Best Mandarin Keyboard Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.5 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good mandarin keyboard apps. We benchmark 249+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Mandarin Keyboard Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Translator Keyboard - LanguageTranslator Keyboard - LanguageFree4.7โ˜… (21K)NoYesOct 2026
2Pinyin PengyouPinyin PengyouFree1.2โ˜… (6)NoYesSep 2026
3Pleco Chinese DictionaryPleco Chinese DictionaryFree4.7โ˜… (1.9K)NoYesOct 2026
4Du Chinese: Read&Learn ChineseDu Chinese: Read&Learn ChineseFree4.9โ˜… (4.5K)NoYesOct 2026
5Gboard โ€“ the Google KeyboardGboard โ€“ the Google KeyboardFree4.1โ˜… (59K)NoNoOct 2026
6Easy Mailer Chinese KeyboardEasy Mailer Chinese Keyboard$0.991.0โ˜… (2)NoNoOct 2026
7Easy Chinese KeyboardEasy Chinese KeyboardFree1.0โ˜… (1)NoYesSep 2026
8PULSE English-Chinese KeyboardPULSE English-Chinese KeyboardFree5.0โ˜… (1)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Mandarin Keyboard

Translator Keyboard - Language#1

Translator Keyboard - Language by Air Apps Systems

Translate Text, Message & Chat
Editor's Choice
๐Ÿ”ง Utilities
4.7๐Ÿ˜ž(21K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Type and translate text instantly in over 60 languages directly from your keyboard. Seamlessly communicate in any app without switching or copying. Enhance conversations with emojis.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Fast translation
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Convenient keyboard translator
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Supports many languages
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Easy to use

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Requires subscription after limited free use
  • ๐Ÿ› Inconsistent translations
  • ๐Ÿ› Keyboard issues
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Expensive subscription
Pinyin Pengyou#2

Pinyin Pengyou by Guy Brooker

Keyboard for language learners
Strong Contender
๐Ÿ“š Education
1.7(7 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This keyboard app helps Chinese language learners type Chinese characters (Hanzi) by suggesting words based on Pinyin input. It offers various dictionaries and custom word options, with a subscription unlocking Hanzi writing capabilities.

Pleco Chinese Dictionary#3

Pleco Chinese Dictionary by Pleco Inc.

Handwriting, OCR, flashcards
Worth Considering
๐Ÿ” Reference
4.7๐Ÿ˜Š(1.9K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿš€ Extremely helpful and useful
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Comprehensive and detailed dictionary
  • ๐Ÿ” Excellent search and lookup features
  • ๐Ÿ’ก Customizable and personalized experience
  • ๐ŸŽ“ Essential tool for learning Chinese
  • ๐Ÿ”Š Clear audio pronunciations

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Expensive add-ons and bundles
  • ๐Ÿ› Occasional bugs and freezing issues
  • ๐Ÿ” Cluttered interface and navigation
  • ๐ŸŒ Lack of cloud sync and backup

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FAQ about Mandarin Keyboard

What are the best mandarin keyboard apps for iPhone?
Translator Keyboard - Language tops our mandarin keyboard apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.7-star average from 21K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 19 of the top mandarin keyboard apps we rank are free to download, including Translator Keyboard - Language and Pinyin Pengyou.
Translator Keyboard - Language has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ mandarin keyboard apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.