# Match Kanas vs Picpack

The clearest difference is rating: Picpack at 5.0 against Match Kanas's 2.0. Picpack also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 5 months). Match Kanas's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.4). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Match Kanas sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Picpack sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Picpack holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

Match Kanas ships an update every 5 months, Picpack every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Match Kanas | Picpack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-kanas/id1615986464/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picpack-language-learning/id6670344986/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 41 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 17.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Philipp Straub](https://appshunter.io/developer/1573167056) | [Cofolios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1765911512) |

## What reviewers say

### Match Kanas

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/match-kanas/id1615986464)

Learn Japanese kana and romanji through matching games. Uncover beautiful Japanese imagery as you master different pronunciation combinations. The app offers customizable board layouts for a personalized learning experience.

**Highlights:** Match Hiragana, Katakana, and Romanji, Learn pronunciations, Unlock Japanese images, Master gojūon and yōon, Customizable board layouts

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Match Kanas Pro | $0.99 | one-time |


### Picpack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/picpack-language-learning/id6670344986)

Learn languages by pointing your camera at objects for instant, memorable translations. This app uses real-world connections and smart repetition to build vocabulary, moving beyond traditional flashcards for an intuitive learning experience.

**Highlights:** Instant translations via camera, Real-world object association, Smart repetition for retention, Vocabulary building, Ad-free learning experience

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Match Kanas free?

Match Kanas is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Picpack free?

Picpack is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Match Kanas or Picpack?

Picpack is rated higher. Match Kanas averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Picpack averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Match Kanas or Picpack have ads?

Match Kanas shows ads; Picpack does not.

### Which is updated more often, Match Kanas or Picpack?

Match Kanas ships an update every 5 months, and Picpack every 3 weeks. Most recently, Match Kanas was updated on October 7, 2026 and Picpack on October 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*