Comparison

ThaiFlip vs ThaiNow

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

Head to head
About

ThaiFlip

This app offers a comprehensive Thai language learning experience, combining a robust dictionary with OCR, audio pronunciation, and customizable study decks. It provides reference guides and interactive quizzes to reinforce learning, making vocabulary acquisition effective and engaging.

Highlights
  • OCR text scanning
  • Audio pronunciation
  • Customizable study decks
  • Spaced repetition review
  • Quick-reference guides
  • Interactive quizzes
Features
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ThaiFlip is the Thai dictionary built for learners. Search any word, hear it spoken, and save it straight to a study deck you'll actually review - all in one app. Look up Thai your way Type in Thai or English, tap the mic to transcribe what you hear, or point your camera at a sign, menu, or textbook and let OCR pull the text for you. Recent searches stay at your fingertips so you can pick up right where you left off. Go beyond a basic translation Every result includes transliteration, part of speech, difficulty level, and real example sentences so you understand how a word is actually used — not just what it means. Open any word for audio playback, related vocabulary, and segmented Thai examples that break down exactly what you're reading. Build a study system that sticks Save any word to a deck with one tap. Create as many decks as you need, then review due cards with spaced repetition - the same method used by the most effective language learners. Choose flashcard mode for quick recall or typing mode to practice spelling. Track your streak, set daily goals, and watch your vocabulary grow. Keep essential references within reach Quick-reference guides cover consonants, vowels, tone rules, symbols, numerals, classifiers, pronouns, particles, loanwords, dates, and telling time - everything you'd otherwise have scattered across browser tabs. Interactive quizzes on numerals, classifiers, number building, and time reading help you lock in what you've learned. Study the way you learn best Show, blur, or hide transliteration and English translations to match your level. Switch between spaced, compact, or natural Thai text display. Set audio to autoplay and configure reminders to keep your streak alive. One app. Dictionary, study deck, and reference library - all in your pocket. Sign in to sync your decks, unlock quizzes, and track progress across devices.

About

ThaiNow

Features
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ThaiNow combines Thai language learning with culture, traditions, and practical information for everyday life and travel in Thailand. LEARN THAI Learn Thai step by step with: • Word of the Day and Daily Quiz with audio • Many learning categories and favorites • Thai consonants and vowels with sound information and IPA notation • Thai numbers and writing • Pronunciation, syllables, and tones • Romanization and translations • Word search • Isan words and learning categories • Anthems and information about the Royal Family • Everyday topics such as travel, food, health, emergencies, drinks, insurance, and much more DATE AND CULTURE Discover Thailand every day: • Thailand time with Thai voice playback • Western and Thai dates • Buddhist Era year and daily color • Sunrise and sunset • Moon phases and Wan Phra • Buddhist and Thai holidays • Private appointments with reminders • 90-day reporting with important time windows for online and in-person reporting DISCOVER THAILAND • All 77 provinces of Thailand with maps and information • Temple Guide with traditions, etiquette, and Thai chants • Thai license plates and their corresponding provinces • Thailand Guide with useful information about culture, traditions, and etiquette PRACTICAL TOOLS • Currency converter with automatic fallback and offline storage • Important emergency numbers • Date converter • Thai lucky numbers 10 LANGUAGES ThaiNow is available in German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Thai, Japanese, and Korean. ThaiNow is for everyone who loves Thailand, wants to learn Thai, or wants to better understand the language, culture, and everyday life. With ThaiNow Premium, you get access to additional learning content and features. ThaiNow – Learn Thai. Understand Thailand. A little more every day.

Screenshots

ThaiFlip4 screens
ThaiNow4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ThaiFlip at none against ThaiNow's 1. On price, update cadence, ads 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. ThaiNow sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ThaiFlip asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ThaiFlip ships an update weekly, ThaiNow every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
ThaiFlip versus ThaiNow: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThaiFlipThaiNow
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.3 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.4 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size110 MB38 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperBinary Code LtdErich Oser

In-app purchases

None

ThaiFlip

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

ThaiNow

One-time1
  • ThaiNow Premium$2.99

Questions

Is ThaiFlip free?
ThaiFlip is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThaiNow free?
ThaiNow is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ThaiFlip or ThaiNow have ads?
Neither ThaiFlip nor ThaiNow shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ThaiFlip or ThaiNow?
ThaiFlip ships an update weekly, and ThaiNow every 4 days. Most recently, ThaiFlip was updated on October 23, 2026 and ThaiNow on October 25, 2026.

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