Comparison

Benchmark Hunter vs Japanese Dictionary

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

Head to head
About

Benchmark Hunter

Discover and locate National Geodetic Survey marks using interactive maps. Access detailed survey data and related Geocaching.com pages for marks within the US NGS database.

Highlights
  • Map view of survey marks
  • Satellite, road, and hybrid map options
  • Access to NGS datasheets
  • Links to Geocaching.com pages
  • US NGS database only
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Hunt for National Geodetic Survey benchmarks. View survey marks on a satellite, road, or hybrid map. Easily view NGS datasheets and Geocaching.com pages. Survey marks are from the United States NGS database only. Other survey marks not in the NGS database will not be displayed.

About

Japanese Dictionary

Master Japanese with a comprehensive dictionary, voice translation, and Kanji practice. Features include JLPT-aligned grammar lessons, native speaker audio, and offline access. Build custom lists and flashcards for effective study.

Highlights
  • Comprehensive Japanese dictionary (300,000+ entries)
  • Voice translation for instant speech-to-text
  • Kanji practice with stroke order and quizzes
  • JLPT-aligned grammar lessons
  • Offline access for study anywhere
  • Custom word lists and flashcards
  • Native speaker audio pronunciation
Features
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Japanese Dictionary App — Learn, Translate & Pass the JLPT (N5–N1) Master Japanese with one friendly, powerful app. Our all-in-one Japanese Dictionary combines fast search, Voice Translation, Kanji Practice with stroke order, and a guided Grammar Lab aligned to JLPT N5–N1. Study anywhere with offline access, hear native-speaker audio, build custom word lists — all in one place. ◆ Why this app? • Comprehensive Dictionary (300,000+ entries): Clear meanings, furigana, romaji, parts of speech, and practical example sentences so you learn usage, not just definitions. • NEW — Voice Translation: Speak or paste text to translate instantly. Perfect for travel, study, or work conversations. • Powerful Kanji Practice: Stroke-order animations, on-device handwriting (draw-to-search), readings (onyomi/kunyomi), meanings, and quizzes. Learn radicals and break down complex characters step by step. • Grammar Lab (JLPT-aligned): Bite-size explanations with examples, patterns, and quick checks for N5→N1. Understand nuance and use grammar naturally. • JLPT Study Hub: Curated vocabulary lists per level/topic, progress tracking, review reminders, and smart filters (part of speech, JLPT level, frequency). • Native-Speaker Audio: Natural pronunciation for words and example sentences to boost listening and speaking confidence. • Offline Mode: Dictionary, saved lists, and study tools work without internet — perfect for commute, class, or travel. • Clean, User-Friendly UI: Lightning-fast search, large text options, dark mode, and a distraction-free reading experience designed for long study sessions. • Custom Lists & Flashcards: Save words and sentences, organize by tag (e.g., JLPT N3 verbs), and review with quick quizzes (SRS-style scheduling). • Verb Conjugations: Plain, polite, negative, te-form, potential, passive, causative, imperative — with examples that show real usage. • History & Bookmarks: Revisit what you looked up, keep important items at your fingertips, and never lose track of your progress. ◆ Built for real progress • Learn Faster: Instant results whether you type kanji, kana, or romaji. Misspellings and de-inflected forms are handled to keep you moving. • Learn Deeper: Example-first entries and grammar notes help you understand how natives actually speak and write. • Learn Anywhere: Offline tools, low data usage, and quick open times mean more study minutes every day. ◆ Ideal for • JLPT test prep (N5, N4, N3, N2, N1) • University classes & self-study • Travelers and professionals in Japan • Anime/manga fans learning naturally from context • Anyone who wants a reliable Japanese translator + dictionary in one app ◆ What’s inside • Dictionary + Translator (offline capable) • Voice Translation (speech→instant meaning) • Kanji Practice (stroke order & quizzes) • Grammar Lab (clear, JLPT-aligned lessons) • Verb conjugations & de-conjugation • Furigana & romaji support • Native-speaker audio • Custom lists, tags, review reminders • Dark mode, large fonts, accessibility options ◆ Privacy & reliability We respect your privacy. Core features work offline, and permissions are kept minimal. Your study data stays on your device unless you choose to back it up. Ready to learn smarter, speak clearer, and pass the JLPT with confidence? Download now and turn everyday moments into progress — from quick lookups and voice translations to kanji practice and grammar mastery. Your complete Japanese learning companion is here.

Screenshots

Benchmark Hunter4 screens
Japanese Dictionary4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Japanese Dictionary at 4.5 against Benchmark Hunter's 2.9. Japanese Dictionary also leads on review sentiment (65% vs 25%) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 15 months). Benchmark Hunter's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.6). On price, ratings volume, 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

Japanese Dictionary holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 8 and 20 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of Benchmark Hunter's written reviews are positive against 65% of Japanese Dictionary's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Benchmark Hunter ships an update every 15 months, Japanese Dictionary every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Benchmark Hunter versus Japanese Dictionary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBenchmark HunterJapanese Dictionary
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.9 (8 ratings)4.5 (20 ratings) — better
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews65.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings820 — better
Update frequencyEvery 15 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationPaidAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.4 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB71 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperChannel Marker Media, LLCSACHINPRASAD DHUNGEL

Customer experience

Benchmark Hunter

All ratings6 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%

Japanese Dictionary

All ratings20 ratings
Positive85.0%
Neutral5.0%
Negative10.0%
Written reviews26 reviews
Positive65.4%
Neutral7.7%
Negative26.9%

In-app purchases

None

Benchmark Hunter

No in-app purchases

None

Japanese Dictionary

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Benchmark Hunter free?
Benchmark Hunter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Japanese Dictionary free?
Japanese Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Benchmark Hunter or Japanese Dictionary?
Japanese Dictionary is rated higher. Benchmark Hunter averages 2.9 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Japanese Dictionary averages 4.5 from 20 ratings.
Do Benchmark Hunter or Japanese Dictionary have ads?
Japanese Dictionary shows ads; Benchmark Hunter does not.
Which is updated more often, Benchmark Hunter or Japanese Dictionary?
Benchmark Hunter ships an update every 15 months, and Japanese Dictionary every 3 weeks. Most recently, Benchmark Hunter was updated on November 3, 2026 and Japanese Dictionary on November 12, 2026.

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