Inkdrift vs Longtang

Stop translating. Start reading. Inkdrift is a distraction-free reading experience for language learners. Tap any word for an instant definition, or hold a sentence for a full translation—without ever leaving your page. Reading in a new language shouldn't mean constantly switching to a dictionary app, losing your place, and breaking your momentum. Inkdrift keeps you in the flow. Every definition is contextual, tailored specifically to what the word means in the passage you are reading right now. Start immediately with our built-in starter books in Chinese, Spanish, and German. Explore simplified historical tales—from Heroes of the Marsh to The Sword of El Cid to Hansel and Gretel. Already have your own reading material? Seamlessly import your own EPUB files to read whatever you like. Consistency is the key to fluency. Set a daily reading timer (10, 15, 20, or 30 minutes) and read until the session finishes. Track your daily pages read, maintain your reading streaks, and unlock cumulative reading badges to celebrate your milestones as you go. * Instant Context: Tap any word for an instant, contextual definition. * Full Translations: Hold a sentence for a complete translation, including pronunciation and notes. * Bring Your Own Books: Easily import any DRM-free EPUB file. * Inkdrift Library: Built-in graded stories in Chinese, Spanish, and German to get you started immediately. * Goal Trackers: Reading timers and session tracking to build a daily immersion habit. * Celebrate Wins: Earn cumulative reading badges as you hit new milestones. * Immersive UI: A beautiful, distraction-free interface designed to let you focus on the story.

Longtang is a Chinese vocabulary app built for serious learners. Every character comes alive with animated stroke order, spaced repetition flashcards, and a unique concentric word map that shows your progress from HSK 1 to HSK 7-9. VISUAL WORD MAP Explore Chinese characters on a beautiful concentric map. Inner rings are beginner words, outer rings are advanced. Tap any character to learn it. Watch your map light up as you progress. STROKE ORDER See exactly how every character is written. Color-coded strokes play in sequence. Break characters down into radicals and components to understand how they're built. SMART REVIEW Flashcards, quizzes, and mixed sessions adapt to your level using the FSRS spaced repetition algorithm. Rate each card, track your streak, and build lasting memory. DICTIONARY Search 114,000+ entries by pinyin, characters, or English. Every word includes definitions, example sentences, stroke order, and character decomposition. TEXT READER Paste any Chinese text and tap to look up words instantly. Save vocabulary from articles, messages, or textbooks directly to your study lists. HANDWRITING PRACTICE Trace characters stroke by stroke with guided feedback. Practice the words you're learning in your vocabulary lists. LISTENING QUIZ Test your ear — hear a word and pick the correct answer. Build audio recognition alongside reading skills. FEATURES • 114,000+ dictionary entries (CC-CEDICT) • Animated stroke order for 9,500+ characters • FSRS spaced repetition engine • HSK 1–9 word lists built in • Text reader with auto-segmentation • Handwriting practice with stroke guidance • Listening quizzes • One-time purchase — no ads, no account required