Comparison

Study Now vs JLPT Ninja

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

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About

Study Now

Features
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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. โ€” STUDY SMARTER โ€ข Practice vocabulary, grammar, and kanji by level โ€ข Full coverage from N5 to N1 โ€ข Track accuracy, progress, and streaks STAY FOCUSED โ€ข Block apps and websites with Screen Time โ€ข Unlock access only after studying โ€ข Turn distractions into motivation GO PREMIUM โ€ข Unlimited study sessions โ€ข Flexible study settings โ€ข Full progress tracking and history โ€ข Auto-renewable subscription โ€” 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

About

JLPT Ninja

Features
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Ace the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test with JLPT Ninja โ€” your all-in-one, intelligent study companion designed to take you from beginner (N5) to advanced fluency (N1). Whether you are preparing for your very first N5 test, aiming for the pivotal N3 intermediate benchmark, or gearing up for the high-stakes N2 and N1 professional certifications, JLPT Ninja provides everything you need to pass with confidence. ================================== WHY LEARNERS CHOOSE JLPT NINJA ================================== โ€ข COMPLETE N5 TO N1 COVERAGE Switch seamlessly between all 5 JLPT levels. Access curated vocabulary, high-frequency kanji, essential grammar rules, and authentic listening dialogues tailored to official test requirements. โ€ข SCIENTIFIC SRS FLASHCARDS Never forget a word again. Powered by the proven SM-2 Spaced Repetition algorithm, cards adapt dynamically to your personal retention curve: - Authentic Japanese Audio: Tap to listen to crystal-clear pronunciations. - Pitch Accent Notation: Master natural Tokyo pitch patterns with color-coded contours (Heiban, Atamadaka, Nakadaka, Odaka). - Furigana Toggle: Toggle readings on or off with a single tap to test your reading retention. - Real-World Collocations & Context: Learn how words are actually used in natural sentences. - Multilingual Support: Switch explanations instantly between English, Chinese, and Japanese. โ€ข COMPREHENSIVE KANJI CODEX Explore kanji from the ground up: - Filter by all 214 traditional radicals (้ƒจ้ฆ–) or stroke count. - Master On'yomi (Chinese readings) and Kun'yomi (Japanese readings). - Learn high-frequency compound words (็†Ÿ่ชž) for every character. - Track mastery states: Unlearned, Reviewing, and Mastered. โ€ข INTERACTIVE GRAMMAR POINT DRILLS Demystify Japanese syntax with clear, bite-sized lessons: - Detailed connection formulas and grammatical rules. - Nuance comparisons and explanations for similar or easily confused structures. - Instant feedback multiple-choice drill questions with thorough explanations. โ€ข REAL-WORLD LISTENING COMPREHENSION Train your ears for test day with authentic audio dialogues: - Realistic exam-style scenario audio (conversations, announcements, instructions). - Concealable scripts: practice pure listening first, then reveal the full transcript. - Adjustable playback speed (0.4x to standard) for gradual listening mastery. โ€ข AUTHENTIC TIMED MOCK EXAMS Experience the real test before exam day: - Full-length simulated exam sessions with accurate real-time countdown timers. - Sectional tests: drill Language Knowledge, Reading Comprehension, or Listening separately. - Official JLPT Scoring System: Computes sectional scores (0โ€“60) and overall score (0โ€“180). - Pass/Fail Verification: Evaluates the 90/180 overall passing threshold and 19-point sectional cutoff marks. - Review every question post-exam with in-depth answer rationales. โ€ข WEAKNESS BANK & TARGETED TRAINING Eliminate stubborn mistakes before they cost you marks on exam day: - Curated pitfall bank tackling tricky particle distinctions (e.g., ใซใŠใ„ใฆ vs ใซใŠใ‘ใ‚‹), honorific speech (ๆ•ฌ่ชž), and transitive vs. intransitive verb pairs. - Quick 3-minute / 5-question targeted drills. โ€ข PASS PREDICTION & ANALYTICS DASHBOARD Stay motivated with clear visibility into your progress: - Real-time exam pass probability percentage. - Skill radar assessing Vocabulary, Kanji, Grammar, Reading Speed, and Listening Accuracy. - Daily study timer, streak tracking, and personalized review queues. ================================== START YOUR JOURNEY TODAY ================================== Stop juggling multiple textbooks, flashcard apps, and audio files. Master Japanese with JLPT Ninja and walk into your exam room ready to pass. Download JLPT Ninja today and start your path to JLPT mastery!

Screenshots

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JLPT Ninja4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: JLPT Ninja at none against Study Now's 4. JLPT Ninja also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Study Now sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. JLPT Ninja asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Study Now versus JLPT Ninja: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStudy NowJLPT Ninja
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyโ€”Monthly
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad โ€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size16 MB19 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKota OginoHui Zhang

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Study Now

Subscriptions4
  • 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
None

JLPT Ninja

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Study Now free?
Study Now is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is JLPT Ninja free?
JLPT Ninja is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Study Now or JLPT Ninja have ads?
Study Now shows ads; JLPT Ninja does not.

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