Type Words vs YomiageKun
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Type Words
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Learn English words by typing them. TypeWords turns spelling practice into a simple daily routine. Type falling words, test what you remember, and work through word lists one unit at a time. PRACTICE WITH A RHYTHM Watch each word fall and finish typing before it reaches the bottom. Adjust the practice speed to find a pace that works for you. PUT YOUR MEMORY TO WORK Move from typing the words you see to recalling the answers yourself. Practice sessions and recall tests help you work on both spelling and memory. FOLLOW YOUR PROGRESS Work through a clear unit map, complete tests, and unlock the next steps. Check your word list scores and overall progress as you go. CHOOSE YOUR WORD LISTS Start with the included vocabulary or download additional word lists. Switch between lists to focus on your current learning goal. PRACTICE OFFLINE Once a word list is on your device, you can use the core practice features without an internet connectionβon iPhone or iPad. START WITHOUT AN ACCOUNT No registration or sign-in is required. Your selected word list, practice progress, scores, and speed settings stay on your device. OPTIONAL MEMBERSHIP Some word lists require a paid membership, available through in-app purchases. Membership does not renew automatically. Available plans and included word lists are shown in the app. An internet connection is required to browse online catalogs, download or update word lists, and make or restore purchases. Learning progress is stored locally; cross-device sync and cloud backup are not available. A few minutes. A few words. Another step forward.
YomiageKun
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Your school worksheet just learned to speak. Can't read the pronunciation? Can't type it into a dictionary? One photo fixes both. = SHOOT. TAP. HEAR. = Photograph any textbook page or handout. The layout stays exactly as printed β every word becomes tappable. Touch any word and hear its correct pronunciation instantly. No typing required. "How do you read this?" β now you'll always have an answer. Just tap any word on the page for the correct pronunciation, right away. Works with any school, any publisher, any handout. Whatever material your child brings home becomes a pronunciation practice tool. = ENGLISH AND JAPANESE = Tap an English word: β’ Pronunciation read aloud β’ Katakana reading (e.g. apple -> appuru) or IPA β’ Japanese meaning Tap a Japanese word: β’ Pronunciation read aloud β’ Romaji reading (e.g. taberu) β’ English meaning (iOS 18 and above) Useful not just for English learners, but also for learners of Japanese. = AUTOMATIC WORD BOOK = Every word you tap is saved to your word book automatically. Organize materials in folders. β’ Study Mode (Pro): Hide words and test yourself β’ Flash Cards (Pro): Quick card-flip review β’ Quiz (Pro): Three types of multiple-choice test = THREE QUIZ MODES (Pro) = English word -> Choose the meaning Meaning -> Choose the English word Listen -> Choose the English word you hear Three angles to make words truly stick. = PERFECT FOR = β’ Checking the pronunciation of words on classroom handouts β’ Previewing or reviewing with your textbook β’ Practicing pronunciation on your own β no teacher needed β’ Long-press any word to hear the whole sentence read naturally β’ Foreign learners of Japanese checking readings on real Japanese materials = SIMPLE PRICING = Core features are free. Pro (Β₯480, one-time) removes the 2-material save limit and unlocks the word book, study mode, flashcards, and quiz. No subscription. Permanent license. Works across iPhone and iPad signed in with the same Apple ID. Your purchase carries over through any future app updates. Whatever worksheet. Whatever school. Check pronunciation on your own β anytime, anywhere.
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Verdict
Type Words and YomiageKun are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters β price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them β neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. Type Words sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and YomiageKun sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Type Words ships an update fortnightly, YomiageKun every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Type Words | YomiageKun |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 9 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac β better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dozen Network Technology Co., Ltd. | Daisaku Seto |
In-app purchases
Type Words
- ζ₯ζ²εθ―δΌε 1 δΈͺζ$0.99
- ζ₯ζ²εθ―δΌε 3 δΈͺζ$2.99
- ζ₯ζ²εθ―δΌε 12 δΈͺζ$9.99
YomiageKun
- YomiageKun Pro$2.99
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