Comparison

Yomi Nihongo vs Voca Class

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

Head to head
About

Yomi Nihongo

Features
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YomiNihongo is a Japanese reading and vocabulary learning app designed for learners who already know basic Japanese reading (hiragana/katakana) and want to improve through real text immersion. The app analyzes your known vocabulary and recommends texts that match your level, making study more effective, personalized, and easier to follow. Key Features: - Text Analyzer – Analyze texts, identify known vocabulary, and view comprehension percentage. - Instant Dictionary – Look up words directly while reading. - Vocabulary Extraction – View and study vocabulary collected from your texts. - Kanji List – Track and review kanji found during study. - Notes – Create and organize study notes with rich text formatting. - Bookmarks – Save important words, sentences, and texts for later review. - AI Assistant – Get explanations for grammar, and sentence parts. - AI Chat – Practice and ask questions about Japanese. - Shadowing Training Mode – Practice listening and speaking using direct audio or video. **Privacy Policy:** https://rtmtag.com/page/yomi---privacy-policy **Terms of Use:** https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Voca Class

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Smart word learning app for both teachers and students Voca Class is a comprehensive language learning platform that goes beyond a simple wordbook app. Teachers can manage classes efficiently, and students can learn words systematically. Key features - Class management: Teachers manage students’ learning progress in real time, and include fun elements through real-time quiz battles. - Shared wordbook: Share wordbooks with friends, colleagues, and students and learn together - Customized wordbook: Create wordbooks by various topics and track learning progress - Google Sheets integration: Import and export a large number of words at once - AI-supported functions: Automatic meaning provision, example generation, TTS pronunciation support Recommended for: - Teachers who want to systematically manage students' word learning - Students who are looking for an efficient way to memorize words - Learners who want to share learning materials with colleagues - Users who want to create personalized wordbooks Please see below for EULA Terms of Use. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Yomi Nihongo4 screens
Voca Class4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Yomi Nihongo at none against Voca Class's shown. Voca Class's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support 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. Yomi Nihongo sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Voca Class sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Yomi Nihongo ships an update fortnightly, Voca Class every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences Β· 3 level
Yomi Nihongo versus Voca Class: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterYomi NihongoVoca Class
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNo β€” betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size241 MB112 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRegis Teixeira MagnusTERA

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Yomi Nihongo

Subscriptions3
  • Voice Basic$7.991 Month
  • Voice Plus$14.991 Month
  • Voice Pro$29.991 Month
One-time3
  • 200 Credits$9.99
  • 500 Credits$19.99
  • 1200 Credits$39.99
2 purchases

Voca Class

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Yomi Nihongo free?
Yomi Nihongo is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Voca Class free?
Voca Class is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Yomi Nihongo or Voca Class have ads?
Voca Class shows ads; Yomi Nihongo does not.
Which is updated more often, Yomi Nihongo or Voca Class?
Yomi Nihongo ships an update fortnightly, and Voca Class every 4 days. Most recently, Yomi Nihongo was updated on October 28, 2026 and Voca Class on October 30, 2026.

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