# 简语 vs 素材通

The clearest difference is rating: 素材通 at 5.0 against 简语's 3.0. 素材通 also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). 简语's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 简语 sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and 素材通 sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

素材通 holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

简语 ships an update every 5 days, 素材通 every 4 weeks. Both last shipped on November 3, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 简语 | 素材通 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1633438520/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6465291855/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 117 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 13 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [飞 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/1633407304) | [怡灵 卢](https://appshunter.io/developer/1539361924) |

## What reviewers say

### 简语

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id1633438520)

Discover a vast collection of quotes, jokes, riddles, and more. Record your own inspirations and enjoy the power and warmth of words. This app offers a treasure trove of text for reflection and entertainment.

**Highlights:** Extensive quote library, Brain teasers and riddles, Creative writing prompts, Collection of jokes and anecdotes, Interactive games, Personalized writing space

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1个月 | $0.99 | per month |
| 1年 | $4.99 | per year |
| 永久VIP会员 | $9.99 | one-time |


### 素材通

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6465291855)

This app offers a comprehensive toolkit for short video creators, providing daily updated HD material packs, essential editing and analysis tools, and intelligent content generation features. It also includes extensive tutorials and a vast library of creative copy to enhance video production and operational success.

**Highlights:** Daily updated HD material packs, Video script and copy generation, Content analysis and optimization tools, Video editing and operational tutorials, Extensive library of creative copy, MD5 modification and image-to-text

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 季度会员 | $12.99 | one-time |
| 年度会员 | $19.99 | one-time |
| 永久会员 | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 简语 free?

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

### Is 素材通 free?

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

### Which has better reviews, 简语 or 素材通?

素材通 is rated higher. 简语 averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while 素材通 averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do 简语 or 素材通 have ads?

Both 简语 and 素材通 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, 简语 or 素材通?

简语 ships an update every 5 days, and 素材通 every 4 weeks. Most recently, 简语 was updated on November 3, 2026 and 素材通 on November 3, 2026.

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