Comparison

Bunpo vs WordHaven

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

Head to head
About

Bunpo

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
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Learn languages with Bunpo! Learn Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Arabic, English and more! Master speaking, grammar, and vocabulary from beginner to advanced, trusted by over 5 million learners worldwide. From your first Hiragana あ to JLPT N1, from "annyeong" to a real Korean conversation, or any of our 10+ languages, Bunpo takes you from day one to fluency. ========= Why Bunpo works for language learning - Speak from day one: Start speaking from your very first lesson with advanced speech recognition technology. - 10+ languages, one app: Learn Japanese, Korean, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Arabic, and English, and switch between them anytime without juggling multiple apps. - Grammar that makes sense: Detailed explanations in plain English, plus exercises that make it stick. - Smart review: A personalized study plan powered by spaced repetition (SRS) so you remember more, faster. - From the alphabet to advanced: Start with your very first character and build all the way to advanced grammar, whatever language you choose. Whether you're learning for travel, a higher grade, JLPT, a career boost, or just to feel confident in a new conversation, Bunpo's got your back. ========= Japanese Course - Master the Japanese alphabets (Hiragana & Katakana) so you can read menus, train signs, and even your favorite manga without guessing. - Learn Japanese grammar for every JLPT level (N5 to N1) with clear, no-nonsense explanations because "This is a pen" will only get you so far. - Build real-world Japanese vocabulary and kanji knowledge you can actually use in daily conversations, not just in textbooks. - Practice with 1,800+ Japanese example sentences and 8,000+ interactive quizzes designed to make new grammar and vocab stick. - Search any topic instantly in the Japanese grammar dictionary, perfect for "What does that mean again?" moments. - Review smarter, not harder, with a spaced repetition system (SRS) that reminds you before you forget. ========= Korean Course - Master the Korean alphabet (Hangul) with a guided chart, listening, and writing practice. - Build Korean vocabulary you'll actually use in everyday conversations. - Practice reading, writing, listening, and speaking so every skill grows together. ========= Spanish Course - Learn Spanish offline - Master Spanish grammar from A1 to B1 level - Spanish verb conjugation - Perfect your Spanish pronunciation ========= French Course - Learn French offline - Master French grammar from A1 to A2 level - French verb conjugation - Perfect your French pronunciation ========= German Course - Learn German offline - Master German grammar from A1 to C1 level - German verb conjugation - Perfect your German pronunciation ========= Chinese Course - Learn Chinese offline - Master Chinese vocabulary and phrases - Listen, speak, and write Chinese ========= Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://bunpo.app/privacy.html Any feedback? Feel free to contact us at: iphone@bunpo.app

About

WordHaven

This word game challenges players to create words from random letters, sharpen spelling, and expand vocabulary. Compete with friends or practice solo with a vast dictionary and customizable game settings.

Highlights
  • Create words from random letters
  • Multiplayer competitions with live leaderboards
  • Shuffle letters for a fresh challenge
  • Invite friends to play
  • Review missed words and progress
  • Customize game length and letter count
  • Access over 160,000 English words with meanings
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Unlock the Power of Words with WordHaven! Are you ready to embark on a word adventure that will challenge your vocabulary, sharpen your spelling, and train your brain to see patterns? If so, look no further than WordHaven - the ultimate word game that brings fun, competition, and learning together in one elegant package. Train Your Brain: Challenge yourself to create words from random letters and see how well you can perform under pressure. With a racing clock and the option to compete against your friends, every moment counts. Key Features: Simple Elegance: Enjoy a clean and stylish design that enhances your gaming experience. Multiplayer Madness: Join live leaderboards and compete with friends in exciting multiplayer competitions. Shuffle and Reshuffle: Change up the game by toggling to shuffle the letters for a fresh challenge. Invite Friends: Challenge your buddies to a game using a unique code or join their games effortlessly. Find and Join: Join games using access codes and dive right into the action. Never Miss a Beat: Access words you missed even after the game ends, and review your progress. Customize Your Game: Set the game length and the number of random letters generated to match your preferences. Fun for All Ages: Perfect for both children and adults, WordHaven offers word and spelling games for everyone. Solo Play: Practice and improve your skills with the solo version. Vast Vocabulary: Access an extensive library of over 160,000 English words, complete with meanings, synonyms, and antonyms, all for free. Word History: Review your saved vocabulary words at any time. Auto-Save: Your games are automatically saved, so you can pick up where you left off. We Want to Hear from You: Have feedback or an issue? Shoot us an email at akol@berkeley.edu. Privacy Matters: Rest assured, we take your privacy seriously. Check out our Privacy Policy at https://www.privacypolicies.com/live/bfd8aa0e-0d10-4c1b-aa34-af657e51551c. Terms of Use: For all the legalities, take a look at our Terms of Use here: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Don't miss out on the word game of a lifetime. Download WordHaven now and start your journey to word mastery

Screenshots

Bunpo4 screens
WordHaven4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bunpo at every 9 days against WordHaven's every 11 months. Bunpo also leads on ratings volume (18K vs 3). WordHaven's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.0). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Bunpo sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and WordHaven sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Bunpo against 5.0 for WordHaven. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bunpo has 18K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bunpo ships an update every 9 days, WordHaven every 11 months. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bunpo versus WordHaven: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBunpoWordHaven
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (18K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews72.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings18K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 11 months
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size202 MB58 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBunpo Language LearningJohn Akol Akol Kuan

Customer experience

Bunpo

All ratings18,129 ratings
Positive98.0%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews1,151 reviews
Positive72.3%
Neutral9.3%
Negative18.4%

WordHaven

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Bunpo

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

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

WordHaven

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Bunpo

Subscriptions5
  • Bunpo Plus Monthly2 variants$9.991 Month
  • Bunpo Platinum Monthly7 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Month
  • Bunpo Plus Yearly$29.991 Year
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  • Bunpo Plus Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Bunpo Platinum Yearly7 Days trial2 variants$79.991 Year
One-time2
  • Bunpo Plus Lifetime$39.99
  • Bunpo Plus Lifetime$44.99
1 purchases

WordHaven

Subscriptions1
  • WordApp Pro14 Days trial$3.991 Month

Questions

Is Bunpo free?
Bunpo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is WordHaven free?
WordHaven is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bunpo or WordHaven?
WordHaven is rated higher. Bunpo averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while WordHaven averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Which is updated more often, Bunpo or WordHaven?
Bunpo ships an update every 9 days, and WordHaven every 11 months. Most recently, Bunpo was updated on October 22, 2026 and WordHaven on October 11, 2026.

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