StrokeCoach vs CalliMate

StrokeCoach helps you master Chinese character handwriting with accurate stroke order animations, photo recognition, and printable tracing sheets. STROKE ORDER ANIMATIONS Look up any Chinese character and watch its stroke order drawn stroke by stroke. Over 9000 characters supported. PHOTO RECOGNITION Take a photo of Chinese text and instantly recognize all characters. Tap any character to view its stroke order, then add it to your wordbook. PRINTABLE TRACING SHEETS Create custom tracing worksheets and print them on real paper. StrokeCoach generates perfectly formatted PDFs with practice grids. WORD BOOKS Organize your practice with custom wordbooks. Star favorites for quick access. Import characters from photos or search by typing. PRIVACY FIRST All data stays on your device. No account required. No data collection. LIFETIME PURCHASE One-time payment unlocks everything. No subscriptions. Free version includes daily limits. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited access.

CalliMate helps you practice Chinese calligraphy with clean copybook pages, character references, and focused study tools. Search characters, browse practice materials, and keep your writing sessions organized with an interface designed for calm, repeated practice. Whether you are learning basics, reviewing structure, or preparing a practice routine, CalliMate keeps useful references close and makes it easier to return to writing every day.