古籍选 vs Classical Chinese
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
古籍选
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古籍选无需注册和登录,不记录用户信息。它可以搜索到大量的古籍网络资源,可以进行横向选择和对比,对于搜索、研究和阅读古籍非常地便利。目前所能搜索到的资源只是一小部分,仅就阅读而言其文字量已经非常庞大。随着该应用版本的升级,还会有更多的资源可以搜索。由于网络资源分布在不同机构的服务器上,不排除链接会失效,所以经常阅读的内容建议下载保存。
Classical Chinese
This app offers a comprehensive approach to learning Classical Chinese. It provides multi-level text annotations, author biographies, intelligent Q&A, and detailed word explanations to make learning efficient and enjoyable.
- Multi-level text annotations
- Detailed word explanations
- Intelligent Q&A system
- Author biographies
- Pinyin pronunciation guides
- Article categorization
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Curated classical text annotations, detailed word explanations, intelligent Q&A—making classical Chinese learning easy, efficient, and fun! From beginner to master, journey with the classics, engage with wisdom, and embark on a classical learning adventure to experience the charm of millennia-old literary heritage! ◉ Multi-level Classical Text Annotations • Detailed explanations of classical text content and meaning • Annotations conveniently placed below corresponding text • Selectable annotation detail levels for learners of different backgrounds • Pinyin pronunciation guides for correct reading • Article categories from beginner to advanced, meeting needs at different learning stages • Includes common sentence patterns and ancient cultural knowledge ◉ Author Biography • Learn about classical authors' lives and creative backgrounds • Gain deep understanding of the creative environment and ideological origins • Establish historical and cultural context to enhance reading comprehension ◉ Intelligent Q&A • Provides answers to difficult questions in classical Chinese learning • Solve learning obstacles anytime, anywhere • Clear and accessible explanations ◉ Detailed Word Explanations • Carefully selected common classical Chinese vocabulary • Multi-dimensional explanations including ancient meanings, extended meanings, and modern interpretations • Includes word etymology to understand character evolution Whether you're a beginner in classical Chinese or an enthusiast hoping to delve deeper, Classical Chinese aims to provide professional and convenient learning assistance. ◉ Terms and Privacy • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://yangguang2009.github.io/docs/manuals/classicalchinese/privacy-policy/privacy-policy-english
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: 古籍选 at none against Classical Chinese's shown. On price, update cadence, 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
Both are free to download. 古籍选 sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Classical Chinese sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
古籍选 ships an update every 4 months, Classical Chinese every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | 古籍选 | Classical Chinese |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 2.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 2 months — better |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 66 MB | 380 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 朝军 付 | Yangguang Ma |
In-app purchases
古籍选
- 激励$15.99
Classical Chinese
- $1.99 / Month$1.991 Month
- $19.99 / Year$19.991 Year









