Comparison

Learn Japanese vs RomajiConvert

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Learn Japanese

Enhance your Japanese language skills by reading native content daily. This app offers one-tap word lookups with audio, automatic furigana, and flashcard creation to help you memorize new vocabulary. Track your progress with word and kanji tracking, and access curated reading materials or your own content.

Highlights
  • One-tap word lookups with audio
  • Automatic furigana
  • Flashcard creation and review
  • Word and kanji tracking
  • Curated and custom reading materials
  • EPUB ebook support
  • Offline-friendly
Features
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Expand your Japanese vocabulary and kanji comprehension by getting in the habit of reading short, native content daily. Manabi Reader makes it easy to jump into interesting material without having to worry about your level: just one tap on any word you don't know to see its reading and definition. Tap again to add flashcards into Manabi or Anki. Don't waste time trying to find engaging reading material—a curated selection of news feeds, online magazines, blogs, folktales and ebooks are collected here for you. You can of course also open any webpage or RSS feed in Manabi Reader to help you through it. Make a habit out of getting your news in Japanese and you'll find your skills multiply. With even a few minutes each day, reading is essential to picking up Japanese. Memory is one of those things where it sticks best when you're having fun, so dive in! • Read native texts. • One-tap word lookups (with audio!). • Word tracking: you'll see how much of an article's vocabulary is already familiar. New words are highlighted for you. • Kanji tracking: we'll also track the kanji you're familiar with as you read articles. Check your progress within JLPT levels. • One-tap flashcard creation: memorize the words you look up. • Review flashcards from an article once you're done reading it. • Automatic furigana. • BYOC (bring your own content) via URL or copy/paste; or, choose from our curated selection of reading materials. • EPUB ebooks. • 3rd-party dictionary apps are supported. • Offline-friendly. • Respects your privacy like a web browser. ========================= The core app is fully functional without payment. Word tracking behaviors are limited to a subset as a preview. The companion Manabi flashcard app is limited to 10 flashcard reviews per day. Full word tracking functionality as well as unlimited flashcard reviews in the companion app may be purchased as a subscription. You may purchase a subscription, which will be charged to your iTunes Account upon purchase and will auto-renew within 24 hours prior to the end of the purchasing period. You can manage this in your Account Settings after purchase. Manabi Reader subscriptions are offered on a monthly or annual basis, with free trials—the annual subscriptions offer a discounted rate. This purchase supports the ongoing development of Manabi. We offer a substantial discount for students, educators, and parents. Privacy Policy: https://manabi.io/privacy-policy/ Terms of Service: https://manabi.io/terms-of-service/ Chat with Team Manabi: https://tawk.to/manabi

About

RomajiConvert

Features
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Discover the power of RomajiConvert, the ultimate companion for swiftly converting Japanese text to Romaji and effortlessly translating it into English. Unravel the beauty of the Japanese language and bridge the linguistic gap with precision and ease. Key Features: Seamless Romaji Conversion: Seamlessly transform intricate Japanese characters into Romaji with a single tap. Decode Kanji, Hiragana, and Katakana into their phonetic forms, making reading and pronunciation second nature. Instant English Translation: Elevate your comprehension with lightning-fast English translations of Romaji text. Unlock a world of understanding as you effortlessly switch between languages. Text-to-Speech Brilliance: Immerse yourself in the auditory realm with our remarkable text-to-speech functionality. Hear your translated text come alive in crystal-clear audio, aiding pronunciation and enriching your language experience. User-Friendly Interface: RomajiConvert boasts an intuitive interface tailored for both beginners and language enthusiasts. Enter your Japanese text, convert, translate, and listen – all with a tap of your finger. Real-Time Conversion: Witness the magic unfold in real-time as your Japanese text morphs into Romaji. Immerse yourself in the speed and accuracy of instant translation. Sleek and Responsive Design: RomajiConvert's sleek design adapts seamlessly to all iOS devices. From iPhones to iPads, enjoy consistent performance and unparalleled convenience wherever you are. Embark on a journey of linguistic exploration with RomajiConvert. Whether you're a traveler, a student, or simply curious about the Japanese language, our app empowers you to grasp, speak, and comprehend with confidence. Download RomajiConvert now and unleash the true essence of Japanese language conversion and translation!

Screenshots

Learn Japanese4 screens
RomajiConvert4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: RomajiConvert at none against Learn Japanese's 7. Learn Japanese's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Learn Japanese sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. RomajiConvert asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Learn Japanese ships an update every 11 days, RomajiConvert every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Learn Japanese versus RomajiConvert: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn JapaneseRomajiConvert
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (233 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews73.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings233 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size202 MB36 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperJohn A EhlkeAshen Ishanka Costha

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Learn Japanese

Subscriptions7
  • Monthly Subscription (Student)$4.991 Month
  • Monthly1 Month trial$7.991 Month
  • Monthly$7.991 Month
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  • Annual Subscription (Student)1 Year trial$12.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription (Student)$14.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription$39.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription1 Year trial$39.991 Year
None

RomajiConvert

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Learn Japanese free?
Learn Japanese is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is RomajiConvert free?
RomajiConvert is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Learn Japanese or RomajiConvert have ads?
Neither Learn Japanese nor RomajiConvert shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Learn Japanese or RomajiConvert?
Learn Japanese ships an update every 11 days, and RomajiConvert every 2 months. Most recently, Learn Japanese was updated on October 29, 2026 and RomajiConvert on October 27, 2026.

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