Comparison

Bunpo vs SakuraSpeak

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

SakuraSpeak

Practice Japanese through realistic role-play scenarios with an AI-powered speaking partner. Get instant feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and fluency to build confidence and improve your speaking skills for everyday use and travel.

Highlights
  • Japanese Role-Play Scenarios
  • AI-Powered Speaking Partner
  • Instant Feedback on Pronunciation, Grammar, Fluency
  • Daily Speaking Practice
  • Personalized Learning Paths
  • Progress Tracking
Features
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Sakuraspeak offers a unique, fun, and faster way to practice Japanese & Korean through conversations, designed for both language learners and travelers. “Speaking Japanese used to feel overwhelming whenever I needed to include specific details like dates, times, or numbers in a sentence. I’d get stuck halfway through and wasn’t sure how to connect everything properly. For instance, I wanted to say, ‘I’d like to make a dinner reservation for 2 people on Saturday at 6 pm,’ but I couldn’t figure out how to piece it all together. Thanks to Sakuraspeak, I was able to complete the sentence effortlessly. The app has been a lifesaver for those moments when I know part of what to say but need help to finish it confidently.” - Amanda D. “Your AI product is exactly the kind of thing that I've been hoping to find and to come to exist." - Thomas, Korean language learner for 20 years "So far I'm really liking the app. I've been using it to ask grammar questions and its been really useful. get to practice speaking and do some grammar study at the same time." - Crater “Before using Sakuraspeak, I struggled with speaking Japanese confidently because I wasn’t sure if I was making mistakes or using the right grammar. It was frustrating not knowing how to improve. With Sakuraspeak’s correction and explanation features, everything changed. The app not only points out my mistakes but also explains them clearly, so I can learn and avoid repeating them. Thanks to Sakuraspeak, I’m building confidence in speaking Japanese and making real progress every day!” - Benjamin Why Sakuraspeak? Real-Life Conversations: Practise speaking with role-play scenarios like ordering coffee, asking for directions, or ordering food at a restaurant – perfect for everyday use and travel AI-Powered Speaking Partner: Feel like you're talking to a real person. Our AI provides instant feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and fluency, helping you improve with every conversation. Daily Speaking Practice: Just 10 minutes a day! Conveniently fit SakuraSpeak into your daily routine, anytime, anywhere. Tailored for All Levels: Whether you’re a beginner or advanced learner, our app adapts to your pace and level. Key Features: Role-Play Scenarios: Experience different situations to learn how to speak the language like a local. Personalized Learning Paths: Tailored exercises based on your proficiency level. Daily Practice Reminders: Stay on track with daily notifications. Progress Tracking: Monitor your growth and celebrate your achievements. Speak Fluently: Regular practice to build fluency and boost confidence. At Sakuraspeak, we understand the challenges of learning a language. Our team created this app to provide an immersive, enjoyable, and effective way to learn languages. Practice speaking in realistic scenarios and feel confident wherever you go! Ready to Start Speaking? Try the app out today and start your journey to fluency. SAKURASPEAK MEMBERSHIP Sakuraspeak offers both monthly and annual auto-renewing subscriptions. Become a Sakuraspeak Member to gain unlimited access to all lessons, role-play scenarios, review material, and other content within Sakuraspeak. The subscription will automatically renew unless turned off in your iTunes Account Settings at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can go to your iTunes Account settings to manage your subscription and turn off auto-renew. Your iTunes Account will be charged when the purchase is confirmed. If you subscribe before your free trial ends, the rest of your free trial period will be forfeited as soon as your purchase is confirmed. Privacy Policy: https://sakuraspeak.app/privacy Terms of Service: https://sakuraspeak.app/terms

Screenshots

Bunpo4 screens
SakuraSpeak4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bunpo at 72% against SakuraSpeak's 44%. Bunpo also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and ratings volume (18K vs 2K). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 SakuraSpeak sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Bunpo holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bunpo has 18K ratings behind it against 2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 72% of Bunpo's written reviews are positive against 44% of SakuraSpeak's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bunpo ships an update every 9 days, SakuraSpeak every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Bunpo versus SakuraSpeak: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBunpoSakuraSpeak
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (18K ratings) — better4.6 (2K ratings)
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings18K — better2K
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size202 MB223 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBunpo Language LearningErvin Ang

Customer experience

Bunpo

All ratings18,129 ratings
Positive98.0%
Neutral0.7%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews1,155 reviews
Positive72.2%
Neutral9.4%
Negative18.4%

SakuraSpeak

All ratings2,015 ratings
Positive90.8%
Neutral3.8%
Negative5.5%
Written reviews117 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral4.3%
Negative51.3%

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

SakuraSpeak

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
15 purchases

SakuraSpeak

Subscriptions15
  • Full Access (weekly)$12.997 Days
  • Full Access (Monthly)1 Month trial$13.991 Month
  • Full Access (Monthly)7 Days trial$13.991 Month
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  • Full Access (Monthly)$17.991 Month
  • Full Access (Monthly)7 Days trial$17.991 Month
  • Full Access (Monthly)$19.991 Month
  • Full Access (Monthly)7 Days trial$24.991 Month
  • Full Access (Monthly)7 Days trial$29.991 Month
  • Full Access (Annual)3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Full Access (Annual)3 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Full Access (Annual)2 variants$79.991 Year
  • Full Access (Annual)7 Days trial$89.991 Year
  • Full Access (Annual)7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Full Access (Annual)$99.991 Year
  • Full Access (Annual)7 Days trial$119.991 Year

Questions

Is Bunpo free?
Bunpo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is SakuraSpeak free?
SakuraSpeak is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Bunpo or SakuraSpeak?
Bunpo is rated higher. Bunpo averages 4.9 out of 5 from 18K ratings, while SakuraSpeak averages 4.6 from 2K ratings.
Do Bunpo or SakuraSpeak have ads?
Neither Bunpo nor SakuraSpeak shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bunpo or SakuraSpeak?
Bunpo ships an update every 9 days, and SakuraSpeak every 5 days. Most recently, Bunpo was updated on October 26, 2026 and SakuraSpeak on October 25, 2026.

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