# LearnMatch vs Bunpo

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Bunpo at 18K against LearnMatch's 250. Bunpo also leads on update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). LearnMatch's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LearnMatch sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $20.99 per 3 months and Bunpo sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Bunpo holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bunpo has 18K ratings behind it against 250, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 73% and 73% positive.

LearnMatch ships an update monthly, Bunpo every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on July 6, 2026 and September 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LearnMatch | Bunpo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (250 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learnmatch-learn-languages/id1178670975/reviews) | **[4.9 (18K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bunpo-language-learning/id1279720052/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 250 | **18K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.8% of reviews** | 72.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 104 MB | 189 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [VE Vision Education GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249443073) | [Bunpo Language Learning](https://appshunter.io/developer/1279720051) |

## What reviewers say

### LearnMatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/learnmatch-learn-languages/id1178670975)

This app helps you learn new languages and master vocabulary through engaging exercises and personalized learning. It supports multiple languages and offers interactive games to make the learning process fun and effective.

**Highlights:** Learn 7 languages, Personalized vocabulary building, Multiple exercise types, Real-time multiplayer games, Comprehensive dictionary, Customizable avatar

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LearnMatch PREMIUM 3 m | $20.99 | per 3 months |
| LearnMatch PREMIUM 12 m | $58.99 | per year |
| Full version | $17.99 | one-time |
| Business Result 1 - Starter | $19.99 | one-time |
| Business Result 2 - Elementary | $19.99 | one-time |
| Business Result 3 - Pre-Interm | $19.99 | one-time |
| Business Result 4 - Intermed. | $19.99 | one-time |
| Business Result 5 - Upper-Int. | $19.99 | one-time |
| Business Result 6 - Advanced | $19.99 | one-time |


### Bunpo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bunpo-language-learning/id1279720052)

Master multiple languages with this comprehensive learning app. It offers detailed grammar explanations, vocabulary building, and smart review systems to help you progress from beginner to advanced levels. Learn Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, and Chinese with interactive exercises and personalized study plans.

**Highlights:** Learn 6 languages, Master grammar with detailed explanations, Build vocabulary and kanji knowledge, Spaced repetition for smart review, Interactive quizzes and example sentences, Offline learning for Spanish, French, German, Chinese

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bunpo Plus Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Bunpo Platinum Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Bunpo Platinum Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Bunpo Plus Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Bunpo Plus Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Bunpo Platinum Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Bunpo Platinum Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Bunpo Plus Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Bunpo Plus Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for learning Japanese
- 👍 Well-designed and organized
- 👍 Explains grammar and usage well
- 👍 Customizable to learning needs
- 👍 Effective spaced repetition

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Too much content locked behind paywall
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported
- 🐛 Issues with keyboard and text display
- 🐛 Inconsistencies in question answers
- 🔒 Lack of offline access to paid content

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes during lesson reviews
- Incorrect answers marked as wrong
- Text and keyboard issues on smaller screens
- Audio playback problems

**Requested features**

- Add landscape mode support for tablets
- Improve review options to revisit specific grammar points
- Expand vocabulary lessons and practice
- Add more languages beyond Japanese


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LearnMatch free?

LearnMatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Bunpo free?

Bunpo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LearnMatch or Bunpo?

Bunpo is rated higher. LearnMatch averages 4.7 out of 5 from 250 ratings, while Bunpo averages 4.9 from 18K ratings.

### Do LearnMatch or Bunpo have ads?

Neither LearnMatch nor Bunpo shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LearnMatch or Bunpo?

LearnMatch ships an update monthly, and Bunpo every 9 days. Most recently, LearnMatch was updated on July 6, 2026 and Bunpo on September 25, 2026.

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