Comparison

Senryu Note vs Abjad日本語

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

Head to head
About

Senryu Note

Features
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“Senryu Note” allows you to easily write down and save your senryu. (How to use) - If you put 5, 7, 5 in the three frames on the right side, the senryu will appear on the left side. The fourth frame on the right is the author's name. - Senryu can be saved in the list. In the list, you can delete, reorder, and save the list. You can also swipe right on an individual senryu to bring it back to the main screen. - You can browse your senryu, and switch between 1-line and 3-line displays. - You can also have the voice read out loud by pressing the "Voice" button. The type of voice can be changed in the device settings. - You can tweet your senryu by clicking the "Tweet" button. Hashtags can be changed in the settings screen.

About

Abjad日本語

This input method simplifies typing Japanese by using a minimal alphabet and smart transliteration. It's designed for mobile with larger keys and concise layouts, making it ideal for learners and those seeking a more efficient typing experience.

Highlights
  • Minimal alphabet for faster learning
  • Smart transliteration for kana combinations
  • Mobile-optimized layout for accuracy
  • Supports katakana and loanwords
  • Fully private, on-device processing
  • Beginner-friendly for alphabet users
Features
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A revolutionary innovation of Japanese script and input method. Features Minimal alphabet — Fewer symbols, faster learning, less visual clutter. Smart transliteration — Type consonants first; the app intelligently maps them to correct kana combinations. Designed for mobile — Larger hit targets and concise layouts improve typing accuracy. Works with katakana & loanwords — Designed with foreign-sound transliteration in mind. Fully private — All processing happens on your device. Nothing is sent to servers. Beginner-friendly — Great for learners familiar with alphabet-based scripts but new to Japanese. Who is it for? Japanese learners who prefer alphabetic writing systems Users familiar with Arabic, Farsi, or Hebrew scripts Anyone wanting a cleaner, more efficient Japanese typing experience Creators and translators working with katakana loanwords A new way to type Japanese Solomon reduces complexity, speeds up typing, and offers a modern alternative to traditional IMEs. Whether you're messaging, taking notes, or studying Japanese, this input method brings clarity and simplicity to your keyboard.

Screenshots

Senryu Note3 screens
Abjad日本語4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Abjad日本語 at none against Senryu Note's 1. Abjad日本語 also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 2 months). Senryu Note's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.1). On price 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. Senryu Note sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Abjad日本語 asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Senryu Note ships an update every 2 months, Abjad日本語 every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Senryu Note versus Abjad日本語: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSenryu NoteAbjad日本語
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.1
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMihoko ArakiSHAOXIONG MENG

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Senryu Note

One-time1
  • No Ads$2.99
None

Abjad日本語

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Senryu Note free?
Senryu Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Abjad日本語 free?
Abjad日本語 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Senryu Note or Abjad日本語 have ads?
Senryu Note shows ads; Abjad日本語 does not.
Which is updated more often, Senryu Note or Abjad日本語?
Senryu Note ships an update every 2 months, and Abjad日本語 every 6 days. Most recently, Senryu Note was updated on October 27, 2026 and Abjad日本語 on October 30, 2026.

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