Comparison

Cats InputPad Pro vs Cantonese Jyutping AI

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

Head to head
About

Cats InputPad Pro

Features
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Writing Chinese is a breeze if you use the Chinese Alphabet Teaching System. You can also input the same way as you write Chinese. It is the fastest way of inputting Chinese, and even better, by using it, you also learn how to write Chinese characters better. It is the ideal way of implementing the EasyChinese method of learning Chinese. Version 2.0 is fully modernized for today's iPhones and iPads: full-screen support on every device, a native keyboard look in light and dark mode, and improved stability throughout. Compose your text in the app, then copy it for use anywhere. This is the complete Pro version — no ads, long-press reverse lookup showing the stroke code of any character, and the IICore characters database for input of more than 12,000 Chinese characters.

About

Cantonese Jyutping AI

This app offers a comprehensive tool for learning Cantonese, featuring multi-language translation, various input methods including photo and voice, and accurate Jyutping transcriptions with audio pronunciation. It also includes timely practice reminders and a home screen widget for quick access.

Highlights
  • Home screen widget for fast access
  • Translate over 100 languages into Cantonese
  • Translate Cantonese to Japanese, Korean, etc.
  • Scan, photo, voice, keyboard, and handwriting input
  • Accurate Jyutping for over 20,000 characters
  • Crystal-clear audio pronunciation
  • Timely practice reminders
Features
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Explore the exceptional features that await you: • NEW! Widget for Fast Access: Add widget right to your Home Screen for easier and immediate access • Multi-language support: Translate over 100 languages directly into Cantonese • Translate from Cantonese to Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and more • Multiple text input options: Scan live text, import photos, utilize speech-to-text, or choose keyboard/handwriting input • Comprehensive transcriptions: Get accurate Jyutping for over 20000 Chinese characters • Audio pronunciation: Immerse yourself in a top-notch learning experience with crystal-clear and precise audio pronunciations • Timely reminders: Stay on track with regular notifications that remind you to practice Cantonese Subscription details: • Monthly Plan for 1 month, Bi-annual Plan for 6 months, or Yearly Plan for 1 year • Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period • Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal • Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase • Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable For subscription plan and billing questions, contact Apple Support. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://4dcreatives.ca/policy

Screenshots

Cats InputPad Pro4 screens
Cantonese Jyutping AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Cats InputPad Pro at none against Cantonese Jyutping AI's 3. Cats InputPad Pro also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Cantonese Jyutping AI's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 22 months). On price, ads and device support 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. Cantonese Jyutping AI sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Cats InputPad Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Cats InputPad Pro ships an update every 22 months, Cantonese Jyutping AI every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Cats InputPad Pro versus Cantonese Jyutping AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCats InputPad ProCantonese Jyutping AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.4 (28 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—28 — better
Update frequencyEvery 22 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB11 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYIU LEUNG RANDY CHAN4D Creatives Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Cats InputPad Pro

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Cantonese Jyutping AI

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Plan$2.991 Month
  • Biannual (6-Month) Plan$6.996 Months
  • Yearly Plan1 Year trial$9.991 Year

Questions

Is Cats InputPad Pro free?
Cats InputPad Pro is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Cantonese Jyutping AI free?
Cantonese Jyutping AI is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Cats InputPad Pro or Cantonese Jyutping AI have ads?
Neither Cats InputPad Pro nor Cantonese Jyutping AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Cats InputPad Pro or Cantonese Jyutping AI?
Cats InputPad Pro ships an update every 22 months, and Cantonese Jyutping AI every 3 days. Most recently, Cats InputPad Pro was updated on October 29, 2026 and Cantonese Jyutping AI on November 3, 2026.

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