Comparison

Learn Chinese Numbers vs Numfred

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

Head to head
About

Learn Chinese Numbers

Master Mandarin Chinese numbers with interactive learning tools. Features include instant digit-to-word translation, unique odometer-style number selection, and a fast-paced recognition game. An optional upgrade removes ads and expands number translation capabilities.

Highlights
  • Instant digit to word translation
  • Odometer-style number selection
  • Counting by ones, tens, hundreds
  • Number recognition game
  • Simplified and Traditional Chinese support
Features
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Learn Numbers and Counting in Mandarin Chinese, Simplified and Traditional! Chinese Numbers is a unique new way to learn numbers and counting in Mandarin Chinese. The app instantly translates numbers (as digits) into words. It has two input methods: the standard keypad style and a novel way to choose numbers using odometer-like wheels that make it easy to learn counting by ones, tens, hundreds, etc. It also features a fast-paced game to help you train yourself to quickly recognize numbers. Try it out, it's free to download, and an inexpensive upgrade removes ads and unlocks translation of larger numbers!

About

Numfred

This app helps users improve their ability to recognize spoken numbers in 13 languages. It offers two learning modes: listening and typing, or typing and listening, with options for offline learning and adjustable difficulty.

Highlights
  • Recognize spoken numbers
  • Practice numbers in 13 languages
  • Listen & Type learning mode
  • Type & Listen learning mode (Premium)
  • Offline learning
  • Adjustable voice speed (Premium)
Features
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Numfred trains a core skill in language learning: recognizing spoken numbers with confidence. Perfect for language courses, work, and school. Boost your listening comprehension and learn numbers in 15 languages: English, Spanish, French, Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Portuguese, Swedish, Dutch, Turkish, Polish, and Czech. Learning Mode 1 “Listen & Type” Hear a number, type it. Got it right? The next one appears instantly—an easy, game-like flow with quick wins for beginners and advanced learners. Learning Mode 2 „Type & Listen“ (Premium) Type any number and hear how it’s pronounced. Use the Step button to practice in increments of 1, 10, 100, or 1,000—ideal for beginners and for rapid drills in specific number ranges. Try it now: Download Numfred and try Basic with no time limit or sign-up required. Basic - Learn numbers in 15 languages - Learning Mode 1 “Listen & Type” (three skill levels) - Limited number ranges - Learn offline - No ads Premium (one-time purchase, no subscription) - Learn numbers in 15 languages - Learning Mode 1 “Listen & Type” (three skill levels) - Learning Mode 2 „Type & Listen“ - Extended number ranges up to 999,999 - Adjustable voice speed - Configurable digit grouping (3-digit or 4-digit/myriads) - Custom number separators - Learn offline - No ads

Screenshots

Learn Chinese Numbers3 screens
Numfred4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Learn Chinese Numbers at 4.8 against Numfred's 4.0. Learn Chinese Numbers also leads on ratings volume (12 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). Numfred's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Learn Chinese Numbers sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Numfred sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Learn Chinese Numbers holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Learn Chinese Numbers has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Learn Chinese Numbers ships an update every 2 months, Numfred every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
Learn Chinese Numbers versus Numfred: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLearn Chinese NumbersNumfred
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (12 ratings) — better4.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size10 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDavid RichmondFrank Benkelmann

Customer experience

Learn Chinese Numbers

All ratings12 ratings
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Numfred

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Learn Chinese Numbers

One-time1
  • Upgrade$0.99
1 purchases

Numfred

One-time1
  • Premium$9.99

Questions

Is Learn Chinese Numbers free?
Learn Chinese Numbers is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Numfred free?
Numfred is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Learn Chinese Numbers or Numfred?
Learn Chinese Numbers is rated higher. Learn Chinese Numbers averages 4.8 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Numfred averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Learn Chinese Numbers or Numfred have ads?
Learn Chinese Numbers shows ads; Numfred does not.
Which is updated more often, Learn Chinese Numbers or Numfred?
Learn Chinese Numbers ships an update every 2 months, and Numfred every 6 weeks. Most recently, Learn Chinese Numbers was updated on October 24, 2026 and Numfred on October 15, 2026.

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