Comparison

Wakana vs WordsMirror

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

Head to head
About

Wakana

Features
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Main Features Font customization Display of kanji pronunciation in the specified language (ruby) Mutual conversion between Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Shinjitai Dictionary function by clicking words Recommended especially for language learners, translators, researchers of Japanese/Chinese, and language enthusiasts. β–  Freely selectable display fonts: Handwritten-style font Pixel-style font β–  Display of kanji pronunciation (ruby function) It is possible to add ruby above kanji: Mandarin (Standard Chinese / Putonghua) Cantonese Taiwanese (Taipei / Tainan style) Japanese Korean Sino-Vietnamese (Vietnamese readings) β–  Ruby notation formats: Pinyin alphabet Zhuyin symbols (Bopomofo) Hiragana Katakana Hangul β–  Tone mark display Tone marks can be set to "on / off". β–  Character form conversion function Conversion is possible to the following character types: Simplified Chinese Traditional Chinese Shinjitai β–  Word highlighting Background color is added to converted words for visual clarity. β–  Dictionary function Click dictionary: Clicking a word displays its translation in the specified language as a pop-up. β–  Example of customization You can freely combine options such as: "Japanese kun-yomi + Zhuyin (Taiwan) + Simplified Chinese + Handwritten-style font"

About

WordsMirror

This utility app mirrors text horizontally, making it readable on screens when viewed via camera. It offers adjustable scrolling, custom text, and a preset library for live streaming scenarios. Enjoy a smooth, local experience with remote control options.

Highlights
  • Horizontal text mirroring
  • Adjustable scrolling speed and size
  • Preset phrase library
  • Customizable text cards
  • Favorite phrase management
  • Remote scrolling control
Features
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A Text Display Tool Designed for Live Streaming Makes your bullet screen text appear perfectly in mirror effect. Core Features Mirror Display: Text flips horizontally, showing correctly for the audience when the camera faces the screen. Scrolling: Text scrolls automatically with adjustable speed and size. Preset Library: Built-in common live phrases including greetings, thanks to fans, and compliments to guests. Custom Cards: Support adding personalized text. Favorite Management: One-click save favorite phrases for quick use. Dark Backgrounds: 7 dark backgrounds to improve camera shooting clarity. Remote Control: Remotely control scrolling content via computer or mobile browser. Application Scenarios Live Commerce: Display greetings and thank-you messages. Game Streaming: Rolling announcements and fan interaction. Entertainment Live: Mirror bullet comments and interaction tips. Event Hosting: Script display and scrolling prompts. Technical Features Full-screen landscape display with automatic orientation lock. Tap screen to pause or resume scrolling. Runs locally without network dependency. Native development with SwiftUI for ultra-smooth experience.

Screenshots

Wakana4 screens
WordsMirror4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Wakana at none against WordsMirror's 1. WordsMirror's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, ads 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. WordsMirror sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Wakana asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 6 level
Wakana versus WordsMirror: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWakanaWordsMirror
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviewsβ€”100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyβ€”Every 4 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
Monetizationβ€”Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod β€” better
Requires iOS17.015.6 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size79 MB95 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDaichi Katoleng xiangjun

In-app purchases

None

Wakana

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

WordsMirror

One-time1
  • Unlock Pro Version$3.99

Questions

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

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