Duolingo (MEX:DUOL) Moat Score: 5/10 (As of Jul. 04, 2026)


MEX:DUOL Duolingo Inc MEX:DUOL
69 GF Score
Price MXN2,196.00
GF Value MXN6,859.01
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Duolingo Moat Score?

Duolingo MEX:DUOL 69 Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus rates MEX:DUOL with a GF Score™ of 69/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN6,859.01 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 2,844 Software companies, Duolingo ranks better than 94.8% on this metric.

Duolingo has the Moat Score of 5, which implies that the company might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Duolingo has Narrow Moat: Duolingo has a solid narrow moat due to its strong brand recognition and network effects from a large user base. However, the market for language learning apps is competitive, and switching costs are moderate, limiting the moat's strength.

Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more.

The company's Moat Score is based on these criteria:

1. Market leadership and sustainable market share
2. Network effects and significant customer switching costs
3. Valuable intellectual property and patents
4. Strong brand strength and deep customer loyalty
5. Durable cost advantages (e.g., economies of scale, proprietary technology)
6. Significant regulatory barriers and exclusive licenses
7. Superior distribution network
8. Strong and sustainable pricing power
9. Consistent and impactful innovation and R&D capabilities

Based on the research, GuruFocus believes Duolingo might have Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat.

Duolingo  (MEX:DUOL) Moat Score Explanation

The Moat Score ranges from 0 to 10, with 10 as the highest. GuruFocus divided Moat Score into following 8 categories:

Moat Score Moat Level
10Wide Moat - Exceptionally dominant and durable wide moat
8 - 9Wide Moat - Clear and robust wide moat
7Wide Moat - Entry-level wide moat, clearly possessing durable advantages
6Narrow Moat - Strong narrow moat, clearly distinguishable but not wide
5Narrow Moat - Solid narrow moat
4Narrow Moat - Discernible but modest moat
1 - 3No Moat - Very weak/transient advantages
0No Moat - No discernible moat

Duolingo Moat Score Related Terms

MEX:DUOL vs PCTY, YOU, NAVN: Moat Score Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Duolingo's Moat Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Moat Score data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

Duolingo Moat Score vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Duolingo's Moat Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Duolingo's Moat Score falls into.


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What does a Moat Score of 5 mean?
Duolingo (MEX:DUOL) has a Moat Score of 5 as of Jul. 04, 2026. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. According to the industry distribution chart, Duolingo ranks #148 out of 2844 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 5.2%.
Is Duolingo's Moat Score too high?
Duolingo's current Moat Score is 5. Based on the distribution chart, Duolingo ranks #148 out of 2844 companies in the Software industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Duolingo has a GF Score™ of 69/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Duolingo's Moat Score compare to PCTY and YOU?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Duolingo ranks #148 out of 2844 companies for Moat Score. This places Duolingo in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Moat Score for a Software company?
A good Moat Score depends on the Software industry context. However, Moat Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Moat Score mean?
A high Moat Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Moat Score is a ranking system developed by GuruFocus to assess a company's ability to sustain a competitive advantage, rated on a scale from 0 to 10. It takes into account key factors such as market leadership, cost advantages, network effects, customer switching costs, and more. Duolingo's current Moat Score is 5. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Duolingo stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Duolingo (MEX:DUOL) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN6,859.01, compared to a current price of MXN2,196.00 — trading 68% below its estimated fair value. The current Moat Score is 5. Duolingo's overall GF Score™ is 69/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Moat Score calculated?
Moat Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Duolingo (MEX:DUOL), the current Moat Score is 5 as of Jul. 04, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Duolingo (MEX:DUOL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Duolingo stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN2,196.00 is trading 68% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN6,859.01. GuruFocus considers Duolingo to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:DUOL:

  • Moat Score: 5
  • GF Value™: MXN6,859.01 vs. price of MXN2,196.00 (68% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 69/100 with 5 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:DUOL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Duolingo Business Description

Other Exchanges DUOL:USADUOL34:Brazil
Address 5900 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, USA, 15206
Duolingo Inc is a technology company that develops a mobile learning platform to learn languages. Its products are powered by sophisticated data analytics and artificial intelligence and delivered with class art, animation, and design to make it easier for learners to stay motivated, master new material, and achieve their learning goals. Its solutions include the Duolingo Language Learning App, Super Duolingo, Duolingo English Test: AI-Driven Language Assessment, Duolingo For Schools, Duolingo ABC, and Duolingo Math. It has four predominant sources of revenue: time-based subscriptions, in-app advertising placement by third parties, the Duolingo English Test, and In-App purchases. Geographically, the company generates revenue from its customers in the United States and other markets.
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