Comparison

Learn Chinese Fast? vs Mandarin AI

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

Head to head
About

Learn Chinese Fast?

This app offers an entertaining approach to learning Mandarin Chinese through a talk show format. It uses mnemonic entertainment principles to help users learn vocabulary and phrases without traditional studying or memorization. Enjoy comedy, music, and engaging segments to accelerate your language acquisition.

Highlights
  • Talk show format for language learning
  • Mnemonic entertainment principles
  • Learn without memorization or tests
  • Interactive PIE-Smashing Dialogues
  • COMBO-Word-Cooking game
  • TONGUE-Twisting Sitcoms
Features
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"A LATE NIGHT TALK SHOW" (For learning Chinese.) "The Mandarin Show" is the most entertaining language learning app on the planet. And you can learn to speak Mandarin Chinese up to 3X faster just by watching the "show:" - PIE-Smashing Dialogues! - DUNG-Lighting Demos! - FAN-Food-Fighting! - COLD-LUNG Eating! - FUNKY-Wind Singing! - PING-The-Bottle Game! - COMBO-Word-Cooking! - TONGUE-Twisting Sitcoms! - and more... TRY IT FREE FOR 7 DAYS. Check out "The Mandarin Show" and see how much fun it is to learn to speak Mandarin. Try it FREE for 7 days. CAN LEARNING CHINESE BE A FORM OF "ENTERTAINMENT?" "The Mandarin Show" is a NEW form of language learning app that looks and sounds just like a late night talk show... for learning Mandarin Chinese. OUR GUARANTEE: "The Mandarin Show" is the ONLY app on the planet where you can watch Mandarin comedians from Beijing to Broadway, who will DO ANYTHING to teach you how to speak Chinese. BUT WHAT'S EVEN MORE EXCITING? It's all about what you DON'T DO on "The Mandarin Show:" 1) You DON'T study Mandarin. 2) You DON'T do Mandarin tests. 3) You DON'T MEMORIZE Mandarin. SO... HOW DO YOU LEARN? That's easy: you just sit back... and WATCH the "SHOW." THE "STUPID SECRET" TO SUCCESS: Studies show that you can learn Chinese words up to 3X faster by watching "The Mandarin Show." But how is it possible that an app that critics call "stupidly easy" and "insanely entertaining" be so successful at teaching Mandarin? HINT: "The Mandarin Show" app is based on a stupidly simple formula: "MANDARIN = ENGLISH" Mandarin = English? (No, that's not a typo.) On "The Mandarin Show" you can WATCH Mandarin Chinese words as they "TRANSFORM" themselves into English. "TOTALLY MENTAL" CONNECTIONS Here's how it works: "The Mandarin Show" literally "SHOWS" you how Mandarin words and their English meanings are linked together with logical, MENTAL CONNECTIONS. So now, you don't need to MEMORIZE any Mandarin. You just WATCH the "show." It's that easy. "MNEMONIC ENTERTAINMENT?" "The Mandarin Show" is the first, and ONLY app that is based on the proven, scientific principles of "mnemonic entertainment." You learn by experiencing logical (and entertaining) mental CONNECTIONS between English and Mandarin words... instead of memorizing. And memorizing. And memorizing. "GLUE" YOUR MIND TO MANDARIN The original process of "mnemonic entertainment" was first discovered during language research by "GLU" (Global Learning Universe.) And today, each episode of "The Mandarin Show" GLUES Mandarin and English words together in your mind, through real, live performances on the 'show," with guests, gags, comedy sketches, sitcoms and music videos. IS IT JUST FOR BEGINNERS? Whether you are just starting out, or if you already know a little Mandarin, "The Mandarin Show" is a fast, fun and easy way to learn to speak Mandarin Chinese. WHAT ARE AUDIENCES SAYING? "Having way too much fun." John Riendeau, Boston, MA "You just WATCH it. That's it." William Murray, London, UK "I'm binge-speaking Mandarin." David Punch, Los Angeles, CA TRY IT OUT FOR FREE! (IT'S ONLY AVAILABLE HERE.) Check out "The Mandarin Show" for FREE and get Premium access to all 500 mini episodes of language entertainment. And, if you're having fun watching "The Mandarin Show" you can choose a Monthly, Annual, or Lifetime Premium subscription. TALK TO "THE MANDARIN SHOW." "The Mandarin Show" would like to hear from you. Let us know how you are doing. Please contact: chris@themandarinshow.com Terms of Use: https://themandarinshow.com/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://themandarinshow.com/privacy-policy/

About

Mandarin AI

This app simplifies learning languages that lack spaces, like Mandarin and Japanese, by breaking down complex sentences into understandable fragments. It supports multiple East Asian languages and offers AI model selection for a personalized learning experience.

Highlights
  • Sentence decompilation for complex languages
  • Multi-language support (Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, Japanese)
  • AI model selection for personalized learning
  • User-friendly interface
  • Vocabulary expansion
  • Cultural context learning
Features
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Embark on a unique journey into language learning with our innovative app. We specialize in breaking down complex sentences into simpler elements, making even languages without spaces, like Chinese and Japanese, effortlessly comprehensible. Currently supporting Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, and Japanese, our app is a versatile tool for language enthusiasts. New Features: - Sentence Decompilation: Easily grasp languages like Mandarin and Japanese. We dissect sentences into smaller fragments, clarifying their structure for better understanding. - Multi-Language Support: Expand your horizons with now included Cantonese, Korean, and Japanese. - AI Model Selection: Choose an AI model that suits your learning style. Customize your educational journey for a more personalized experience. - Language Setting Customization: Set the app in your native language for a smoother learning curve. Key Features: - AI-Powered Sentence Analysis: Break down sentences to aid in learning. Tackle challenging languages with ease. - User-Friendly Interface: Enjoy learning languages in a fun and simple way. Simplify your study of complex languages. - Vocabulary Expansion: Learn crucial words and phrases to enhance your language proficiency. - Cultural Context Learning: Dive into the culture behind the language. Understanding the culture enhances language comprehension. Explore a variety of languages with joy. Even the challenging Mandarin and Japanese become approachable with our app.

Screenshots

Learn Chinese Fast?4 screens
Mandarin AI4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Mandarin AI at 5.0 against Learn Chinese Fast?'s 4.4. Mandarin AI also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 5 weeks). Learn Chinese Fast?'s advantage is ratings volume (13 vs 3) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.1). 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. Learn Chinese Fast? sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $10.99 per month. Mandarin AI asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mandarin AI holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 13 and 3 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 75% of Learn Chinese Fast?'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Mandarin AI's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Learn Chinese Fast? ships an update every 5 weeks, Mandarin AI every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 3 level
Learn Chinese Fast? versus Mandarin AI: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn Chinese Fast?Mandarin AI
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.4 (13 ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings13 — better3
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size76 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGlobal Learning Universe, Inc.kargnas

Customer experience

Learn Chinese Fast?

All ratings13 ratings
Positive84.6%
Neutral0.0%
Negative15.4%
Written reviews8 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%

Mandarin AI

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Learn Chinese Fast?

Subscriptions6
  • Play Videos$10.991 Month
  • 3-Month Plan7 Days trial$27.003 Months
  • Quarterly Subscription Plan$33.003 Months
Show 3 more
  • 1 Year Plan7 Days trial$48.001 Year
  • Annual Subscription$49.001 Year
  • Play Videos$49.996 Months
One-time4
  • Life-time Plan$64.00
  • Play Videos$69.99
  • One Time Purchase$77.00
Show 1 more
  • Play Videos$99.99
None

Mandarin AI

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Learn Chinese Fast? free?
Learn Chinese Fast? is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mandarin AI free?
Mandarin AI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Learn Chinese Fast? or Mandarin AI?
Mandarin AI is rated higher. Learn Chinese Fast? averages 4.4 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while Mandarin AI averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Learn Chinese Fast? or Mandarin AI have ads?
Neither Learn Chinese Fast? nor Mandarin AI shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Learn Chinese Fast? or Mandarin AI?
Learn Chinese Fast? ships an update every 5 weeks, and Mandarin AI every 4 days. Most recently, Learn Chinese Fast? was updated on November 3, 2026 and Mandarin AI on November 4, 2026.

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