Coban vs manaba 出席
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Coban
This app offers comprehensive support for learning Japanese, covering everything from basic characters to advanced grammar and vocabulary. It includes audio pronunciations, diverse learning modes like flashcards and exercises, and content tailored for all proficiency levels, from beginner to advanced.
- Hiragana, katakana, kanji, and vocabulary
- JLPT N5-N3 grammar coverage
- Audio pronunciation for all content
- Flashcards and practice exercises
- Shadowing and dictation exercises
- Japanese stories and cultural readings
- Advanced podcasts for N2/N1 learners
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Learn Japanese from hiragana to JLPT N1 with structured lessons for vocabulary, kanji, grammar, listening, reading, and review — all in one app. Coban is designed for learners who want to understand Japanese, not simply memorize it. Learn grammar and vocabulary in context, recognize patterns, and build the skills you need to understand and use Japanese naturally. — STUDY FROM N5 TO N1 Follow a structured learning path from beginner Japanese to advanced JLPT content. • 7,500+ vocabulary words • 2,100+ kanji • 490+ grammar points • 2,500+ example sentences • JLPT N5, N4, N3, N2, and N1 content — LEARN WITH AUDIO More than 12,000 audio recordings help you connect written Japanese with natural pronunciation. Listen to vocabulary and example sentences, practice shadowing, and strengthen your listening comprehension as you study. — REVIEW WHAT YOU LEARN Use quizzes and SRS review to reinforce vocabulary, kanji, and grammar and focus your study on what you need to remember. — STUDY JAPANESE OFFLINE Coban’s learning content is stored on your device, so you can continue studying even without an internet connection. — BUILT FOR REAL JAPANESE Coban goes beyond JLPT test preparation. Lessons are designed to help you see how Japanese works in context so you can apply what you learn to reading, listening, conversation, and everyday communication. Whether you are just starting Japanese or working toward JLPT N1, Coban gives you a complete Japanese study library you can keep using as your skills grow.
manaba 出席
This application integrates with manaba to manage attendance. It allows users to record attendance via voice or attendance codes, view submission history, and check attendance status for each class. Requires a contract with manaba attendance management option by your educational institution.
- Attendance management via manaba
- Voice-based attendance recording
- Attendance code submission
- View submission history
- Check attendance status per class
- Sync with web browser submissions
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このアプリでは manaba と連携して出席管理ができるようになります。 ※本アプリの利用にはご所属の教育機関で manaba 出席管理オプションのご契約が必要です。 アプリのログイン後にできることは以下です。 ・ manaba のコースや履修情報との連携(一部タイムラグがございます) ・音声通信を使用した出席記録の提出 ・出席コードを使用した出席記録の提出 ・提出履歴の確認 ・各授業(コマ)の出席状況の確認 ・Webブラウザから提出した出席記録との同期 ※今後拡張する可能性もございます。
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Coban at 81% against manaba 出席's 17%. Coban also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 6 months) and device support (3 vs 1). manaba 出席's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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
Both are free to download. Coban sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. manaba 出席 asks for nothing beyond the download.
Coban ships an update weekly, manaba 出席 every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Coban | manaba 出席 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (621 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 80.7% of reviews — better | 16.7% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 621 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Weekly — better | Every 6 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 16.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 661 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Akira NOGUCHI | Asahi Net, Inc. |
Customer experience
Coban
manaba 出席
Bugs and requests
Coban
Reported bugs
3 issues- Drag and drop feature not working
- Crashes after completing quizzes
- Vocabulary lessons causing the app to freeze
Requested features
4 requests- Expand to higher JLPT levels (N3, N2, N1)
- Add a placement test to determine user's level
- Improve vocabulary practice and review options
- Offer an ad-free version for a one-time purchase
manaba 出席
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Coban
- Premium User$6.991 Month
- Premium User$39.906 Months
- Premium User$59.991 Year
- Lifetime Upgrade$59.99
- Lifetime Access$99.99
manaba 出席
No in-app purchases









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