The method that actually works
Watch. Copy. Roleplay.
That's how you learned to talk.
Most apps train recognition. The Copycat Method trains production—getting French out of your mouth, not just into your head.
Copying isn't cheating. It's how you learned to talk.
Built on 7 rules that most language apps ignore.
Simple pricing. Full access. Your choice.
No tiers to compare. No features to unlock. Just pick monthly or annual.
Monthly
FlexibleFull access. Cancel anytime.
- All 90+ conversation lessons
- AI pronunciation scoring
- 1,000 AI chat messages/day
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Annual
Save $174For people who are serious about speaking French.
Billed as US$174/year US$348
- Everything in Monthly
- 6 months completely free
- Best value for serious learners
- Cancel anytime, same 30-day guarantee
Both plans start with a 7-day free trial. You won't be charged until it ends.
Don't love it? Cancel in one click. No phone calls. No guilt trips.
Perfect for you if...
- • You've studied French but freeze when speaking
- • You understand more than you can say
- • You're tired of apps that don't help you talk
- • You can commit to 15 minutes a day
Maybe not for you if...
- • You only want to read French, not speak it
- • You prefer classroom learning with a live teacher
- • You want grammar drills, not conversation practice
Here's what happens when you join
Not a list of features. A map of your progress.
1 Learn from real conversations
90 conversation lessons
Not "the cat is on the table" nonsense. Real conversations French people have every day—ordering coffee, asking directions, making plans.
Audio at 2 speeds
Start with slow speed to catch every word. Progress to normal speed. All recorded by native French speakers (not robots).
The Copycat Method: Watch → Copy → Roleplay
Each lesson follows our 3-step method. Watch a real conversation, copy phrases aloud with AI scoring, then practice with Copy in live roleplay.
2 Get AI-powered feedback
Pronunciation scoring (0-100%)
Record yourself. Get instant feedback. See exactly which sounds need work. Most students go from 60% to 90%+ in 30 days.
Chat with AI in French
Practice conversations with our AI tutor (powered by Claude). Make mistakes safely. Get corrections without judgment. 1,000 messages per day included.
Voice transcription
Speak naturally and see your French transcribed instantly. Perfect for checking if you're saying what you think you're saying.
3 Remember what you learn
Smart spaced repetition
Our algorithm (based on SuperMemo) shows you phrases right before you'd forget them. Review just 5-10 cards daily to lock in everything.
Hands-free mode
Review flashcards while commuting, cooking, or walking. Audio plays automatically. Perfect for busy people.
Progress tracking
See your vocabulary grow. Track your streak. Watch your pronunciation scores improve. Motivation through visible progress.
4 Everything else you need
Works everywhere
Phone, tablet, computer—your progress syncs automatically. Practice on your phone at lunch, continue on your laptop at home.
Offline lessons
Download lessons for flights or subway rides. Keep learning even without internet.
Real human support
Stuck? Confused? Email us. Real humans (who speak French) answer within 24 hours. We actually care about your success.
What makes Copycat different
Most apps train you to recognize French. We train you to produce it.
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Copycat Cafe™
$14.50–$29/mo
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Duolingo / Babbel
Free–$15/mo
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JumpSpeak / LanguaTalk
$10–$35/mo
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Private Tutor
$30–60/hour
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| Structured speaking method | Watch → Copy → Roleplay | Tap & match | AI chat only | Varies by tutor |
| Native speaker audio | Robotic TTS | Robotic TTS | ||
| Pronunciation scoring (0-100%) | Pass/fail only | Basic feedback | ||
| Real café conversations | “The elephant is purple” | |||
| Available anytime (15 min) | Need to schedule | |||
| Cost for daily practice | ~$1/day | $0–$15/mo | $10–$35/mo | $30–60/session |
The difference: Other apps focus on AI conversation or gamified vocab.
We combine structured copying (the missing piece) with native speaker audio and AI chat.
The Cafe Regulars Wall
They copied. Now they speak.
Real copycats sharing their journey from frozen to fluent
Had to take a FIDE test here in Switzerland to renew my resident permit and passed B1 oral A1 written with 92 and 95 percent pass rates. No way would have achieved that without this course.
Chris Horler
Switzerland
Hands down the best app I have tried, better than the "big" ones like Duolingo and Babbel. You learn how to have real conversations, rather than "proper" French. I feel like I can actually use my French when I visit the country.
Nadine
The Neuro Fix
I'd been having a hard time with aural comprehension, but thanks to this course, that has improved dramatically. I live in Paris, and since I started, people I interact with regularly have been commenting on how much my French has improved.
Stephanie Argy
Paris, France
I tried everything to gain confidence in speaking French… courses in France, one to one conversation with native speakers. Nothing worked! Actually hearing myself speak French and being able to correct my pronunciation has finally given me a huge boost of confidence!
Christine
I had a chance to speak to a French person - I traveled to Normandy and dared to start a conversation with our guide. I was thrilled that he understood me and I - him. He was very surprised that I had studied French only for a few months.
Irene Belyakov-Goodman
United States
After less than a month, I feel a lot more comfortable speaking but especially understanding French as spoken by the average French speaker and not by someone trying to enunciate each word or speak so slowly for me to understand.
John Lawrence
Before, I would never have tried speaking even though I knew what to say. This course has given me more confidence in my pronunciation and usage. I really only had about 7 weeks and already felt more confident speaking.
Rebecca Spears
United States
After working with several popular language learning applications, I've developed a large vocabulary but that hasn't helped me understand spoken French. This is the only one I've found where the lessons teach me to listen for French expressions, to understand their meaning, and to pronounce them correctly.
Rich Brown
Verified User
I think it's a huge difference in my French skills now compared to before. My vocabulary has gotten a lot bigger and thanks to the audio - both normal speed & slow speed - my pronunciation has improved and I find it easier to understand simple, common meanings just by listening.
Moa Berghal
Karlshamn, Sweden
This gives me a quick lesson I can easily fit into my day. I look forward to it, even after a long day at work. The phrases are real and applicable. The speakers are real people, so do not have the computer voice glitches I hear in some other programs.
Laura
Portland, United States
The questions you're too polite to ask
“Why should I pay when Duolingo is free?”
Duolingo is free because you're the product—ads, engagement metrics, streak notifications designed to keep you swiping. We're a small team building one thing: a method that gets French out of your mouth. Different focus, different results. Check back in 2 years and let me know which one got you ordering coffee in Paris.
“What if I sign up and then life happens?”
Life always happens. That's why lessons are 15 minutes, not 2 hours. That's why we send reminders (you can turn them off). And honestly? When you see yourself going from 60% to 85% pronunciation in a week, you'll find the time. Progress is weirdly addictive.
“Why do you need my card for a free trial?”
Fair question. We're a 2-person team, not a VC-funded startup burning cash on free users. Requiring a card keeps out bots and ensures we can actually afford to serve serious learners. Cancel in one click from your account—no phone calls, no guilt trips, no “please don't leave us” emails.
“What if I hate it?”
Email us within 30 days. Full refund. No surveys asking “what could we do better.” No retention specialist trying to save you. Just your money back. We only want happy copycats.
“What about other languages?”
French is where we started—it's what we do best right now. But the copycat method (watch, copy, chat) works for any language. We're building toward Spanish, Italian, German, and Japanese. When you subscribe, you'll be first to know when new languages launch. Same method, new adventure.
A month from now, you could be speaking French.
Or still “thinking about it.”
The trial is free. The only thing you'll lose is another month of not speaking.
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