71+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed
Study Circle is the household name in hikaru hanada, but it's far from the only option. We track 71+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (37) | Yes | No | Jul 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 5.0★ (3) | Yes | Yes | May 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.8★ (2.1K) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.3★ (3.3K) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.9★ (16K) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 4.3★ (134) | Yes | No | Jul 2026 |
This app helps users boost motivation and make studying enjoyable by connecting them with friends. It offers a focus timer, progress visualization, and a community feature for mutual support and encouragement during study sessions.
Stay connected with loved ones by sharing daily moods, step counts, and locations. Facilitate easy communication and health management, with an added layer of emergency contact features for peace of mind.
This app offers a unique, game-like experience where you control a bird's flight using your breath. It aims to provide a peaceful and relaxing way to refresh your mind amidst busy days, without any competitive elements.
Immerse yourself in a historical romance adventure set in ancient Japan. Make choices that shape destiny as you fall for legendary samurai and ninjas. Customize your avatar and decorate your hide-out.
Immerse yourself in a 3D idol rhythm game with elaborate live scenes and engaging stories. Collect and customize 49 stylish idols, enjoy performances with a top voice cast, and design your own idol zone. Experience the next chapter of the Ensemble Stars! saga.
Experience the thrill of volleyball with this licensed RPG based on the popular anime. Build your dream team, relive iconic moments, and compete with stunning 3D visuals and authentic voice acting. Aim for victory on the court!
Experience the traditional Japanese card game Hanafuda. Play the popular "Koi Koi" rule variation, where you can continue playing until you lose all your points, or stick to the standard 12-round game. Compete for high scores in this engaging card game.
Embark on an immersive fantasy adventure on the continent of Orsterra. Experience a new story with stunning HD-2D pixel art, classic turn-based battles, and a top-notch soundtrack. Assemble a team of eight unique job classes to confront evil forces and restore peace.
Experience a traditional Japanese card game played with Hanafuda cards. The objective is to form specific card combinations, known as 'yaku', before your opponent. Choose to cash in your points or continue playing for higher scores by saying 'koi-koi'.
Step into a magical Wonderland and become the next Alice. Navigate a conflict between royal armies and discover romance with one of 14 charming characters. Enjoy an interactive novel with stunning illustrations, voice acting, and customizable avatars.
Experience a traditional Japanese card game in 3D. Match cards to collect them and score points. Play rounds until your life points run out, aiming to earn the most sentences.
Experience the origin story of a popular otome game series set in late Edo-era Japan. Follow a young woman's journey as she becomes entangled with the Shinsengumi and uncovers their dark secrets. Fully voiced in Japanese with beautiful illustrations.
Experience a full-scale Hanafuda card game set in the Bakumatsu era of Japan. Enjoy luxurious Japanese graphics, realistic gameplay, and humorous historical commentary.
Experience the traditional Japanese card game Hanafuda. This app makes it easy for even beginners to learn and play the classic game.
Experience the traditional Japanese card game "Koi-Koi" with beautiful Hanafuda card designs. This app offers authentic gameplay, a comprehensive tutorial for beginners, and stunning graphics for an immersive cultural experience.
This application allows users to view and enjoy various dress-up dolls by reading archived data in LZH format. It supports multiple KISS formats and allows sharing images to social media or saving them to a device's library. Data can be registered through iTunes file sharing, Mobile Safari downloads, or email attachments.
Guide unique students to graduation in this gentle escape game. Solve puzzles with intuitive controls, and use hints and answers to overcome challenges. Features cute characters suitable for all ages.
Experience the traditional Japanese card game Hanafuda. Match cards to form combinations and score points to win rounds. The objective is to accumulate the most points over 12 games.
