# HSK 3 Hero - Learn Chinese — HSK3 Mandarin Study Guide

> Chinese character and vocabulary learning app for HSK 3 proficiency. (iPhone/iPad app by Handtechnics.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsk-3-hero-learn-chinese/id1128820514 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Handtechnics](https://appshunter.io/developer/505784461)
- Category: Education, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.90/5 from 30 App Store ratings · 27 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 23 more
- Released: 2016-06-30
- Data updated: 2026-08-20
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsk-3-hero-learn-chinese/id1128820514/reviews.md

## What is HSK 3 Hero?

*** Used by countless Chinese language learners worldwide, HSK Hero is the most effective Chinese word and character learning app!

The Hero Method allows you to quickly master Chinese characters by enforcing a recall and recognition process, essential for long-term memory. 

HSK 3 Hero covers 300 basic words in the Chinese language, which are based on the Chinese level 3 proficiency exam (HSK 3).

This app supports both simplified (mainland China) and traditional (Hong Kong, Taiwan) Chinese characters.

What learners around the world are saying:

** United States - Awesome Design. Forgot I was learning. This is a very appealing app. I feel like I'm playing a cute phone game as I improve my 汉语。

** United States - Wonderful. This is a great app. Learning Chinese characters is fun and easy. Always look forward to playing and trying to reach my next Chinese level.

** Thailand - Another five star app worth the download! I am absolutely enjoying this thank you so much for creating this game! I get to learn Chinese as well as have a fun time doing so. Brilliant and fully deserving of five stars. I truly love this app!

** Portugal - Great way to test and train your Chinese. 

** Kenya - I strongly recommend HSK Hero. It has greatly helped improve my vocabulary, as well as helped me learn characters.

** China - Very effective and efficient way of learning Chinese Characters. Really helps to identify characters for reading and gives a good grounding for development of writing skills.

** Australia - Wonderful tool to practice your character recognition.

** India - Fab! A fun way to learn characters .. It can’t get easier than this! Love it!

** United Kingdom - Really good app to practice those characters you're unsure of! Keep playing everyday and you're sure to perfect your learning!

** United States - This app is an excellent bridge between learning the spoken language and learning the meanings of the words by focusing on just RECOGNIZING the words. 

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Please contact Mike at handtechnics@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments. Have fun learning!

## Key features

- Hero Method for character mastery
- Recall and recognition exercises
- Covers 300 HSK 3 words
- Supports simplified and traditional characters
- Engaging and game-like learning experience

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Everything | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 27)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hsk-3-hero-learn-chinese/id1128820514/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 犯人ふあはたさたさたさ

*2022-04-02, version 3.6*

ある程度理解できていれば使えます。
良いです

### 5/5 — Great fun

*2019-11-07*

Super way to practice. And practice makes perfect. Only thing is I can’t open the other levels.  Otherwise great.

### 2/5 — Too expensive

*2019-09-18, version 2.5*

concept is ok, you can learn but need to pay after 5 min and 10€ is sooo expensive! Why?

### 1/5 — Good one

*2018-12-03*

Helps a bit !

### 4/5 — Martina2389

*2018-12-01, version 2.3*

Great app

### 5/5 — Great game

*2018-11-17*

Helps me learn hsk3

### 5/5 — So

*2018-11-10*

Good

### 4/5 — Great app for learning

*2018-10-22*

This was an inventive way to learn Chinese.   I just wish there were more free levels.

### 3/5 — Просит оценить, чтобы пройти дальше

*2018-03-21, version 1.5*

Не читает слова

### 5/5 — Ok

*2018-01-04*

Nice just needs more levels without purchasing

## Frequently asked questions about HSK 3 Hero

### What does HSK 3 Hero do?

HSK 3 Hero is an educational app designed to help users master Chinese characters and vocabulary. It utilizes the 'Hero Method,' which focuses on recall and recognition to build long-term memory, specifically for the HSK 3 proficiency exam.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app's key features include the 'Hero Method' for effective character learning, exercises focused on recall and recognition, coverage of 300 essential HSK 3 words, and support for both simplified and traditional Chinese characters. The learning experience is designed to be engaging and game-like.

### How much does HSK 3 Hero cost?

The app is free to download and use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means you can access core learning features for free, with the option to buy additional content or features.

### What Chinese character sets does the app support?

HSK 3 Hero supports both simplified Chinese characters, commonly used in mainland China, and traditional Chinese characters, used in regions like Hong Kong and Taiwan. This makes the app versatile for learners from different backgrounds or with different study goals.

### Who is this app best suited for?

This app is ideal for anyone learning Mandarin Chinese, particularly those preparing for the HSK 3 proficiency exam. It's also beneficial for learners who want to improve their character recognition and vocabulary in a fun and effective way.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.9 — 2025-03-03

- minor fix

### 3.8 — 2025-02-18

Optimized for latest iPhone resolutions.

### 3.7 — 2023-12-28

- updated for iPhone 15,  iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max

### 3.6 — 2020-11-09

- minor interface update

### 3.5 — 2020-10-25

- updated for iPhone 12, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max screen resolutions

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