Comparison

Polyidiom vs hanzi gate

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

Head to head
About

Polyidiom

Master idioms and slang across multiple languages with engaging illustrations and smart learning algorithms. Track your progress, save favorites, and explore cultural backgrounds. Offline access makes learning convenient anytime, anywhere.

Highlights
  • Card-based learning with definitions and history
  • Detailed explanations of cultural backgrounds
  • Save favorite idioms for review
  • Track learning progress and statistics
  • Support for six languages
  • Cartoon illustrations for enhanced memory
  • Offline learning support
Features
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PolyIdiom - Multi-Language Idiom Learning PolyIdiom is a multi-language idiom learning app designed for language learners. Through beautiful cartoon illustrations and smart learning algorithms, idiom learning becomes vivid and interesting. Supporting Chinese, English, Spanish, French, Japanese, and Korean, you can easily master cultural essences regardless of your native language. Core Features Card-based Learning: Flip-style learning experience with definitions, origin stories, and practical examples Detailed Explanations: Deep understanding of cultural backgrounds and usage scenarios Smart Favorites: Save your favorite idioms for review anytime Learning Statistics: Track progress and view learning achievements and trends Product Highlights Six Language Support: Complete coverage of Chinese, English, Spanish, French, Japanese, Korean Cartoon Illustration Design: Beautiful illustrations for each idiom to enhance memory Smart Learning Algorithm: Personalized content recommendations based on learning habits Elegant Interface Design: Clean and beautiful UI focused on learning experience Offline Learning Support: Learn anytime, anywhere without internet connection Subscription Service Free Version: Learn 3 idioms daily, 3 favorites limit, 1 language switch Premium Membership: Unlimited learning, unlimited favorites, switch languages anytime, ad-free experience Subscription Details Yearly Subscription: $7.99/year, average $0.67 per month Monthly Subscription: $1.99/month, flexible subscription Service Information Subscription auto-renews unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends Manage or cancel subscription in iPhone Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions The current free trial period will be forfeited upon subscription activation Subscription fee charged to iTunes account upon purchase confirmation Terms of Service: https://polyidiom.app/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://polyidiom.app/privacy-policy Download PolyIdiom now and start your multi-language idiom learning journey!

About

hanzi gate

Features
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Learning Chinese characters doesn’t have to be about memorizing random shapes. This app helps you understand characters by showing how they evolved over time. By seeing the historical forms and how meaning develops, characters become more logical and easier to remember. Instead of rote memorization, you build intuition — why a character looks the way it does, and how it connects to meaning. With simple, focused practice, you can reinforce what you learn and retain it more naturally. Whether you’re just starting or trying to get past the memorization barrier, this app gives you a different way to approach Chinese characters.

Screenshots

Polyidiom4 screens
hanzi gate1 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: hanzi gate at none against Polyidiom's 3. hanzi gate also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. Polyidiom sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. hanzi gate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Polyidiom versus hanzi gate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPolyidiomhanzi gate
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size43 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer亲强 吴LEAP AI LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Polyidiom

Subscriptions2
  • PolyIdiom Premium (Monthly)$1.991 Month
  • PolyIdiom Premium (Yearly)$7.991 Year
One-time1
  • Polyidiom Lifetime Membership$9.99
None

hanzi gate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Polyidiom free?
Polyidiom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is hanzi gate free?
hanzi gate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Polyidiom or hanzi gate have ads?
Neither Polyidiom nor hanzi gate shows ads.

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