JLPT N3 Past Papers vs Try Nihongo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
JLPT N3 Past Papers
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JPmate is a focused JLPT N3 study app built around exam practice. Just the words, grammar, reading, and listening you need, with smart review that remembers what you forget. WHY JPmate N3 β’ Built for the N3 exam format. Question types, sections, and timing follow the real test, so practice feels like the real thing. β’ Explanations in your language. Every answer is explained in English, Korean, Vietnamese, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), and Burmese β read the why, not just the what. β’ Spaced repetition that works. An FSRS-based review schedule resurfaces weak items right before you forget them, so study time works harder. β’ Listening built in. Real audio listening (θ΄θ§£) practice with hide/show scripts β train your ear, then check yourself. β’ Academically grounded. Vocabulary and grammar are checked against authoritative Japanese references β not crowd-sourced guesses. WHAT'S INSIDE β’ N3 vocabulary, grammar, reading (θͺθ§£), and listening (θ΄θ§£) β’ Full-length mock tests in the JLPT N3 section structure β’ Wrong-answer notes that collect everything you missed β’ Daily streaks and a study heatmap to keep momentum β’ A clean, distraction-free interface in light or dark mode PAST EXAM QUESTIONS, WITHOUT ADS OR PAYMENT N3 Language Knowledge and Reading past exam questions from γζ₯ζ¬θͺθ½εθ©¦ι¨ ε ¬εΌει‘ι 第δΊιοΌ2018οΌγ, published by The Japan Foundation (ε½ιδΊ€ζ΅εΊι) and Japan Educational Exchanges and Services (ζ₯ζ¬ε½ιζθ²ζ―ζ΄εδΌ), are included with attribution. These past questions may be used on condition that no fee is charged for the material, so solving them shows no ads, does not reduce your daily allowance, and never asks for payment. Past exam questions include answers and explanations, but no detailed explanations. Listening past questions and passages reproduced from other copyrighted works are not included. WHO IT'S FOR β’ Learners with an exam date coming up who want efficient, exam-aligned practice β’ People living in Japan studying for work, visa, or school β’ Self-learners who want depth from N3 upward without juggling five apps USING THE APP You can study in JPmate N3 for free. A subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase removes ads and the daily limit β the options are shown at checkout. Studying for another level? JPmate is released per level, so each app stays focused on one exam. Questions or feedback: contact@daylab.dev Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Try Nihongo
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TryNihongo helps you learn Japanese step by step through interactive lessons, dictionaries, and game-based practice. Key features: β’ Look up Japanese vocabulary, Kanji, and 214 radicals β’ Search for Kanji by drawing, then explore meanings, readings, and components β’ Practice Kanji writing with stroke order guidance β’ Learn Hiragana and Katakana through guided practice β’ Review vocabulary with flashcards, SRS, quizzes, and study notes β’ Practice pronunciation with speaking activities β’ Track learning progress and receive daily study reminders β’ Join quizzes, learning games, and leaderboards TryNihongo is designed for both beginners and learners reviewing Japanese every day. It combines learning, lookup tools, and practice to help you stay motivated while improving vocabulary, Kanji recognition, and reading skills.
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The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Try Nihongo at none against JLPT N3 Past Papers's 3. JLPT N3 Past Papers's advantage is update cadence (every 11 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. JLPT N3 Past Papers sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Try Nihongo asks for nothing beyond the download.
JLPT N3 Past Papers ships an update every 11 days, Try Nihongo every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | JLPT N3 Past Papers | Try Nihongo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days β better | Every 2 months |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No β better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 β better | 15.5 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 163 MB | 102 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | dasong sim | TOT DO XUAN |
In-app purchases
JLPT N3 Past Papers
- Premium Monthly$2.991 Month
- Premium 3-Month$5.993 Months
- Premium Lifetime$19.99
Try Nihongo
No in-app purchases
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