Lingoda Reviews 5,752

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

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Looking at 418 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the excellent quality of the teaching materials and the overall user experience, finding the lessons well-structured, interactive, and effective for language acquisition. Many people highlight the flexibility in scheduling and the small class sizes, which allow for ample speaking opportunities and personalized attention from instructors. Reviewers consistently commend the staff for their passion, patience, and ability to motivate students, making the learning process enjoyable and engaging. However, some people were dissatisfied with certain aspects of the service, particularly regarding the subscription model, where unused credits could be lost upon cancellation. A few other people also felt that the quality of teachers could vary, with some instructors arriving late or not providing enough speaking time, and others expressing concerns about the lack of genuine feedback. There were also mentions of challenges with class level consistency and the difficulty in qualifying for certain programs.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Convienent class times. Explains the vocabulary quite well and the feedback can be quite helpful. Maybe have the option to book fewer classes for less money per month, some people may not be able t... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

So far I've completed the A.1.1 level of Italian. Love the flexibility that I have with scheduling. Most classes I've had have been one on one with the instructor. Some instructors are very passion... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

All of the teachers are great. Sometimes some of the teachers have internet issues which makes hearing them challenging. Several of the classes I want to take aren’t offered at a time that works for... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I signed up for the Sprint Challenge and it really encouraged me to take classes on a regular basis to keep up the momentum. The classes were well organized and the materials were helpful and easy t... See more

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  1. Language Course Provider

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Lingoda is the leading Online Language School in Europe. We provide live classes in small groups or privately with certified, native-level teachers. Lingoda provides classes in English, Business English German, French, Spanish and Italian.


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  • Bergmannstr. 102-103, 10961 , Berlin, Germany

  • lingoda.com

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm very satisfied.

The teachers are excellent; they really help you learn.
I'm very satisfied.

March 27, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you very much for your kind words!

We’re so glad to have you in our community and look forward to supporting you in many more excellent lessons to come!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I really like learning a new language…

I really like learning a new language with Lingoda; it follows the European curriculum, has great teachers and a good flexibility to plan your classes. Also very affordable.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for your kind review, Karin.

We take a lot of pride in following the CEFR (European curriculum) to ensure our students have a structured and reliable path to fluency, so we are happy that you are finding that framework helpful.

Our teachers will be so happy to hear your kind words, too! We’re honored to be part of your language-learning journey and look forward to seeing you in your next class.

Happy learning!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love it

I love it. It forces you out of your comfort zone so you can learn quicker and deeper

March 26, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for the fantastic review, Jackson!

We love your mindset, as growth usually happens just outside of our comfort zone. It is wonderful to hear that you’re embracing that challenge, as that’s exactly what leads to quicker and deeper fluency.

We are proud to support you as you push your boundaries and master a new language. Keep up that brave and inspired energy!

Happy learning!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

With a rare exception

With a rare exception, all of my teachers have been very good, engaged and knowledgeable.

March 21, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

We are so happy you are enjoying your classes with Lingoda, Patricia!
Thank you for sharing your experience. We take great pride in our teaching community, so knowing that they are making a positive impact on your journey is wonderful.

We also appreciate your honesty regarding the "rare exception." Your feedback helps us maintain those high standards we strive for, so please feel free to contact us directly to "service@lingoda.com" if you ever have an issue with a specific teacher.
However, we are glad that, overall, you have found a supportive and knowledgeable environment to grow in.

Keep up the fantastic work!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

For me the best way to learn, fun and succsessfull

I like to meet people from allover the world.

To learn Inderstand different acents .
The learn material hat einen a meaningful, supportive structure.I really enjoy this way of learning .

March 21, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

We are happy to be part of your success, Martina!

Thank you for your lovely review. It is wonderful to hear that you are enjoying the global community at Lingoda. Meeting people from all over the world and experiencing different accents is exactly what makes the learning process so rich and authentic.

We are also glad you find the materials well-structured. Our curriculum department is incredibly dedicated and puts a great deal of effort into ensuring our lessons are both effective and engaging.

Keep enjoying those global conversations, and happy learning!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Teachers from all over the World!

I love meeting teachers from all over the world - and classmates too! Everyone has been friendly and welcoming. I've learned so much and look forward to every lesson!

March 20, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for your wonderful review, Kristi!

There is something truly special about connecting with teachers and classmates from different corners of the world, as it turns every lesson into a unique cultural exchange.

Hearing that you look forward to every lesson is the best compliment we could receive.

Keep up that amazing energy!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

I like the classes and the teachers but the classes reschedule is not good at all

I like the classes and the teachers. It has been a great experience. I just think they are too strict with their schedule and rescheduling of classes. Only being able to do it 3 days before is too strict, I was sick and had to go to the doctor a couple of times and missed classes and lost credits due to this. They should be more considerable that stuff happens in life, this makes me not wanting to continue with a lot of classes, just a few to prevent this. It is indeed sad because the program and the teachers are very helpful.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us, Gonçalo.

We’re glad to hear that you enjoy the classes and the teachers, and that you find the program helpful overall. It means a lot to us that you have had a positive learning experience in that regard.

At the same time, we are sorry to hear that our rescheduling policy has caused frustration, especially in situations where you were unwell or had medical appointments. We completely understand that unexpected life events can happen, and we appreciate you sharing your perspective.

Class credits are used to reserve your learning spot in a specific live classroom. When a class is booked, a teacher is assigned and prepares that lesson based on the scheduled participants. This is why the credit is tied to the reserved session.

For our regular classes (excluding Sprinters), it is possible to cancel a class and have the credit returned if the cancellation is made at least 72 hours before the class start time, or within the 30-minute cancellation window immediately after booking. This policy is in place to ensure fair planning for both teachers and other students, and to maintain consistent class availability across the platform.

We do understand that this timeframe can feel strict in certain situations. However, we also want to highlight that we do review individual cases, and in exceptional circumstances, such as illness, doctor’s appointments, or other valid reasons, it may be possible to grant a class credit refund. In such cases, supporting documentation may be requested.

If you have lost credits due to medical appointments or illness, we kindly encourage you to reach out to our Student Support team via chat or email at service@lingoda.com. They will be happy to review your situation and assist you further.

We are very sorry for the inconvenience you experienced and truly appreciate your honest feedback.

Wishing you continued success on your language learning journey!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'm loving learning with people…

I'm loving learning with people (including teachers) from all around the world.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for your kind words, Lesley. We are so happy to hear that you are enjoying the international spirit of our lessons.

There is something special about learning a new language while connecting with teachers and fellow students from so many different cultures. It makes every conversation more interesting and every lesson a little more like a trip around the world.

We are glad to have you in our community. Happy learning!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I thought I was buying 20 lessons but did not realise I was signing up for ongoing monthly subscription

I signed up for 20 French lessons on 26th Jan, paying £149.99 for 20 lessons. I never realised I was signing up to a monthly subscription, I thought I was making a one off payment. I didn't notice the next payment taken on 26th feb because it was my Monzo card which I don't check regularly. Then I noticed they'd taken £199.99 out of my account today! (26th March) That's £500 for 7 lessons. I didn't take any more after 10th Feb because I put in a complaint about the quality of course material which they never addressed. They are now refusing a refund.

March 26, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for your honest feedback, Hilary.

We are very sorry to hear that your experience with the payment and subscription process was not clear and has led to this frustration.

Your language course is set up as a subscription that renews automatically every 28 days unless it is cancelled beforehand. This information is outlined in our Terms and Conditions, on our pricing page, and during the checkout process where the subscription details are provided before confirming the purchase.

Additionally, your account was created during a New Year’s promotion, which offered a discounted rate for the first two months. After this period, the subscription continued at the standard price, as indicated at the time of sign-up.

Please also note that the subscription is only stopped from renewing if it is actively cancelled, either directly through your account or by requesting cancellation via our Support Team. Unfortunately, not attending further classes does not automatically stop the subscription.

Regarding your refund request, please note that refunds are only possible within 14 days of the initial registration . As this period has passed, we are unfortunately unable to process a refund in this case.

That said, I’m very sorry to hear about your concerns regarding the course material and the overall experience with the subscription, and I’ve passed your feedback on internally for review so we can continue improving our learning experience. Rest assured that your input is taken seriously.

In order to assist you further, our Support Team has reached out to you, offering a exceptional extension of your account activity for 3 months, free of another charge.

We hope this could give you some additional flexibility and time to use the class credits that were already purchased.

We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

100% recommend for language learners

Great teachers, love the flexibility in scheduling classes, nicely organized and structured lessons, budget-friendly and I hope the Sprint concept continues into the future too.

March 24, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

We are so glad to have you with us, Sneha.

Thank you for the 100% recommendation!

We also love that you mentioned the Sprint. It is one of our favorite ways to help students see massive progress in a short amount of time.

Your support helps us keep building the best possible experience for language learners everywhere. We look forward to keep supporting you on your learning journey!

Your Lingoda Student Support Team

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Hard to learn when other students are not in the right level

I think Lingoda should have a better system to make sure students are at the right level. Sometimes we spend a lot of time in class just having to explain a vocab that a student should have learned 2 levels ago. Students who are actually in the right level don't benefit much in those cases.

March 14, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for your honest words.

We are sorry to hear that your learning experience in some classes did not meet your expectations.

We understand that group classes can sometimes be challenging, especially when students are at slightly different stages in their learning journey. Language learning naturally varies from person to person, as some learners progress faster, while others may need more time to consolidate previous material. Our courses follow a structured and progressive curriculum, but in a group setting, these differences can occasionally impact the class dynamic.

To support students in choosing the right level, we offer a placement test before starting, as well as orientation classes for most levels to give a clear idea of what to expect. In addition, after each lesson, teachers provide individual feedback and may recommend a level adjustment if they notice that a class was too easy or too challenging.

That said, your feedback is very valuable, and we truly appreciate you taking the time to share it.

If you ever experience a class where the learning experience is not as expected, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Support Team via chat or email at service@lingoda.com. We will be happy to review the situation and assist you further.

Thank you again for your input.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

After many years of being on the fence…

After many years of being on the fence with lingoda, I finally decided to pull the trigger. What lingoda does well: Teaches a generic form of Spanish. Some lessons will teach more "Spain" Spanish which is a downside for me personally. The reason I took away one star is that the typical times of 5pm EST to 9pm EST there usually aren't any slots available. So you either have to take classes on the weekends or earlier/later than expected if you work full time. It also sucks that you have to keep an active subscription in order to take classes, even if you have classes paid for.

March 11, 2026
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Teachers are changing so often

Teachers are changing so often. Your charging and subscription policy is not good. You need to revize it

March 20, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for your honest words, Özgen.

We are very sorry to hear that you are disappointed with the frequency of teacher changes and the impact this has had on your experience.

At Lingoda, we aim to offer classes at a wide range of times every day, and we rely on a large pool of experienced and certified teachers to ensure availability and continuity of lessons.

Unfortunately, it is not possible to actively choose or guarantee a specific teacher for group or private classes. Teachers manage their own schedules independently, and while a teacher may be shown for a class at the time of booking, we cannot guarantee their final availability for that session.

Due to unforeseen changes or personal circumstances, a teacher may occasionally become unavailable. In such cases, we always do our best to assign a qualified substitute teacher so that the lesson can still take place as planned.

We understand that this may sometimes feel disruptive, and we are very sorry for any inconvenience this has caused you. While booking classes where a teacher is already assigned can increase the likelihood of attending a class with them, it is unfortunately not something that can be guaranteed.

Regarding your comments about our charging and subscription model, we would like to clarify that our learning plans are monthly subscriptions that renew automatically every 28 days. Each renewal provides a new set of class credits and continues access to the platform for the next cycle, unless the subscription is cancelled beforehand. This model allows us to ensure continuous access to live classes and a high level of teacher availability across different time slots.

We understand that changes in teachers and the subscription structure may not meet everyone’s expectations, and we are sorry for any frustration this has caused.

Thank you again for sharing your thoughts. They help us improve our service and learning experience.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I had my first 5 conversation lessons…

I had my first 5 conversation lessons at Lingoda and so far I am satisfied. The classes last 1 hour and have small groups of 5 students maximum, which allows everyone the opportunity to speak. The teachers come prepared with materials that prompt conversations, grammar review and the usage of new vocabulary. To be even better they could add more vocabulary and prompt feedback. Recommended!

March 19, 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lingoda is for the modern language learner…

Lingoda is a modern language learning program that offers a variety of levels with contemporary content. Their classes are relevant to our times and the instructors are all high quality teachers. Some of the best language teachers I've ever come across.

March 20, 2026
Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I joined Lingoda a couple of months ago…

I joined Lingoda a couple of months ago and didn't get around to using my lessons, so I paused my subscription. I have just learned that I have lost all my lessons from the previous month. It would have been nice to get a nudge to remind me I was going to lose my ten lessons, and I am very unhappy that they took my money after I had paused my subscription.

March 21, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us, Tim. We are sincerely sorry to hear about the frustration you’ve experienced regarding your class credits and the timing of your subscription charges. We truly understand how disappointing it feels to think your progress has been lost while you've been unwell.

We would like to clarify how our credit system works to provide some peace of mind: class credits at Lingoda have a 1-year validity period. They are not lost if they aren't used within a single billing cycle; instead, they stay in your account regardless of your subscription status. While an active subscription is required to book and attend classes, your credits remain available until you use them or they reach their individual 1-year expiration date.

Regarding the charge you noticed, our records indicate that a pause was unfortunately not successfully scheduled on the account before the renewal. However, we have already reached out to you via email with a special one-time exception so you can catch up with your classes.

We hope this solution helps you with your lessons once you are feeling better. We value your commitment to learning with us and look forward to hearing back from you via email.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

your site and app are not working well…

your site and app are not working well (im studying right now to ux ui designer, but i already notice a few mistakes on your platform).

and often teachers came late (at 2-3 minute) and close the lesson at 55 minutes (i know that is notching but it is also notching for teachers to continue lesson (im speaking only that cases when we are not finish our presentation)

March 17, 2026
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Reply from Lingoda

Thank you for your valuable input, Xenia!

Firstly, we’re sorry to hear that you have experienced technical issues with our website and app.

We understand how important a smooth and reliable platform is for your learning experience, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. Your feedback is important, and we will make sure it is forwarded to the responsible technical team for review and improvement.

Regarding your comments about lesson timing, we appreciate you raising this and are sorry for any classes that ended early.

Please note that both students and teachers have a 10-minute window to join the classroom in case of minor delays. However, we of course encourage everyone to start the lesson at the scheduled time to ensure the best possible learning experience.

While our lessons are designed as 60-minute sessions, the actual learning progress can depend on the flow and interaction of all participants, and therefore, it is not always guaranteed that all learning materials will be fully completed within the class. That said, we completely understand your concern that lessons should not end early when there is still content left to cover.

In general, teachers may end the class a few minutes early if all planned materials have been completed, or if they have another class scheduled immediately after, allowing them time to transition smoothly between sessions.

For any technical issues or classes that did not go as planned, please note that you can always reach out to our Student Support team, who will be happy to investigate the matter further.

If you encounter any technical issues with our platform, this guide may be useful: https://lingoda-students.elevio.help/en/articles/183-troubleshooting

Thank you again for your honest input, and wishing you a great continuation of your learning journey!

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