Comparison

Type Words vs DDUP

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

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About

Type Words

Features
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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 connection—on 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.

About

DDUP

Learn new vocabulary as you type in Chinese, with translations appearing above word candidates. Save words for later practice and track your progress. Supports multiple input methods and customization options.

Highlights
  • Learn words as you type
  • Save and practice new vocabulary
  • Multiple input methods
  • Progress tracking
  • Customizable keyboard
  • Listen to pronunciation
Features
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Learn new words as you type. Share how you feel, plan your next trip, or talk about a great meal. The Chinese you type can be the starting point for learning another language. DDUP shows translations above Chinese word candidates, bringing new vocabulary into familiar conversations. Save words as you go and make them stick with regular practice. 【Learn from the words you use every day】 Choose from English, Japanese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Russian. See translations as you type and build your vocabulary around what you actually say. 【Find a word. Save it for later.】 Enable candidate gestures to swipe down to save a word or up to send its translation. Save words from dictionary results, explore and download word books, and organize your collection in folders. 【Turn new words into familiar ones】 Learn and review with multiple-choice questions and self-assessment. Practice new words and revisit those due for review at your own pace. Track your progress with learning trends, a calendar, and daily streaks. 【Listen on your commute or a walk】 Play words aloud and get familiar with their pronunciation. Make the most of spare moments and let repeated listening bring vocabulary to life. 【Type the way that feels right】 Choose full Pinyin, a 9-key layout, Double Pinyin, Wubi, stroke input, or an English keyboard, plus handwriting and Zhuyin input. Import Sogou dictionaries, text dictionaries, and contact names to make names and specialist terms easier to type. 【Your everyday phrases, a tap away】 Keep saved phrases and clipboard history together in Quick Text. Insert replies, addresses, and frequently used information, or use in-keyboard voice input to turn your thoughts into text. 【Make every keystroke your own】 Choose themes, fonts, keyboard badges, and typing effects, or import your own fonts. Customize haptics, key sounds, character pop-ups, and cursor control with a slide of the spacebar. Start with your first message today. Type familiar Chinese with DDUP and discover new words. 【Subscription Cancellation Info】 1. Subscriptions auto-renew; payment is charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. 2. The system automatically charges your account and extends membership by one month within 24 hours prior to the current period's expiration. 3. To cancel, please manually disable auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the current subscription period ends. 4. Cancellation steps: Open iPhone "Settings" > Go to "iTunes Store & App Store" > Tap "Apple ID" > Select "View Apple ID" > Tap "Subscriptions" under "Account Settings" > Find and cancel the "continuous subscription." "Privacy Policy & Terms of Service" - Privacy Policy: https://logspot.hocgin.top/DDUP/?active=privacy-policy - Terms of Service: https://logspot.hocgin.top/DDUP/?active=terms-of-service

Screenshots

Type Words4 screens
DDUP4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: DDUP at every 3 days against Type Words's fortnightly. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. Type Words sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and DDUP sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Type Words ships an update fortnightly, DDUP every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Type Words versus DDUP: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterType WordsDDUP
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—88.2% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size13 MB208 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDozen Network Technology Co., Ltd.承金 洪

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Type Words

One-time3
  • 来敲单词会员 1 个月$0.99
  • 来敲单词会员 3 个月$2.99
  • 来敲单词会员 12 个月$9.99
4 purchases

DDUP

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$0.991 Month
  • Annual Plan$2.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Plan$2.99
  • Lifetime Plan$9.99

Questions

Is Type Words free?
Type Words is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DDUP free?
DDUP is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Type Words or DDUP have ads?
Neither Type Words nor DDUP shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Type Words or DDUP?
Type Words ships an update fortnightly, and DDUP every 3 days. Most recently, Type Words was updated on November 5, 2026 and DDUP on November 10, 2026.

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