Best Learning Gamification Software in 2026
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In short: Duolingo is ranked #1 of 46 as of 4 October 2026, ahead of Gametize and Khan Academy. The best-ranked option with a free plan is Gametize. The lowest first paid tier on this page is Khan Academy at $0.83/mo.
Learning gamification software brings game-style mechanics and rewards into education and training experiences. Compare the mechanics and rewards catalog with your goals, then check learner limits, LMS integrations, and single sign-on for fit with your program and systems. API access can be relevant when connecting tools, while free-plan availability and paid-from pricing help frame the cost. Duolingo, Gametize, and Khan Academy are among the entries to consider; Brilliant, DataCamp, and Kahoot! 360 are also included. Look across the listed capabilities to weigh how each option supports learners and works with your existing setup.
46 learning gamification software ranked on what their makers publish — plans and prices, free tiers, platforms and the facts on their own pages.
Recognised 40% · Phone app 26% · Documented 20% · Free plan 14% of the score
- 1 Duolingo iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.8Free
- 2 Gametize iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.8$45/mo
- 3 Khan Academy iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.8$0.83/mo
- 4 Brilliant iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.7Free
- 5 DataCamp iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.6Free
- 6 Kahoot! 360 iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.2$19/mo Gamification mechanics: leaderboards, points, team competition, collaborative Missions, tournaments, friendly competition, shared achievementsLearner limit: 50 usersLMS integrations: 5 integrations
- 7 LearnWorlds iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.1$2/mo
- 8 Memrise iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 7.1€5.83/mo
- 9 Gnowbe iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.9
- 10 Thrive iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.9$77,900/mo
- 11 Attensi iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.7 Gamification mechanics: progression, competition, rewards, simulation, points, leaderboards, stars, achievements, storytelling, streaksLMS integrations: 5 integrations
- 12 Disco iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.7$399/mo
- 13 Allara Global iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.6 Gamification mechanics: points, badges, leaderboards, contestsLearner limit: 10 usersLMS integrations: 15 integrations
- 14 e-KHOOL LMS iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.6 Gamification mechanics: points, badges, leaderboards, rankings, quizzes, challenges, puzzles, scenario simulations, rewards, certificationsLearner limit: 100 usersLMS integrations: 28 integrations
- 15 TouchClass iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.6 Gamification mechanics: points, badges, frames, rankings, certificatesLearner limit: 200 users
- 16 Axonify iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.5
- 17 Hotline LMS iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.5 Gamification mechanics: badges, points, automatic achievement triggers, leaderboards, learner profilesLearner limit: 50 usersLMS integrations: 0 integrations
- 18 MobieTrain Android only RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.5
- 19 Qstream iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.5
- 20 Rallyware iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.5
- 21 Ringorang iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.5 Gamification mechanics: daily challenges; team competitions; points; streaks; badges; levels; leaderboards; awards; sweepstakes
- 22 Codecademy iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.4
- 23 Wranx iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.4
- 24 OttoLearn iPhone + Android RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.3
- 25 TalentLMS No phone app RecognisedPhone appDocumentedFree plan 6.3$119/mo Learner limit: 5 users
Is your app on this list?
Numbered spots on this list can be sponsored. They are labelled, and the editorial order and scores never change for payment.
Questions about this list
Which learning gamification software is ranked first on Samsung Mobile US Press?
Duolingo is ranked #1 of 46 with a score of 7.8. Gametize is second and Khan Academy third.
How many of these have a free plan?
6 of the 25 on this page publish a free plan on their own pricing pages.
Which is the cheapest paid option?
On this page, Khan Academy has the lowest first paid tier we found: $0.83/mo.
How is this list ranked?
Ranked mobile-first: a phone app alongside the web or desktop product, a free tier and the depth of its documentation. Paid placements never change a rank.