Comparison

JLPT+ vs KanjiTabi

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

Head to head
About

JLPT+

Master Japanese grammar, vocabulary, and kanji for the JLPT exams. Interactive puzzles and quizzes cover all levels from N5 to N1, with a spaced repetition system to track progress and review reminders.

Highlights
  • Grammar puzzles for all JLPT levels
  • Vocabulary quizzes in sets
  • Kanji quizzes with readings and meanings
  • Spaced repetition system (SRS)
  • Progress tracking
  • Review reminders
Features
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JLPT+ is a Japanese learning app offering grammar, vocabulary, and kanji learning tools aimed at developing the skills required to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Master JLPT grammar, vocabulary, and kanji through interactive puzzles and quizzes — from N5 to N1. • Puzzle-based grammar practice for all JLPT levels • Vocabulary quizzes that teach related words in sets • Kanji quizzes covering readings and meanings for all JLPT levels • Spaced repetition system (SRS) that tracks your progress • Review reminders so you never miss a study session 本アプリ「JLPT+」は、第三者による学習支援アプリです。 「JLPT+」の名称およびロゴは、日本国際教育支援協会様より使用についてご確認済みです。

About

KanjiTabi

Features
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A simple kanji learning app designed for busy learners who want steady progress without overwhelm. > Instead of cramming hundreds of characters, you focus on just 6 kanji per day. The daily set stays the same throughout the day, so you can come back anytime and learn at your own pace. > All JLPT kanji (N5–N1) are organized in one clean library, making it easy to see what you’ve learned and what’s next. Mark kanji as learned, filter your library, and review previously studied characters whenever you want. > No streak pressure. No clutter. Just a clear path from beginner to advanced. Features: * Learn 6 kanji per day, updated daily * Full JLPT kanji library (N5–N1) in one place * Onyomi & kunyomi readings with meanings * Mark kanji as learned and track progress * Filter and review previously learned kanji * Clean, focused design made for daily study Perfect for JLPT learners who want consistency, clarity, and progress—one small step at a time.

Screenshots

JLPT+4 screens
KanjiTabi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: KanjiTabi at every 4 days against JLPT+'s fortnightly. 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

JLPT+ ships an update fortnightly, KanjiTabi every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
JLPT+ versus KanjiTabi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterJLPT+KanjiTabi
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS1515.0
Further details — not scored
Size115 MB3 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJun HosokawaShanny Goldschmid

In-app purchases

None

JLPT+

No in-app purchases

None

KanjiTabi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is JLPT+ free?
JLPT+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is KanjiTabi free?
KanjiTabi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do JLPT+ or KanjiTabi have ads?
Neither JLPT+ nor KanjiTabi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, JLPT+ or KanjiTabi?
JLPT+ ships an update fortnightly, and KanjiTabi every 4 days. Most recently, JLPT+ was updated on November 9, 2026 and KanjiTabi on November 5, 2026.

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