Comparison

Bunpo vs HanDa

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

HanDa

Features
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HanDa is your personal Korean tutor — powered by AI that talks back, corrects every sentence, and explains the grammar as you go. Whether you're starting with Hangul or pushing toward fluency, HanDa turns daily practice into real conversations. WHY HANDA • Real conversations, not flashcards — chat or speak with four AI tutors, each with a distinct personality • Instant corrections — every message comes back with fixes, a grammar note, and natural alternatives • Hands-free voice mode — speak out loud and get corrected in real time, even with the screen off • Roleplay real situations — order food, change a reservation, handle an interview, and more • Pronunciation scoring — read aloud and get instant feedback A REAL COURSE, LESSON BY LESSON • Course tab — Hangul, then Levels 1 to 5, following a structured textbook course • Every lesson brings vocabulary, grammar practice, listening, and speaking together • Grammar you use — build sentences with each pattern instead of just reading about it LEARN EVERY DAY • Today's Grammar, Words, Conjugation, Dictation & Pronunciation — fresh picks at your level • Listen & Learn — graded readings with audio • Grammar dictionary — look up any pattern or idiom • Pattern writing — compose your own sentences, AI-checked STAY MOTIVATED • Daily XP, streaks, and leagues • Session scorecards rating grammar, vocabulary, fluency & more YOUR LEVEL, YOUR PACE From absolute beginner to advanced, HanDa adapts to you with a personalized roadmap and weekly plan. Available in English, 한국어, 日本語, Español, Français, Deutsch, and Русский. Start speaking Korean today. SUBSCRIPTION One Premium plan unlocks everything: 200 AI chat turns a day, voice practice, the full course, and the full library. Choose monthly ($10/month) or every 6 months ($49.99). Both start with a 7-day free trial. • Payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. • Auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the period ends. • Manage or cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. Terms of Use: https://handakorean.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://handakorean.com/privacy

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

Bunpo and HanDa are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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 8 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and HanDa sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Bunpo ships an update every 9 days, HanDa fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Bunpo versus HanDa: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBunpoHanDa
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (18K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews72.2% of reviews—
Number of ratings18K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size239 MB142 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperBunpo Language LearningJAEYEON JO

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

HanDa

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

8 purchases

Bunpo

Subscriptions6
  • 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 trial$79.991 Year
  • Bunpo Platinum Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time2
  • Bunpo Plus Lifetime$39.99
  • Bunpo Plus Lifetime$44.99
4 purchases

HanDa

Subscriptions4
  • Premium Monthly7 Days trial$10.001 Month
  • Host Monthly7 Days trial$25.001 Month
  • Premium 6 Months7 Days trial$49.996 Months
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  • Host Annual7 Days trial$250.001 Year

Questions

Is Bunpo free?
Bunpo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HanDa free?
HanDa is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Bunpo or HanDa have ads?
Neither Bunpo nor HanDa shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Bunpo or HanDa?
Bunpo ships an update every 9 days, and HanDa fortnightly. Most recently, Bunpo was updated on October 30, 2026 and HanDa on October 28, 2026.

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