TryShadowing vs Parroto
Both TryShadowing and Parroto help you practise English with shadowing and dictation. The biggest difference is the content source: with TryShadowing you paste any YouTube link (with captions) and it builds a lesson instantly, while Parroto focuses on its own curated library. Here is a side-by-side look.
Choose TryShadowing if…
You want to shadow a specific YouTube video (a song, TED talk, movie clip) — just paste the link
You want both shadowing and dictation on the same sentence, with instant scoring
You prefer to start with no account and no install
Choose Parroto if…
You prefer a ready-made, hand-picked library and don't want to choose videos yourself
You like Parroto's specific content mix (films, news, conversation)
FAQ
Is TryShadowing free like Parroto?
Yes. TryShadowing is free to practise every day, with an optional Premium plan if you want to remove daily limits. No account is required to get started.
Can I use my own YouTube videos?
With TryShadowing, yes — paste any YouTube link that has captions and it builds a shadowing + dictation lesson automatically.
Which is better for pronunciation?
Both give speaking feedback. TryShadowing scores your pronunciation instantly on each sentence and also lets you compare with the original audio.
Try it on any YouTube video — free, no sign-up.
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Information about Parroto is based on publicly available details and may change. Last reviewed 2026.