Language Word Contest vs Hangul Blocks
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Language Word Contest
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Learn new languages words by competing with others in fast-paced word games.
Hangul Blocks
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Learn to read Korean by playing. Hangeul Blocks turns the Korean alphabet (한글) into eight bite-sized games that teach you how syllables are built — not just memorized. Korean isn't random shapes. Every syllable is assembled from a handful of simple letters (jamo) that follow clear, logical rules. Hangeul Blocks makes those rules visible and turns them into play, so reading finally clicks. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN • Build syllable blocks from consonants and vowels • Tell apart the plain / tense / aspirated consonant tiers (ㄱ ㄲ ㅋ) • Distinguish look-alike vowels (ㅓ vs ㅗ) • Master the final consonant (batchim) and how it changes a syllable's sound • Read real syllables quickly and confidently • Grow your vocabulary with falling-word puzzles and spaced-repetition review EIGHT GAME MODES • Letter Blocks — build syllables from jamo • Consonant Tiers — plain · tense · aspirated • Hangeul Memory — flip and match the pairs • Vowel Match — tell similar vowels apart • Word Review — spaced-repetition flashcards • Final Consonant — master the batchim (Premium) • Reading Runner — read syllables on the run (Premium) • Syllable Rain — complete words as they fall (Premium) NATIVE-STYLE PRONUNCIATION Hear every letter, syllable, and word with clear audio so you learn the right sounds from day one. DESIGNED FOR BEGINNERS • English interface — start with zero Korean • Short sessions that fit into a busy day • Smart review that brings back exactly what you're about to forget • Progress syncs across your iPhone and iPad with iCloud FREE TO START — NO SUBSCRIPTION Five modes are free forever. A single one-time Premium purchase unlocks every advanced mode and reading challenge, removes ads, and gives you unlimited review. Buy once, keep it for good — there is never a subscription. Start reading Korean today, one block at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Language Word Contest at none against Hangul Blocks's 1. Language Word Contest also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). Hangul Blocks's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). On price and device support there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. Hangul Blocks sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Language Word Contest asks for nothing beyond the download.
Language Word Contest ships an update monthly, Hangul Blocks every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Language Word Contest | Hangul Blocks |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 39 MB | 22 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MUSTAFA DUMLUPINAR | CHUNGKIL KIM |
In-app purchases
Language Word Contest
No in-app purchases
Hangul Blocks
- Unlock$1.99
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