Comparison

Korean Learner vs Korean UP

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

Head to head
About

Korean Learner

Features
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Korean Learner helps you study Korean vocabulary on your iPhone — with optional sync from the Korean Learner Chrome extension on your computer. STUDY • Flip-card study mode with shuffle • Text-to-speech pronunciation during study • Organize cards into decks and tags HANGUL • Learn the Korean alphabet with an interactive chart • Build syllables with the Hangul syllable builder SYNC (OPTIONAL) • Sign in with Google or Apple to back up your flashcards • Sync manually when you choose — same library as the Chrome extension • Sign-in is not required for local study The Chrome extension (separate install) lets you highlight Korean on web pages, translate, hear pronunciation, and save words as flashcards. Install the app, sign in, tap Sync now, and study on the go. Support: angloo2021@gmail.com

About

Korean UP

Features
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Korean UP is a Korean vocabulary learning app for learners from beginner to advanced. Build lasting vocabulary through guided levels, focused flashcards, and smart review. Six Learning Levels • Korean vocabulary organized into our own Levels 1–6 • Basic, intermediate, and advanced learning paths • Step-by-step flashcard sessions Smart Review • Spaced repetition based on the forgetting curve • Review words at the right time • Strengthen long-term memory Pronunciation and Examples • Pronunciation for words and example sentences • Listen and repeat at your own pace • Learn vocabulary in context Track Your Progress • Follow daily and total learning progress • Review favorites and difficult words • Simple, motivating study statistics Multi-language Support • Multiple interface and translation languages • Designed for Korean learners around the world Levels 1–6 are difficulty stages created by Korean UP for learning convenience. They are not official levels of any government exam or institution.

Screenshots

Korean Learner4 screens
Korean UP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Korean Learner at none against Korean UP's shown. On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Korean Learner ships an update every 3 weeks, Korean UP every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Ā· 5 level
Korean Learner versus Korean UP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKorean LearnerKorean UP
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB126 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYuk Yu LoGUNHO KIM

In-app purchases

None

Korean Learner

No in-app purchases

None

Korean UP

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Korean Learner free?
Korean Learner is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Korean UP free?
Korean UP is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Korean Learner or Korean UP have ads?
Korean UP shows ads; Korean Learner does not.
Which is updated more often, Korean Learner or Korean UP?
Korean Learner ships an update every 3 weeks, and Korean UP every 2 weeks. Most recently, Korean Learner was updated on October 31, 2026 and Korean UP on November 6, 2026.

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