Comparison

Gachi Kanji vs EchoCardJA

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

Head to head
About

Gachi Kanji

Features
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Are you "Gachi" about Kanji? Stop browsing and start retaining. Gachi Kanji is a high-performance Spaced Repetition System (SRS) built for learners who want to move past recognition and master production. No fluff, no "gamey" distractions—just the high-yield Kanji you actually need to live and work in Japan. THE GACHI METHOD: REPS & TRACING Science proves that muscle memory is the key to long-term retention. Gachi Kanji combines a powerful SRS algorithm with a precision brush-stroke engine. Trace with Intent: Learn correct stroke order with a high-fidelity drawing interface. SRS Logic: Our system tracks every character. If it’s "Active," you’re drilling it. If it’s "Sleeping," your brain is resting. If it’s "Archived," it’s yours forever. High-Yield Only: We focus on the common Kanji used in daily Japanese life and the JLPT. APP FEATURES: JLPT Structured: Study decks organized from N5 to N1. Deep Filtering: Instantly sort by your mastery level—Active, Sleeping, or Archived. Neumorphic UI: A clean, sophisticated interface designed for long study sessions without eye strain. Offline First: Study on the train, the bus, or the mountains of Mie. No constant connection required. WHY GACHI KANJI? In Japanese, "Gachi" means to be serious, for-real, and intense. We didn't build a game; we built a tool for the Gachizei—the serious players. Whether you’re aiming for N1 or just trying to read the signs in your neighborhood, Gachi Kanji provides the structured reps you need to make the language stick. Stop forgetting. Start tracing. Get Gachi.

About

EchoCardJA

Master Japanese conversation with over 2,000 native phrases for daily situations. Enhance learning by attaching personal photos to flashcards, making it ideal for JLPT students and travelers.

Highlights
  • 2,000+ native Japanese phrases
  • Audio pronunciation
  • Romaji and English translations
  • Example sentences and response practice
  • Attach personal photos to flashcards
  • JLPT N5-N1 support
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Learn Japanese conversation efficiently with 2,000+ native phrases covering daily life — shopping, restaurants, school, work, and travel. Every flashcard includes: • Audio pronunciation • Romaji (romanized reading) • Example sentences • Response practice • English translation STANDOUT FEATURE: Attach your own photos to flashcards. Snap a photo of a situation you encounter in real life and add it to your learning deck. IDEAL FOR: • JLPT learners (N5–N1) • Japan travelers and those living or working in Japan • Beginners to intermediate Japanese learners UNLOCK FULL ACCESS • Full Access – One-time purchase, $9.99 Unlocks all 2,000+ flashcards and quiz features permanently. Privacy Policy: https://www.tomocreateinc.com/en/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Gachi Kanji4 screens
EchoCardJA4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Gachi Kanji at none against EchoCardJA's 1. Gachi Kanji also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). EchoCardJA's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 months). 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. EchoCardJA sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Gachi Kanji asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Gachi Kanji ships an update every 6 months, EchoCardJA fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Gachi Kanji versus EchoCardJA: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGachi KanjiEchoCardJA
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsFortnightly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size221 MB318 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBen WalkerTomocreate, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Gachi Kanji

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

EchoCardJA

One-time1
  • EchoCard JA – Full Access$9.99

Questions

Is Gachi Kanji free?
Gachi Kanji is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is EchoCardJA free?
EchoCardJA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Gachi Kanji or EchoCardJA have ads?
Gachi Kanji shows ads; EchoCardJA does not.
Which is updated more often, Gachi Kanji or EchoCardJA?
Gachi Kanji ships an update every 6 months, and EchoCardJA fortnightly. Most recently, Gachi Kanji was updated on November 9, 2026 and EchoCardJA on November 10, 2026.

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