Duolingo Max

by Duolingo, Inc.

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Duolingo Max is Duolingo’s top subscription tier, adding generative-AI learning features to the app. It launched with Roleplay and Explain My Answer and later added Video Call with the character Lily.

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Why Abandoned

Duolingo currently maintains an official Max product page and continues documenting and expanding Max features, including Video Call and AI-powered conversation practice.

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📅 Timeline

2023-03-14

Duolingo Max launches

Duolingo announced Max as a subscription tier powered by GPT-4, initially offering Roleplay and Explain My Answer for selected courses and markets.

2024-09-24

Video Call with Lily announced

At Duocon 2024, Duolingo introduced Video Call with Lily, an AI conversation feature for Max subscribers designed to provide spontaneous speaking practice.

2025-04-30

148 new language courses launched using generative AI

Duolingo announced 148 new courses created with generative AI and shared content systems. The expansion broadened course access across its platform, including the wider product ecosystem in which Max operates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Duolingo Max?

Duolingo Max is Duolingo’s premium subscription tier for AI-assisted language learning. It includes Duolingo Super benefits plus generative-AI features such as Roleplay, Explain My Answer, and, where available, Video Call.

How is Duolingo Max different from Super Duolingo?

Super Duolingo primarily removes ads and adds practice and convenience features. Max includes those benefits and adds AI-powered experiences intended to explain answers and provide interactive conversation practice.

Does Duolingo Max use GPT-4?

Duolingo’s March 2023 launch announcement said Max was powered by OpenAI’s GPT-4. Duolingo may update the underlying models and feature implementation over time.

Which Duolingo Max features are included?

Documented Max features include Roleplay, Explain My Answer, and Video Call with Lily. Availability can vary by course, language, device, market, and app version.

Is Duolingo Max still available?

Yes. Duolingo maintains an active official Max page and support documentation. Pricing and access vary by location, platform, and subscription plan.