# HeInput vs HeyChina

The clearest difference is ads: HeInput at none against HeyChina's shown. HeInput also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). HeyChina's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 months) and ratings volume (214 vs 2). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. HeInput sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and HeyChina sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

HeInput holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: HeyChina has 214 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 78% of HeInput's written reviews are positive against 81% of HeyChina's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

HeInput ships an update every 2 months, HeyChina every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | HeInput | HeyChina |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heinput-chinese-study-and-input/id417876708/reviews)** | [4.8 (214 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heychina-learn-chinese/id1627376962/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **214** |
| Positive reviews | 77.8% of reviews | **81.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 22 MB | 107 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Guilin Ouyang](https://appshunter.io/developer/417876711) | [Linh Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435435840) |

## What reviewers say

### HeInput

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heinput-chinese-study-and-input/id417876708)

Learn and type Chinese characters and words with this app. It offers a step-by-step approach with practice modes for writing, typing, and phrases. Suitable for all learners of Simplified and Traditional Chinese.

**Highlights:** Learn Chinese characters and words, System input method integration, Step-by-step self-training, Phrase coding and article practice, Supports Simplified and Traditional Chinese, Code prompt and Pinyin search

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Word and Phrase Coding | $1.99 | one-time |
| Extended HeCharacter Table | $1.99 | one-time |
| Speed Typing | $1.99 | one-time |


### HeyChina

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/heychina-learn-chinese/id1627376962)

Master Chinese with a fun, step-by-step approach. Learn vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and practice speaking with practical exercises. The app offers personalized learning paths and rewards to keep you motivated.

**Highlights:** Methodical lesson route, Pronunciation and speaking practice, Develop 4 mastery skills, Personalized learning assessments, Vocabulary and grammar by topic, HSK exam preparation

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

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium with AI | $7.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium every 6 months | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium with AI | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| Premium with AI | $14.99 | per year |
| Premium with AI | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium with AI | $22.99 | per year |
| HeyChina premium 6 months -30% | $24.99 | per 6 months |
| HeyChina premium yearly -30% | $27.99 | per year |
| HeyChina premium -50% | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium With AI | $29.99 | per 3 months |
| HeyChina premium 6 months | $30.99 | per 6 months |
| HeyChina premium yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium with AI | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium With AI | $44.49 | per 6 months |
| Premium With AI | $49.99 | per year |
| HeyChina Premium Lifetime -30% | $53.99 | one-time |
| HeyChina Premium Lifetime -70% | $56.99 | one-time |
| HeyChina Premium Lifetime -60% | $59.99 | one-time |
| HeyChina Premium Lifetime -50% | $69.99 | one-time |
| HeyChina Premium Lifetime | $92.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is HeInput free?

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

### Is HeyChina free?

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

### Which has better reviews, HeInput or HeyChina?

HeInput is rated higher. HeInput averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while HeyChina averages 4.8 from 214 ratings.

### Do HeInput or HeyChina have ads?

HeyChina shows ads; HeInput does not.

### Which is updated more often, HeInput or HeyChina?

HeInput ships an update every 2 months, and HeyChina every 5 days. Most recently, HeInput was updated on October 6, 2026 and HeyChina on October 24, 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.*