Comparison

N3 N2 単語 vs JLPT N2 Study

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

Head to head
About

N3 N2 単語

This app helps users master Japanese vocabulary for N3 and N2 levels. It emphasizes a shadowing method, encouraging users to listen and repeat to improve pronunciation and speaking fluency. The goal is to support learners in achieving high results in their Japanese studies.

Highlights
  • N3 and N2 vocabulary sets
  • Shadowing method for pronunciation
  • Listening and repeating exercises
  • Supports Japanese language learning
  • Focus on speaking fluency
Features
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Similar to mimikara oboeru, I find this vocabulary set quite good for level N3 and N2. To study well and achieve high results, please learn by shadowing method. Listen and then repeat the text to help your mouth flow slightly while speaking and speaking. Wish you all learn Japanese well.

About

JLPT N2 Study

Prepare for the JLPT N2 exam by mastering essential vocabulary, grammar, and kanji. This app offers a comprehensive study experience to help you achieve your language learning goals.

Highlights
  • JLPT N2 vocabulary study
  • Grammar lessons
  • Kanji learning
  • Exam preparation
  • Comprehensive study materials
Features
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Study all the vocabulary, grammar, and kanji you need to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N2.

Screenshots

N3 N2 単語4 screens
JLPT N2 Study4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: N3 N2 単語 at 4.7 against JLPT N2 Study's 4.0. N3 N2 単語 also leads on ratings volume (14 vs 2). JLPT N2 Study's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 5 weeks). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

N3 N2 単語 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: N3 N2 単語 has 14 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

N3 N2 単語 ships an update every 5 weeks, JLPT N2 Study every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
N3 N2 単語 versus JLPT N2 Study: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterN3 N2 単語JLPT N2 Study
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (14 ratings) — better4.0 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.1 — better13.4
Further details — not scored
Size23 MB20 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVIEN NGUYEN VANChad Murobayashi

Customer experience

N3 N2 単語

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative8.3%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

JLPT N2 Study

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

None

N3 N2 単語

No in-app purchases

None

JLPT N2 Study

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is N3 N2 単語 free?
N3 N2 単語 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is JLPT N2 Study free?
JLPT N2 Study is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, N3 N2 単語 or JLPT N2 Study?
N3 N2 単語 is rated higher. N3 N2 単語 averages 4.7 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while JLPT N2 Study averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.
Do N3 N2 単語 or JLPT N2 Study have ads?
N3 N2 単語 shows ads; JLPT N2 Study does not.
Which is updated more often, N3 N2 単語 or JLPT N2 Study?
N3 N2 単語 ships an update every 5 weeks, and JLPT N2 Study every 2 weeks. Most recently, N3 N2 単語 was updated on October 24, 2026 and JLPT N2 Study on October 24, 2026.

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