Comparison

Proverb Robo vs ThinkBoard Player

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

Head to head
About

Proverb Robo

Discover the meaning and context of Japanese proverbs (Kotowaza). This app offers a fun way to learn these traditional sayings, focusing exclusively on Japanese content. Expand your understanding of Japanese culture through its common wisdom.

Highlights
  • Learn Japanese proverbs
  • Understand Kotowaza meanings
  • Focus on Japanese language
  • Educational content
  • Cultural insights
Features
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Learn the Japanese Proverb! Have fun with Kotowaza A proverb is a simple and concrete saying, popularly known and repeated, that expresses a truth based on common sense or the practical experience of humanity. Let's learn Japanese proverb! # Japanese only

About

ThinkBoard Player

This application allows users to play video content created with the ThinkBoard content creation software. It supports various TBO and TBC file formats and offers multiple methods for importing and viewing files, including direct import, iTunes file sharing, and URL downloads.

Highlights
  • Plays TBO and TBC file formats
  • Import files via iTunes
  • Direct file import
  • URL download and playback
  • Supports various file extensions
Features
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A player dedicated to video content created with the content creation software "ThinkBoard". ■ How to watch ・Viewing via Safari or other browsers  The file will be saved in a folder such as download by the browser.  After that, it will be handled by the download manager or file app. ・ Viewing using the file app  (1) Copy / move the TB file saved by downloading etc. directly to the "Files List" folder of this application.  ② Select "Open with ThinkBoard Player" from the shared menu.   (* It may not be possible depending on the version) ・File transfer using the "File Sharing" function of iTunes  This application checks the shared folder when the application starts,   and moves the transferred playable files to the "Files List". ・ Viewing using the import function of this application  You can import from the upper right "⋮" button in the file list. ・Enter the URL from the menu "Download" and watch from the list.  If you cannot download directly, the browser will start. ■ Playable files TBO file format (TBO / TBON / TBO-L / TBO-LN / TBO-M / TBO-MN) TBC file format (TBC / TBM / TBT / TBMT) * Member content created with the ThinkBoard G series cannot be played. ■ Viewing environment Recommended: 2GB RAM or more * Delays may occur depending on device specifications and content. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ■ What is ThinkBoard? ThinkBoard is a "content creation software" that creates video content with images, voice, and handwritten drawings. With the creator's real "voice" and "handwritten drawings," it is possible to create content that conveys feelings and individuality, and expresses subtle nuances that are difficult to express in printed form. ThinkBoard, which was developed based on the basic concepts of "easy," "speedy," and "easy to understand," is currently used in the fields of communication, presentations, and other learning and educational tools (e-learning, correspondence courses) . ■Customer support Please contact us at the e-mail address below with any problems or questions. We would appreciate it if you could let us know the name of the device you are using and which content you were viewing when the problem occurred. (Customers who have reported problems in their custom reviews should also contact us at this email address.) ◎ Email address  Info@e-kjs.jp ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Screenshots

Proverb Robo4 screens
ThinkBoard Player4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: ThinkBoard Player at none against Proverb Robo's shown. ThinkBoard Player also leads on monetization model (free vs ad-supported) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). Proverb Robo's advantage is review sentiment (50% vs 29%). On price, update cadence, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Proverb Robo ships an update every 5 months, ThinkBoard Player every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and November 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Proverb Robo versus ThinkBoard Player: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterProverb RoboThinkBoard Player
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better28.6% of reviews
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 monthsEvery 4 months — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationAd-supportedFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size57 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMASAHIRO MIZUTANIKJS

Customer experience

Proverb Robo

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%

ThinkBoard Player

Written reviews14 reviews
Positive28.6%
Neutral7.1%
Negative64.3%

In-app purchases

None

Proverb Robo

No in-app purchases

None

ThinkBoard Player

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Proverb Robo free?
Proverb Robo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ThinkBoard Player free?
ThinkBoard Player is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Proverb Robo or ThinkBoard Player have ads?
Proverb Robo shows ads; ThinkBoard Player does not.
Which is updated more often, Proverb Robo or ThinkBoard Player?
Proverb Robo ships an update every 5 months, and ThinkBoard Player every 4 months. Most recently, Proverb Robo was updated on October 19, 2026 and ThinkBoard Player on November 1, 2026.

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