PocketZi vs Proper Strokes

A flexible, offline-first flashcard app designed to fit your learning style, pace, and goals. Whether you're learning characters or building vocabulary, this app is designed to support your Chinese journey — anytime, anywhere. Key Features: Study Characters, Words & Sentences ~ Practice stroke order, reading, audio, and definitions — all in one place. Stroke Practice Built In ~ Learn how to write each character with interactive stroke-by-stroke tracing. Smart SRS ~ A built-in spaced repetition system helps you remember what matters most. Fully Offline ~ No internet? No problem. Translate words, break down sentences, and review cards — even on airplane mode. Flexible Imports ~ Add cards manually, paste vocab lists, or import files from Pleco, Skritter, Anki, and more. Decks & Collections ~ Organize your cards the way that works best for you — by textbook, theme, or skill level. Track Your Progress ~ See how far you’ve come with detailed stats and review history. Dark Mode, Reminders & More ~ Customize the app to match your learning style and schedule. From your first character to HSK 6, this app supports your journey to mastering Chinese characters and vocabulary. ------- Pricing & Subscription: PocketZi is free to download, and subscribing is optional. Support the app with one of 4 monthly plans! Payment is charged to your App Store account at confirmation. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime in your App Store Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://pocketzi.com/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://pocketzi.com/terms.html

Forgotten how to write characters after years of typing? Proper Strokes pairs deliberate handwriting practice with spaced reviews to keep your Traditional Chinese muscle memory alive. Write one stroke at a time—quick cursive swipes won’t register—so every session reinforces the real form. Built from a stroke-level input engine, Proper Strokes rewards careful writing with instant guidance and a review schedule that respects your time. You choose the phrases, the app handles the review timing, and the progress bar only fills when each stroke lands in place. How Proper Strokes supports your practice: - Stroke-by-stroke feedback that reveals form issues before you move on. - Personal phrase library with optional Zhuyin hints so you practice the words that matter. - Spaced review planner that surfaces due characters right when you need them. - Explore Mode drawn from a 3,000-character library for guided discovery beyond your list. - Privacy-first design: no accounts, no ads. No internet required—your handwriting and phrase lists stay on your device. Write with Apple Pencil, a stylus, or your finger—whatever helps you focus on each stroke. Terms of Service: https://properstrokes.com/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://properstrokes.com/privacy.html