Immersion Reader vs Hanashi
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Immersion Reader
Easily look up Japanese words while reading ebooks with a single tap. Import custom dictionaries and export saved vocabulary for spaced repetition learning. Offers customizable themes for a comfortable reading experience.
- One-tap word lookup in Japanese ebooks
- Import Yomichan and frequency dictionaries
- Export vocabulary to Anki
- Light and dark mode themes
- Lookup neighboring words
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Look up Japanese words as you read! Features - One tap to look up words in Japanese Ebooks. Tabs to help you look up neighboring words - Import Yomichan dictionaries and frequency dictionaries - Export saved vocabulary to Anki via Anki Dojo - Light mode, dark mode, and other themes for the dictionary
Hanashi
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Hanashi redefines language learning with the power of AI, bringing you a personalized, immersive experience like no other. Speak confidently with our advanced voice chat feature, where real-time error detection catches mistakes as you talk, helping you improve on the spot. Let Hanashi’s AI generate concise, custom notes from your sessions, capturing key phrases, grammar tips, and vocab—ready whenever you need a refresher. Reinforce your learning with SRS-based flashcards, intelligently timed to maximize retention and keep you progressing. Whether you’re a beginner or brushing up, Hanashi adapts to your pace, making every conversation a step toward fluency. Available 24/7, Hanashi is your tireless language partner—download today and start speaking like a native! "Real-Time Error Detection": Emphasizes instant feedback, a pain point for learners wanting to correct mistakes fast. "AI-Generated Notes": Highlights convenience and personalization—no more manual note-taking. "SRS-Based Flashcards": Appeals to science-minded learners who value proven memory techniques. "Voice Chat": Positions Hanashi as interactive and modern, tapping into the demand for conversational practice. Tone: Energetic and empowering, with a nod to fun—key for keeping learners motivated. Terms & Conditions: https://www.hanashiai.com/tcs
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Hanashi at every 2 days against Immersion Reader's every 6 days. Immersion Reader's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, 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. Immersion Reader sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Hanashi sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Immersion Reader ships an update every 6 days, Hanashi every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Immersion Reader | Hanashi |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.0 (26 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 61.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 26 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 13.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 33 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mathew Chan | Xelami LTD |
In-app purchases
Immersion Reader
- Immersion Reader Premium$4.99
Hanashi
- PRO Monthly$12.991 Month
- PRO Annually$98.991 Year
