Comparison

MyChinesePal vs Shiner

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

Head to head
About

MyChinesePal

This utility app aids in learning Chinese by providing HSK 1-6 vocabulary with translations, stroke order demonstrations, and handwriting practice. Users can mark words for review and switch between simplified and traditional characters.

Highlights
  • HSK 1-6 vocabulary lists
  • Chinese-English translation
  • Stroke order demonstration
  • Handwriting self-exam
  • Mark words for review
  • Simplified/Traditional Chinese toggle
Features
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MyChinesePal is an utility app designed for people who are learning Chinese. - HSK 1-6 Vocabulary:  1) Chinese-English translation. 2) Step-by-step stroke order demonstration. 3) Chinese character hand writing self exam and stroke order animation. 4) Able to mark words for later review. 5) Able to switch between simplified Chinese and traditional Chinese. - Supported by open source CC-CEDICT and Kaifangcidian.

About

Shiner

This monitoring application simplifies inverter setup and configuration for installers. End customers can easily track device performance and operational status in real-time through a user-friendly interface. It offers a comprehensive solution for managing energy systems.

Highlights
  • Quick inverter setup
  • Easy activation and debugging
  • Efficient configuration
  • Real-time device monitoring
  • Operational status updates
  • User-friendly interface
Features
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Shiner APP - One-Stop Monitoring Solution Shiner APP is the latest monitoring application developed by Growatt, currently supporting the North American MIN-XH-US series models and available in a trial phase. Whether you are an installer or an end customer, Shiner APP offers a convenient user experience. For Installers: · Quick Setup: Simplifies the installation and configuration process of inverters. · Easy Activation: Activate, upgrade, and debug inverters effortlessly through the app. · Efficient Configuration: Intuitive configuration process enhances installation efficiency. For End Customers: · Real-Time Monitoring: Directly monitor the operational status of your devices through the app. · Status Updates: Always stay updated with the latest operational information of your devices to ensure system stability. · User-Friendly Interface: Easily understand and manage the performance of your devices with an intuitive interface. Shiner APP provides a one-stop solution for installers and end customers, ensuring a seamless experience from installation to daily monitoring.

Screenshots

MyChinesePal4 screens
Shiner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: MyChinesePal at 5.0 against Shiner's 1.7. MyChinesePal also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.6). Shiner's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. MyChinesePal sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Shiner asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MyChinesePal holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Shiner has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
MyChinesePal versus Shiner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyChinesePalShiner
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better1.7 (21 ratings)
Positive reviews—18.2% of reviews
Number of ratings121 — better
Update frequency—Every 5 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size224 MB89 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWanchun ZhangShenzhen Growatt New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd

Customer experience

MyChinesePal

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Shiner

All ratings20 ratings
Positive15.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative85.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive18.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative81.8%

In-app purchases

7 purchases

MyChinesePal

One-time7
  • HSK1$16.99
  • HSK2$16.99
  • HSK4$16.99
Show 4 more
  • HSK3$16.99
  • HSK5$22.99
  • HSK6$28.99
  • HSK Bundle$109.99
None

Shiner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MyChinesePal free?
MyChinesePal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Shiner free?
Shiner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, MyChinesePal or Shiner?
MyChinesePal is rated higher. MyChinesePal averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Shiner averages 1.7 from 21 ratings.
Do MyChinesePal or Shiner have ads?
MyChinesePal shows ads; Shiner does not.

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