Comparison

Langwid vs Read and Learn Chinese

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

Head to head
About

Langwid

This app helps you learn Chinese vocabulary and grammar through customizable widgets and reminders that appear on your phone's home screen. It offers over 10,000 vocabulary and grammar sets, flashcards, and progress tracking to build your confidence in speaking Chinese.

Highlights
  • Unconscious learning via home screen widgets
  • Customizable widgets and reminders
  • 10,000+ vocabulary and grammar sets
  • Minimalist flashcard system
  • Progress tracking and visual stats
  • Learn with audio and quizzes
Features
Read full description

Master Chinese Effortlessly! Struggling to remember Chinese vocabulary or grammar? Langwid® makes language learning effortless with smart Widgets and Reminders, helping you absorb new words unconsciously—every time you unlock your phone! WHY Langwid® Works? Langwid® combines cutting-edge Widget technology with an unconscious learning method to naturally reinforce Chinese words and phrases throughout your day. A survey of 300+ learners at CLC - Chinese Learning Center found that: ・ 95% of users found Langwid® effective ・ 80% improved their vocabulary retention within a month KEY BENEFITS of Langwid® ・ Unconscious Learning – Words appear on your home screen, helping you absorb them effortlessly. ・ Customizable Widgets & Reminders – Tailor your learning experience to fit your schedule. ・ 10,000+ Vocabulary & Grammar Sets – Organized by HSK levels & daily communication topics. ・ Minimalist Flashcard System – Simple yet effective for active learning. ・ Build Confidence in Chinese – Develop a solid vocabulary foundation to speak with ease. Features That Make a Difference ・ Personalized Widgets – Customize the look and feel of your learning widgets. ・ Smart Reminders – Get notifications to stay on track. ・ Interactive Flashcards – Swipe, flip, and memorize efficiently. ・ Track Your Progress – Stay motivated with visual learning stats. ・ Learn with Audio & Quiz – Improve pronunciation with native voice support. If you have any advice or suggestions, please send your feedback to us. Your feedback will be fully appreciated. We are looking forward to improving our product with your help. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- If you decide to subscribe to the Langwid®: Learn Chinese widget to access all content, the following will apply: * You'll be charged once a month or once a year depending on the subscription option you choose. * Payment will be charged to your iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase. * Your subscription will automatically renew unless you turn off auto-renewal at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. * Your account will be charged within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. Prices are in US Dollars and may vary outside of the US. * You can manage your subscription and renewal settings, or discontinue your subscription by going to Account Settings after purchase. Terms of Use: http://activeuser.co/term/langwid_term.txt Privacy policy: http://activeuser.co/term/langwid_policy.txt

About

Read and Learn Chinese

Features
Read full description

Master Chinese characters the way you actually read. Whether you're a beginner tackling your first HSK vocabulary or an intermediate learner pushing through authentic texts, Read and Learn Chinese turns real Chinese content into your personal classroom. Import anything. Learn from it. Bring in any Chinese text — paste it directly, import Word documents, PDFs, or snap a photo and let OCR do the rest. Every article you save becomes an interactive lesson. Tap to understand. Read to remember. Tap any word while reading and instantly see its definition. No more switching apps or losing your place. Characters are automatically segmented so you always know where one word ends and another begins. Know exactly where you stand. Track your familiarity with every Chinese character you've encountered. Watch your recognition grow day by day — see which characters you've mastered, which ones you're still learning, and how many new ones you've been exposed to. HSK level tracking, built in. Follow your progress against the official HSK framework so you always have a clear picture of where your vocabulary sits on the path to fluency. Upgrade to Premium to unlock cloud sync with a curated article library, richer AI-powered definitions and example sentences, and upcoming AI-generated articles matched to your skill level. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Langwid4 screens
Read and Learn Chinese4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Langwid at 14.0 against Read and Learn Chinese's 16.0. 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Langwid sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Read and Learn Chinese sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Langwid versus Read and Learn Chinese: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLangwidRead and Learn Chinese
PriceFreeFree
Rating1.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 13 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size141 MB78 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTien Long NguyenZheng Huang

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Langwid

Subscriptions2
  • Subscribe for one week3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Subscribe for one year$9.991 Year
One-time1
  • Ultimate Lifetime upgrade$12.99
2 purchases

Read and Learn Chinese

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is Langwid free?
Langwid is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Read and Learn Chinese free?
Read and Learn Chinese is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Langwid or Read and Learn Chinese have ads?
Neither Langwid nor Read and Learn Chinese shows ads.

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