Comparison

Japanese Dictionary vs File

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

Head to head
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.

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File

Features
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【File Picker(A)】  このアプリは、iPhone内のMP3,JPEG,PNGファイルを再生、画面表示するアプリです。このアプリの外でダウンロードしたファイル等を対象とするものです。[cell 追加]ボタンを押すとTitle入力枠が表示され入力後[File選択]ボタンを押すとドキュメントPickerが起動するのでaudioまたはimageファイルを選択してください(拡張子で判断)。ユーザーが入力したTitleはiボタンを押して編集できます(ファイル名は変更できません)。左スラッシュで行削除もできます。行タップで音声再生、再度の同一行タップで停止します。また、画像のピンチ操作で拡大縮小できます。 [File選択] ボタンを押したときに 「File選択」または「写真選択」(Album) を選べるようにしました。 【Image Resizer(B)】  タブBに画像サイズを変更(拡大縮小)する機能を追加しました。[Pick Image]→[Resize]→[Save to Photos]の順に操作します。画像のフレームサイズは幅と高さをピクセル単位で指定してください。また、画像ファイルはjpegまたはpng形式で保存することができます。なお、画像サイズを指定した後キーボード以外の部分をタップするとキーボードが消えます。

Screenshots

Japanese Dictionary4 screens
File3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: File at none against Japanese Dictionary's shown. Japanese Dictionary's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.2). On price, 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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Japanese Dictionary ships an update every 3 weeks, File every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Japanese Dictionary versus File: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJapanese DictionaryFile
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (20 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews65.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings20 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supported—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB0 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSACHINPRASAD DHUNGELyoot

In-app purchases

None

Japanese Dictionary

No in-app purchases

None

File

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Japanese Dictionary free?
Japanese Dictionary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is File free?
File is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Japanese Dictionary or File have ads?
Japanese Dictionary shows ads; File does not.
Which is updated more often, Japanese Dictionary or File?
Japanese Dictionary ships an update every 3 weeks, and File every 6 weeks. Most recently, Japanese Dictionary was updated on November 7, 2026 and File on October 30, 2026.

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