Comparison

Neko Dictionary vs KanjiPeek

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

Head to head
About

Neko Dictionary

Features
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Neko Dictionary is a Japanese dictionary app designed for fast lookup and flexible dictionary management. It supports importing and using custom MDict / MDX dictionaries, allowing you to build your own offline dictionary library. Main features: - Fast word lookup Search Japanese words using kana, romaji, or kanji with clear and accurate results. - Custom MDict dictionary support Import and manage your own MDX / MDD dictionary files with ease. - Kana charts for beginners Built-in hiragana and katakana charts to help you learn the basics. - Offline dictionary All dictionaries are stored locally and work without an internet connection. - Multi-dictionary search Search across multiple dictionaries at the same time for easy comparison. Whether you are a beginner learning Japanese or an advanced user relying on professional dictionaries, Neko Dictionary provides a clean and efficient lookup experience.

About

KanjiPeek

Features
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Master kanji one day at a time. KanjiPeek delivers one carefully selected kanji to your Home Screen every day. See the character, its readings, meaning, and etymology -- all without opening the app. LEARN EFFORTLESSLY Every day, a new kanji appears on your widget with on'yomi, kun'yomi, English meaning, and cultural context. Just glance at your Home Screen to learn. BEAUTIFUL WIDGETS Choose from five widget sizes (small, medium, large, circular, rectangular) and three elegant themes: Ink, Paper, and Bamboo. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Build a daily streak by viewing each day's kanji. The archive calendar shows your learning history at a glance. JLPT READY Start with N5 (80 kanji, free forever), then unlock N4 through N1 with Premium -- over 2,000 kanji covering all JLPT levels. PREMIUM FEATURES (one-time purchase) - All JLPT levels: N4, N3, N2, N1 - All widget themes - Daily learning reminders PRIVACY FIRST No accounts. No tracking. No ads. All data stays on your device. KanjiPeek works completely offline.

Screenshots

Neko Dictionary4 screens
KanjiPeek3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Neko Dictionary at none against KanjiPeek's 1. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. KanjiPeek sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Neko Dictionary asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Neko Dictionary versus KanjiPeek: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNeko DictionaryKanjiPeek
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size91 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShanghai Yidudu Technology Co., Ltd.Ryota Ikezawa

In-app purchases

None

Neko Dictionary

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

KanjiPeek

One-time1
  • KanjiPeek Premium$4.99

Questions

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

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