# 识日 vs Native日本语

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Native日本语 at none against 识日's 2. Native日本语 also leads on update cadence (every 5 days vs every 9 days) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.5). 识日's advantage is review sentiment (95% vs 67%). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 识日 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Native日本语 asks for nothing beyond the download.

识日 ships an update every 9 days, Native日本语 every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | 识日 | Native日本语 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (631 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6738333132/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **631** | — |
| Positive reviews | **94.9% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 112 MB | 50 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.5 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hangzhou Jingque Network Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1662293858) | [Rohan,k.k.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895353146) |

## What reviewers say

### 识日

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/id6738333132)

This intelligent app aids Japanese learners with smart vocabulary memorization, handwriting practice, and a comprehensive dictionary. It offers systematic 50-sound learning, example sentences with pronunciation and grammar analysis, and engaging review modes to enhance language acquisition.

**Highlights:** Smart vocabulary memorization, Handwriting and listening practice, Comprehensive Japanese dictionary, Systematic 50-sound learning, Example sentences with grammar analysis, Engaging review modes

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 一年会员 | $9.99 | one-time |
| 终生会员 | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Clean, simple, and intuitive interface
- 📚 Comprehensive vocabulary content from N5 to N1
- 🎯 Multiple learning modes and study methods
- 🆓 Extensive free features without paywalls
- 🔊 High-quality native pronunciation audio

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐢 Slow word-switching animations
- 🔌 Performance issues and lag on some devices
- 💰 Some premium features require payment
- 🎬 Excessive animations affecting efficiency
- 🌐 Limited international phone number support for registration

**Reported bugs**

- Notes fail to save despite confirmation message
- Word duplication in study sessions (appearing 2-3 times)
- Audio/pronunciation suddenly stops working
- App crashes or freezes after updates
- Word lookup function is slow

**Requested features**

- Team/group learning with friend notifications
- Leaderboard system (optional participation)
- Practice exercises and quiz functionality
- Faster or removable word-switching animations
- Local offline dictionary/word lookup


### Native日本语

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/native/id6763516971)

This app offers a structured approach to learning Japanese grammar, covering JLPT N5-N1 levels. It uses real-life conversation scenarios and native expressions to make learning practical and engaging, with features for pronunciation practice and background listening.

**Highlights:** Systematic grammar courses (JLPT N5-N1), Exclusive 'Native Courses' for natural expressions, Real-life scenario conversations, Listen and compare pronunciation, Background playback for continuous learning

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 识日 free?

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

### Is Native日本语 free?

Native日本语 is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do 识日 or Native日本语 have ads?

Neither 识日 nor Native日本语 shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, 识日 or Native日本语?

识日 ships an update every 9 days, and Native日本语 every 5 days. Most recently, 识日 was updated on October 24, 2026 and Native日本语 on October 7, 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.*
