal. Including the free one that beats most paid apps.
Duolingo is the app everyone starts with and almost nobody speaks Italian from. Here is what it actually does well, where it stops, and what to add depending on your goal.