250+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Pinyin Academy is the household name in learn pinyin, but it's far from the only option. We track 250+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.4★ (142) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 2 |  | Free | 4.7★ (15) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.9★ (24K) | No | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.6★ (59) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 5 |  | Free | — | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.5★ (10) | Yes | Yes | Oct 2026 | |
| 7 |  | Free | 4.3★ (343) | Yes | No | Oct 2026 | |
| 8 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | Yes | No | May 2026 |
Master Chinese Pinyin and basic characters with interactive lessons, games, and pronunciation practice. This app offers systematic learning for all levels, covering sounds, writing, vocabulary, and phonetic recognition. Ideal for children, students, and language enthusiasts.
Master Chinese Pinyin with this educational tool. It focuses on standard pronunciation, combining initials, finals, and tones. Practice individual pinyin sounds and their application in combinations.
This app offers a fun and effective way to learn Mandarin Chinese from beginner to conversational levels. It combines game-based lessons, stories, videos, and speech recognition to help you master pronunciation, characters, and practical conversations while exploring Chinese culture.
