Comparison

Learn Korean vs Batchim

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

Head to head
About

Learn Korean

Master the Korean language with interactive exercises for Hangul and vocabulary. Practice reading, writing, speaking, and typing with guided feedback and smart review systems. Track your progress and build a vocabulary of over 1600 words.

Highlights
  • Interactive Hangul learning paths
  • Over 1600 essential vocabulary words
  • Smart spaced repetition system
  • Guided writing and speaking exercises
  • Korean typing practice
  • Progress tracking
Features
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Learn Korean step by step with Jamo Korean. Build real Korean skills with: • Hangul, including pronunciation and writing • Korean vocabulary with native example sentences • Korean grammar explained clearly • Korean stories for reading practice • Smart spaced repetition powered by FSRS Practice speaking, typing, writing, multiple choice, and fill-in-the-blank exercises so you can remember what you learn and use it naturally. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Batchim

Features
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Batchim is a Korean language learning app designed for complete beginners. Start from the very basics — the Korean alphabet (Hangul) — and progress through vocabulary, survival phrases, grammar, and daily conversation. **6-Stage Learning Path** - Hangul Basics: Learn vowels, consonants, and how they combine - Basic Words: Numbers, colors, food, animals, and everyday objects - Survival Phrases: Greetings, ordering food, asking directions - Basic Grammar: Particles, tenses, and the Korean honorific system - Daily Life: Shopping, restaurants, hospital, transportation - Intermediate: Complex sentences, connectors, emotions, opinions **How It Works** - Flashcard learning with native Korean pronunciation - 5 types of quizzes: multiple choice, character identification, listening, matching, and word ordering - Earn XP to unlock new stages or progress sequentially - Track your streak and learning stats **Key Features** - 39 levels with 312 learning items - Native Korean TTS audio for every word and example - Review system for words you got wrong - Quick Drill for focused review sessions - Dark mode support - No account required — learn offline Start your Korean journey today with Batchim!

Screenshots

Learn Korean4 screens
Batchim4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Batchim at none against Learn Korean's 4. Batchim also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 9 days). On price, ads, 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

Both are free to download. Learn Korean sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Batchim asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Learn Korean ships an update every 9 days, Batchim every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Learn Korean versus Batchim: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn KoreanBatchim
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (223 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews97.1% of reviews—
Number of ratings223 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size128 MB53 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJohn DykesSEUNGWOO LEE

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Learn Korean

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Plan$6.991 Month
  • Quarterly Plan$17.993 Months
  • Annual Plan$49.991 Year
One-time1
  • Unlimited Access$19.99
None

Batchim

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Learn Korean free?
Learn Korean is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Batchim free?
Batchim is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Learn Korean or Batchim have ads?
Both Learn Korean and Batchim show ads.
Which is updated more often, Learn Korean or Batchim?
Learn Korean ships an update every 9 days, and Batchim every 4 days. Most recently, Learn Korean was updated on November 5, 2026 and Batchim on October 31, 2026.

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