Comparison

Rakulingo vs JLPT Master

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

Head to head
About

Rakulingo

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Your AI companion for understanding Japanese. Instantly understand any Japanese you meet. Watching anime, reading manga, playing a game, studying a textbook, or walking through Tokyo - Rakulingo explains it on the spot, in your language. STORIES Read short stories that begin in English and slowly turn Japanese. Every sentence is narrated, every word can be tapped, and each chapter teaches a few words you will meet again in the next one. A gentle way into real Japanese - no flashcards, just a story you want to finish. YOUR JAPANESE COMPANION, EVERYWHERE Rakulingo works with whatever you are doing. Studying a textbook? Get a deeper explanation. Watching Netflix? Understand every line. Reading manga? Decode every panel. Gaming on the couch? Snap a photo of the TV and understand the dialogue. Walking in Tokyo? Read every sign. One app, endless possibilities. CAPTURE JAPANESE FROM ANYWHERE β€’ Screenshot subtitles, text, or anything on screen β€’ Record audio from videos, podcasts, or conversations β€’ Photograph books, signs, menus, or handwriting β€’ Point your camera at a TV or console screen while you play β€’ Browse Japanese websites with instant help β€’ Open your own PDFs, ebooks, and videos JLPT N5 PRACTICE Practice every N5 question type, one question at a time β€” kanji readings, vocabulary, grammar, reading passages, and the full listening section. Listening questions come with real recorded audio and scene pictures: the practice material that is hardest to find on your own. Every answer gets a plain explanation of why it is right and why the others are not. Unofficial material written with AI assistance and reviewed; not affiliated with the JLPT organizers. GAME ROOM Play your own Japanese games and learn as you play. Bring a legal backup of a game you own β€” Hana sees the screen and explains it live: press Explain and the text breaks down word by word, with translations and readings one tap away. Works with a controller too. SPECIALIZED AI ASSISTANTS β€’ Sentence Explainer - a complete breakdown of grammar, particles, and vocabulary β€’ Translator - instant translation in both directions β€’ Furigana - reading guides for any kanji β€’ Japanese Teacher - ask anything, anytime β€’ Speaking Buddy - practice conversations with an AI that answers naturally and suggests how to keep the conversation going β€’ Web Browser - read Japanese sites with live help, screenshots, audio capture, and copy-paste β€’ Reader - understand your own PDFs, ebooks, images, videos, and audio OFFLINE DICTIONARY Tap any word in a reply or a story to look it up. Once downloaded, it works without internet. PERFECT FOR EVERY LEARNER β€’ Beginners - understand from day one, with explanations in your language β€’ Students - add instant, detailed explanations to your studies β€’ Immersion learners - turn entertainment into practice β€’ Advanced learners - tackle native content with nuanced support β€’ Travelers - get around Japan with confidence β€’ Casual users - quick translations whenever you need them WORKS IN YOUR LANGUAGE Explanations in 15 languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Chinese, Hindi, Polish, Dutch, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Turkish, and Thai. WHY RAKULINGO? Dictionaries translate; Rakulingo explains. Textbooks teach in isolation; Rakulingo works with real content. Classes end; Rakulingo is always with you. It is your personal Japanese expert in your pocket, ready for whatever Japanese you run into. FREE TO START Try every assistant with free credits and read the first story chapters for free. Subscribe when you want unlimited use. Understanding Japanese does not have to be hard. With Rakulingo, you are never alone on your Japanese journey. Download now and turn every encounter with Japanese into a chance to learn. By using Rakulingo, you agree to the Apple Standard Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

JLPT Master

Features
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JLPT Master helps you prepare for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) from N5 to N1. Learn vocabulary, grammar, kanji, and listening through fun games and structured lessons, all with native audio and furigana support. Key features: - Vocabulary games that make memorizing Japanese words fast and fun - Grammar lessons organized by JLPT level, from beginner N5 to advanced N1 - Listening practice with native Japanese audio - Kanji study with readings, meanings, and stroke guidance - Full JLPT mock exams to check your real test readiness - Conversation practice with natural spoken Japanese - Furigana (ruby) support so you can read any kanji with confidence - Clean, motivating design that keeps you studying every day Free and Premium: - Level N5 content is free so you can start right away - Premium unlocks all levels, full mock exams, and complete kanji study Subscription information: - JLPT Master Premium is offered as an auto-renewing subscription - Monthly plan: 3.99 USD per month - Annual plan: 29.99 USD per year - Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase - Your subscription automatically renews unless it is canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period - You can manage or cancel your subscription in your Apple Account settings after purchase Terms of Use (EULA): https://mini-gull-13a.notion.site/3932e806c9c780f4a117c937e3ffe3a7 Privacy Policy: https://mini-gull-13a.notion.site/3932e806c9c7803e8e39d476a895dcd0 Start your Japanese journey today and pass the JLPT with JLPT Master.

Screenshots

Rakulingo4 screens
JLPT Master4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Rakulingo at none against JLPT Master's shown. Rakulingo also leads on device support (3 vs 1). JLPT Master's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Rakulingo sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and JLPT Master sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Rakulingo ships an update every 2 weeks, JLPT Master every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Rakulingo versus JLPT Master: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRakulingoJLPT Master
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.5 β€” better16.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size160 MB70 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAntonio ScandaroliEUNHEE LEE

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Rakulingo

Subscriptions3
  • Access to premium AI$3.997 Days
  • Access to premium AI$9.991 Month
  • Access to premium AI3 Days trial$95.991 Year
2 purchases

JLPT Master

Subscriptions2
  • JLPT Master 프리미엄$1.991 Month
  • JLPT Master 프리미엄$17.991 Year

Questions

Is Rakulingo free?
Rakulingo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JLPT Master free?
JLPT Master is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Rakulingo or JLPT Master have ads?
JLPT Master shows ads; Rakulingo does not.
Which is updated more often, Rakulingo or JLPT Master?
Rakulingo ships an update every 2 weeks, and JLPT Master every 2 days. Most recently, Rakulingo was updated on October 4, 2026 and JLPT Master on October 10, 2026.

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