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Busuu Dutch vs Drops Dutch

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Busuu DutchApp · Online (Global)73/100

Structured Dutch course with native speaker feedback on writing and speaking exercises.

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Drops DutchApp · Online (Global)70/100

Visual vocabulary app with 5-minute daily sessions. Great for building base vocabulary quickly.

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Quick verdict

Busuu Dutch and Drops Dutch sit within a few fit points (73 vs 70). Pick on format and goal, not vanity score.

It depends

Pick by situation

Same two options. Different winners depending on what you need.

  • If

    You mainly need speaking confidence

    → Busuu Dutch Busuu Dutch is the better speaking-practice vehicle here.

Side by side

FactorBusuu DutchDrops Dutch
Fit score7370
TypeAppApp
CityOnline (Global)Online (Global)
RegionGlobalGlobal
LevelsA1, A2, B1, B2A0, A1, A2
OnlineYesYes
In personNoNo
FocusStructured course, Community feedbackVocabulary, Daily practice

Yellow marks the stronger side on that row.

Best for, not for

Busuu Dutch

Best for

  • Daily habit builders who want short, structured practice on a phone.
  • Remote learners outside a school city.

Not for

  • People who need live correction of pronunciation and free speech.
  • Learners past A2 who need production, not only recognition drills.
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Drops Dutch

Best for

  • Daily habit builders who want short, structured practice on a phone.
  • Intermediate learners expanding vocabulary between lessons.
  • Remote learners outside a school city.

Not for

  • People who need live correction of pronunciation and free speech.
  • Learners past A2 who need production, not only recognition drills.
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