Repeat Learn Basic vs Kanji Write
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Repeat Learn Basic
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This app is intended to improve your vocabulary in French, German and Spanish by doing flashcard quizzes with the cards chosen from 1504 cards for each of these three languages. The cards are reversible so, for example, German speakers can improve their English. However, most cards are blocked in this free version (only 90 cards are available). The full version - called "Repeat Learn" - will give you access to all the cards and all the audio. A grading system is incorporated whereby cards that were translated correctly in the quizzes get a higher grade. The user should repeat the quizzes to get all cards at the highest grade. For each card, audio clips are included for both the front and the back (thus giving approximately 4 hours of audio for each language - in the full version of the app). The audio for the French and Spanish was recorded by first language speakers, the English audio was recorded by a second language speaker and the German audio was recorded by a third language speaker. There is also a pre-loaded deck of 250 flags of nations and territories of the world (with some interesting information on location and population estimates) and a pre-loaded deck with the multiplication tables and also a user deck where you can add cards of your own. You can add or modify a deck or add and modify cards in a deck. Therefore, the application has all the capabilities of a flashcard maker. You thus have the option to initially inspect the capabilities of the full version of the app ("Repeat Learn") with this version.
Kanji Write
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Stop recognizing kanji. Start writing them. Master 2,000+ JLPT characters with Kakijun. Whether youβre practicing on the go with your iPhone or using the precision of Apple Pencil on iPad, our guided stroke-order system builds real muscle memory. Most apps teach you to recognize kanji. Kakijun teaches you to write them. Designed for both the portability of iPhone and the professional precision of iPad, Kakijun is your digital Japanese calligraphy notebook. Precision Stroke Order Learn the correct flow of every character with animated guidance. No guessing, no bad habits. Every stroke is color-coded, ensuring you master the logic of Japanese writing, not just the look. β Built for Apple Pencil & iPad Experience the gold standard of digital writing. Kakijun on iPad supports full pressure sensitivity and tilt, making it the most tactile way to practice kanji outside of real paper and ink. β Practice Anywhere on iPhone Waiting for the train? Use your finger to trace and memorize characters on your iPhone. Your progress syncs across devices, so your study never stops. β Trace. Hide. Memorize. Start with guided tracing to learn the form, then challenge yourself by hiding the guides. Reproduce kanji from memory and watch your digital notebook fill up as your skills grow. β Complete JLPT Library (N5βN1) Over 2,000 characters organized by level: β Filter by JLPT grade (N5 to N1) β Search by meaning, reading, or stroke count β Track frequency ranks for essential characters β Crisp, beautiful rendering on any screen size β Your Personal Studio Customize your experience. Choose from Warm, Cool, or traditional Ink palettes. Adjust guide widths and session lengths to match your learning pace. Who is Kakijun for? β JLPT students aiming for N5 through N1 β Fans of Japanese culture and calligraphy β Students who want a professional tool for Apple Pencil β Anyone tired of just "tapping" and ready to start "writing" Start with δΈ. Work up to ιΎ. Kakijun is the stroke-by-stroke path to mastering Japanese writing.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Kanji Write at monthly against Repeat Learn Basic's every 13 months. Repeat Learn Basic's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 16.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Repeat Learn Basic ships an update every 13 months, Kanji Write monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Repeat Learn Basic | Kanji Write |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | Monthly β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 12.0 β better | 16.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 31 MB | 23 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MienMalan | Anastasiia Trofimova |
In-app purchases
Repeat Learn Basic
No in-app purchases
Kanji Write
No in-app purchases
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