Best Chinese Learning Writing Apps

204+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated June 2026

With an average user rating of 4.5★, the chinese learning writing category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 204+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Chinese Learning Writing

Write Chinese: Learn Mandarin#1

Write Chinese: Learn Mandarin by 向军 贾

Chinese characters beginners
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
3.6(28 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Master Mandarin Chinese with this educational app. It offers interactive lessons on 300 essential characters, complete with stroke order and spoken pronunciation. Ideal for beginners looking to build a solid foundation in the language.

Write Chinese:1st Grade A#2

Write Chinese:1st Grade A by 向军 贾

Practice basic Chinese writing
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
5.0(4 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app helps first-grade children learn and practice basic Chinese writing. It features 100 characters with Pinyin, demonstrates stroke order, and includes pronunciation guides.

Learn Cantonese Chinese &Hanzi#3

Learn Cantonese Chinese &Hanzi by PLANB LABS OU

Language learning by Drops
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.7😊(187 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Learn practical vocabulary through visually engaging mini-games and quick, daily sessions. Focuses on illustrated words and rapid interaction for an addictive and effective learning experience.

What We Love

  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Engaging learning experience
  • 💡 Effective repetition for memorization
  • 🎨 Visually appealing design

Room to Improve

  • 🕰️ Limited free daily usage
  • 💰 Expensive subscription
  • 🔍 Lack of grammar and sentence structure lessons

More Chinese Learning Writing apps to explore

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Scripts: Learn Chinese writing
Scripts: Learn Chinese writing
Scripts: Learn Chinese writing
Kanji, ASL, Cyrillic,Hiragana
Free

Master new writing systems with engaging, visual mini-games. Learn characters and letters through direct association with pronunciation, making learning fast, fun, and addictive. Commit just five minutes daily to build a consistent habit and gain the ability to read and write in a new language.

Visual learning with illustrations5-minute daily learning sessionsFast-paced mini-games
📚 Education
(2.2K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Pleco Chinese Dictionary
Pleco Chinese Dictionary
Pleco Chinese Dictionary
Handwriting, OCR, flashcards
Free

This app is a comprehensive tool for learning Chinese, offering integrated dictionaries, document reading, and flashcard features. It supports various input methods including handwriting and OCR, with extensive dictionary options and pronunciation guides.

Integrated dictionaries with over 110,000 entriesFull-screen handwriting inputLive OCR for word lookup
🔍 Reference
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
6
WriteChinese - learn to write
WriteChinese - learn to write
WriteChinese - learn to write
Learn Chinese stroke order
Free

Learn the correct stroke order for Chinese characters with animated guides and pronunciation. Supports text recognition, offline lookup, and practice writing with error correction. Ideal for students and learners of Chinese.

Stroke order lookup and animationPinyin annotation and voice pronunciationText recognition for input
📚 Education
(20)
free with in-app purchases
7
Chinese Hanzi Dictionary
Chinese Hanzi Dictionary
Chinese Hanzi Dictionary
Learn to write Chinese Hanzi
Free

Learn to write, read, and speak Chinese characters (Hanzi). This app provides comprehensive knowledge including meanings, pronunciation, stroke order, and vocabulary. It's a valuable tool for beginners of all ages to aid in study, work, and travel.

Learn simplified and traditional ChineseAnimated character writing with stroke orderDetailed character information (pinyin, radicals, definitions)
📚 Education
(327)
free with in-app purchases
8
Chinese Stroke Order Character
Chinese Stroke Order Character
Chinese Stroke Order Character
Chinese Writing Practice
Free

Master Chinese character writing with animated stroke order guides. This app helps beginners learn to write characters correctly, offering features like Pinyin annotation, real voice pronunciation, and multi-language support. It's designed to make learning Chinese calligraphy systematic and efficient.

Animated stroke order guidesPinyin annotationReal voice pronunciation
🔍 Reference
(627)
free with in-app purchases
9
Learn Chinese - Write & Speak
Learn Chinese - Write & Speak
Learn Chinese - Write & Speak
Master Mandarin Characters
Free
📚 Education
(0)
10
ChinesePro: Chinese Translator
ChinesePro: Chinese Translator
ChinesePro: Chinese Translator
Chinese,Text,Photo,Learning
Free

This app offers professional Chinese translation services, including voice, camera, and text translation. It's designed to assist with Chinese travel and language learning by facilitating real-time conversations and translating various forms of text.

Voice translationCamera translationConversation mode
🔍 Reference
(4K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Learn Chinese - Kids Apps
Learn Chinese - Kids Apps
Learn Chinese - Kids Apps
Speaking and Touch Writing
Free
📚 Education
(0)
12
Learn Mandarin Chinese & Hanzi
Learn Mandarin Chinese & Hanzi
Learn Mandarin Chinese & Hanzi
Language learning by Drops
Free

Learn Mandarin Chinese and Hanzi through fun, illustrated mini-games. Focus on practical vocabulary with 5-minute daily sessions, making language acquisition addictive and effortless. Build a strong learning habit with visual aids and rapid swipe-based interactions.

Illustrated vocabulary learning5-minute daily learning sessionsMini-games for engagement
📚 Education
(550)
freemium
13
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) by MindSnacks
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) by MindSnacks
Learn Chinese (Mandarin) by MindSnacks
by MindSnacks
Free

Learn Mandarin Chinese through engaging games designed for vocabulary and conversation. Master Pinyin, tones, and character writing with over 1000 words and phrases. Includes a free level with an option to upgrade for extensive content.

8 addictive and unique games1000+ Chinese words & phrasesUnique 'Galactic' game for tones
📚 Education
(116)
free with in-app purchases
14
ScriptPad: Chinese Writing
ScriptPad: Chinese Writing
ScriptPad: Chinese Writing
Learn to write Chinese
Free
📚 Education
(0)
15
BaoBao: Learn to Read Chinese
BaoBao: Learn to Read Chinese
BaoBao: Learn to Read Chinese
Understand Chinese in 3 months
Free

Master Chinese reading and listening with authentic content like novels, news, and videos. Features include side-by-side translation, native audio, tap-to-translate, AI-powered flashcards, and gamified challenges. Suitable for all levels, from beginner to advanced.

Authentic books and audiobooksSide-by-side translationNative narration with adjustable speed
📚 Education
(146)
free with in-app purchases
16
Laoshi: Learn Chinese & HSK
Laoshi: Learn Chinese & HSK
Laoshi: Learn Chinese & HSK
Flashcards, Grammar & Writing
Free

Master Mandarin Chinese with smart flashcards, comprehensive grammar explanations, and character writing practice. Prepare for HSK exams and track your progress with scientifically optimized review intervals. Supports importing custom decks.

Smart flashcards for characters, tones, and grammarComplete Chinese grammar section with explanationsHSK 2.0 & 3.0 exam preparation
📚 Education
(1.4K)
subscription
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Learn Chinese: Hanzi
Learn Chinese: Hanzi
Learn Chinese: Hanzi
HSK 3.0 Characters Practice
Free
📚 Education
(0)
18
Listen write Chinese:2nd Grade
Listen write Chinese:2nd Grade
Listen write Chinese:2nd Grade
Chinese Basic Learning
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)
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HeyChina: Learn Chinese
HeyChina: Learn Chinese
HeyChina: Learn Chinese
Basic Chinese Learning App
Free

Master Chinese with a fun, step-by-step approach. Learn vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and practice speaking with practical exercises. The app offers personalized learning paths and rewards to keep you motivated.

Methodical lesson routePronunciation and speaking practiceDevelop 4 mastery skills
📚 Education
(136)
free with in-app purchases
20
Writey Cursive Handwriting
Writey Cursive Handwriting
Writey Cursive Handwriting
Practice calligraphy writing
Free

Learn and improve handwriting skills with interactive courses for calligraphy, cursive, and print writing. Supports multiple languages and is designed for styluses like Apple Pencil. Suitable for children and adults looking to master beautiful handwriting.

Interactive handwriting coursesCalligraphy and cursive practiceMulti-language support
📚 Education
(12K)
free with in-app purchases