Study Now vs NihongoShadow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Study Now
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Study Now: JLPT turns distraction into progress. Block the apps that waste your time. Unlock them by completing short JLPT study sessions. Build real focus while preparing for N5 to N1. — STUDY SMARTER • Practice vocabulary, grammar, and kanji by level • Full coverage from N5 to N1 • Track accuracy, progress, and streaks STAY FOCUSED • Block apps and websites with Screen Time • Unlock access only after studying • Turn distractions into motivation GO PREMIUM • Unlimited study sessions • Flexible study settings • Full progress tracking and history • Auto-renewable subscription — Free to start. No pressure. Build consistency. Stay focused. Pass the JLPT. Study Now: JLPT uses a custom Terms of Use / EULA. The custom license agreement has been provided in App Store Connect, and the app includes in-app links to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy on the subscription screen. Terms of Use: https://kotabay.github.io/app-support/study-now-jlpt-terms.html Privacy Policy: https://kotabay.github.io/app-support/study-now-jlpt-privacy.html
NihongoShadow
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NihongoShadow is a shadowing practice app for Japanese learners. Real Japanese teachers—not AI—personally correct your recordings so you can build natural pronunciation and intonation. WHY NIHONGOSHADOW • Corrections by native Japanese teachers Experienced teachers listen to every submission and give you specific, personalized feedback on your pronunciation habits and how to improve—advice tailored to your native language. • Human feedback, not AI Many services rely on automatic AI scoring. We insist on human corrections, so you receive feedback on the subtle nuances and intonation that AI simply cannot judge. • Exclusive original JLPT materials (N5–N1) Study with our own original materials for every JLPT level, developed in-house and optimized for shadowing. Build real skills with content you will not find anywhere else. • 24/7 chat with native teachers Ask about Japanese anytime—grammar, keigo, or “does this expression sound natural?” Casual conversation practice is welcome too. Learn real Japanese you will not find in textbooks. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose a material suited to your level, from N5 to N1. 2. Listen to the native audio and record yourself shadowing. 3. Submit with a single tap. 4. Receive detailed corrections from native Japanese teachers within 24 hours.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: NihongoShadow at none against Study Now's 4. NihongoShadow also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price 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
Both are free to download. Study Now sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. NihongoShadow asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Study Now | NihongoShadow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 days |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 16 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Kota Ogino | MIKIO MOCHIZUKI |
In-app purchases
Study Now
- Monthly Premium$2.991 Month
- 3-Month Premium$6.993 Months
- 6-Month Premium$11.996 Months
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- Yearly Premium$19.991 Year
NihongoShadow
No in-app purchases









