Best apps like Japanese Ruby

10+ similar apps compared and reviewed

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Updated July 2026

Japanese Ruby is great, but it's not the only option. Explore 10+ similar apps for iPhone and iPad, each reviewed and rated by real users. Find free alternatives, premium upgrades, and hidden gems.

Top Alternatives to Japanese Ruby

Candle Minder#1

Candle Minder by Crystal Frommert

A reminder every minute
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
5.0(1 ratings)
Free
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This app provides a minute-by-minute reminder to ensure candles are safely extinguished. Its simple interface allows for quick setup, offering peace of mind and helping to prevent fire hazards for candle enthusiasts.

Furiganify!#2

Furiganify! by telethon k.k.

Furigana for Safari
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
3.9(7 ratings)
Free
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This extension adds Japanese reading aids (Furigana) to text displayed in Safari. It processes all data locally for enhanced privacy and offers customization options for learning. Choose between Romaji or Hiragana, and filter by school grade or JLPT level.

Furigana PDF#3

Furigana PDF by telethon k.k.

Add Furigana to PDF Documents
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.0(2 ratings)
Free
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Easily add furigana reading aids to Japanese PDF documents. This app automatically annotates Kanji characters and allows customization to match your PDF's layout. You can also scan paper documents and add furigana, with all processing done offline for privacy.

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Simple Furigana
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Add Furigana to Japanese Text
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Easily add ruby characters (furigana) to Japanese text. This app supports both hiragana and romaji annotations for kanji, and works with both vertical and horizontal layouts. Share or print your annotated text, or use the extension to add furigana directly within other apps like Safari.

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Furigana Camera - Kanji Reader
Furigana Camera - Kanji Reader
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This app uses your device's camera to add furigana (pronunciation guides) and romanized characters to Japanese text in photos. It supports both vertical and horizontal layouts, with adjustable font sizes and a dark mode option for comfortable reading.

Add furigana to kanji via cameraConvert text from photos and cameraSupports vertical and horizontal text
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Kaku: Japanese Notebook
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This app aids in learning Japanese with tools for translation, word lookup, and conjugation. It offers features like sentence translation, audio playback with text highlighting, and synced notes across devices. Ideal for beginners and intermediate learners seeking a comprehensive Japanese study aid.

Live feedback sentence translatorWord lookup via Jisho.orgVerb, noun, and adjective conjugation
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(0)
free with in-app purchases