Comparison

Onyomi vs EchoCardJA

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

Head to head
About

Onyomi

Features
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### Onyomi — Learn Japanese On’yomi and Loanword Pronunciation Through Chinese Onyomi is a Japanese learning app designed specifically for Chinese speakers. By connecting Chinese Pinyin with Japanese on’yomi readings, the app helps you understand Japanese kanji pronunciation intuitively. It also clearly explains the differences between Go-on and Kan-on readings, as well as the relationship between original English pronunciation and Japanese katakana pronunciation. Use your existing knowledge of Chinese and English sounds to learn Japanese pronunciation and vocabulary more efficiently. Key Features - Pinyin Comparison: Compare Chinese pronunciation with Japanese on’yomi and discover common sound patterns and pronunciation shifts. - Go-on and Kan-on: Understand the origins and differences of Japanese kanji readings while building related vocabulary systematically. - Loanword Pronunciation: Compare original English sounds with their Japanese katakana forms and learn how pronunciation changes. - Sound-Based Vocabulary Learning: Use familiar sounds as clues to remember new Japanese words more naturally. Recommended For - Chinese speakers who want to use their pronunciation knowledge to learn Japanese - Learners who want to master Japanese kanji readings efficiently - Anyone interested in understanding Go-on and Kan-on readings - Learners who want to understand the differences between English and Japanese katakana pronunciation With Onyomi, use the sounds of Chinese and English as a bridge to make learning Japanese easier and more enjoyable.

About

EchoCardJA

Master Japanese conversation with over 2,000 native phrases for daily situations. Enhance learning by attaching personal photos to flashcards, making it ideal for JLPT students and travelers.

Highlights
  • 2,000+ native Japanese phrases
  • Audio pronunciation
  • Romaji and English translations
  • Example sentences and response practice
  • Attach personal photos to flashcards
  • JLPT N5-N1 support
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Learn Japanese conversation efficiently with 2,000+ native phrases covering daily life — shopping, restaurants, school, work, and travel. Every flashcard includes: • Audio pronunciation • Romaji (romanized reading) • Example sentences • Response practice • English translation STANDOUT FEATURE: Attach your own photos to flashcards. Snap a photo of a situation you encounter in real life and add it to your learning deck. IDEAL FOR: • JLPT learners (N5–N1) • Japan travelers and those living or working in Japan • Beginners to intermediate Japanese learners UNLOCK FULL ACCESS • Full Access – One-time purchase, $9.99 Unlocks all 2,000+ flashcards and quiz features permanently. Privacy Policy: https://www.tomocreateinc.com/en/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Onyomi4 screens
EchoCardJA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: EchoCardJA at Free against Onyomi's $0.99. EchoCardJA also leads on update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On ads, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

EchoCardJA is free to download; Onyomi costs $0.99 up front. Onyomi sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and EchoCardJA sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Onyomi ships an update every 3 months, EchoCardJA every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 11, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Onyomi versus EchoCardJA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOnyomiEchoCardJA
Price$0.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size284 MB317 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer玉杰 罗Tomocreate, Inc.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Onyomi

One-time1
  • Premium$0.99
1 purchases

EchoCardJA

One-time1
  • EchoCard JA – Full Access$9.99

Questions

Is Onyomi free?
Onyomi costs $0.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is EchoCardJA free?
EchoCardJA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Onyomi or EchoCardJA have ads?
Neither Onyomi nor EchoCardJA shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Onyomi or EchoCardJA?
Onyomi ships an update every 3 months, and EchoCardJA every 2 weeks. Most recently, Onyomi was updated on October 13, 2026 and EchoCardJA on October 11, 2026.

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