HSK Tracker vs Zimo Chinese
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HSK Tracker
Track your progress and master characters for the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) Chinese proficiency exam. Suitable for all levels, from beginner to advanced, this app helps you achieve your learning goals.
- HSK exam progress tracking
- Character mastery
- Supports all HSK levels
- Goal achievement
- Comprehensive learning companion
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HSK Tracker helps you prepare for the HSK Chinese proficiency exam, one word at a time. It covers all six HSK levels in both the 2.0 and 3.0 syllabuses (7,452 words), and every screen is built to answer one question: what should I practise next? KNOW WHERE YOU STAND • A home screen with your streak, today's progress and a one-tap session • A tracker for every HSK level: see what's done, what you're learning and what you haven't started, then practise exactly those words • Set your exam date and see whether you're on track, with the daily pace you need to be ready in time PRACTISE WITH FLASHCARDS • Study mode to learn new words, quiz mode to test yourself on pinyin, meaning or a mix of both • Get a card wrong and the app shows you the word, an example sentence and its pronunciation • Sessions focus on the words that need it, so your time goes where it counts • Keep a daily streak and set your own daily goal WRITE CHARACTERS STROKE BY STROKE • Every stroke is checked as you draw it: shape, direction and order • The character fades over several rounds until you're writing it from memory • A 田字格 grid, hints when you're stuck and a summary of your misses BUILD YOUR OWN LISTS • Bookmark any word into your own collections and practise a list as its own deck AVAILABLE IN 17 LANGUAGES FREE AND PREMIUM Track up to 50 words for free. Premium unlocks unlimited word tracking, audio for example sentences, exporting and importing your progress, and reporting a mistake in any word straight to us. Subscription Options: - Monthly subscription - Yearly subscription - Lifetime purchase (one-time) Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your account settings in the App Store after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.hsktracker.com/en/privacy-policy/
Zimo Chinese
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Zimo Characters – Learn Chinese Characters the Smart Way Instead of memorizing random characters, you learn them together with the vocabulary, pronunciation, and context that make them useful in real conversations. Build reading skills, grow your vocabulary, and gain confidence communicating with native speakers. Learn Chinese characters efficiently Every character card includes: • Pronunciation with audio • Pinyin (the romanized system used to type Chinese characters) • Vocabulary examples using the character • Grammar hints to understand how words are used This helps you understand not only what a character means, but how to actually use it. A learning system designed to make you remember Zimo uses a structured learning loop inspired by spaced repetition: • Unlock new characters • Add them to your review deck • Practice in short review sessions • Level up as your knowledge grows Regular reviews help move characters from short-term memory into long-term knowledge. Designed for learners Whether you are: • Starting your Chinese learning journey • Expanding your vocabulary • Preparing for real conversations with native speakers Zimo helps you build practical character knowledge that sticks. contact@zimo-characters.com Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://zimo-characters.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://zimo-characters.com/privacy
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Verdict
HSK Tracker and Zimo Chinese are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. HSK Tracker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Zimo Chinese sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | HSK Tracker | Zimo Chinese |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 83 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Olys Consulting | Lumen Haendler |
In-app purchases
HSK Tracker
- Monthly$3.991 Month
- Yearly$34.991 Year
- Lifetime$69.99
Zimo Chinese
- Monthly$5.991 Month
- Annual7 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Lifetime$89.99









