Best Pinyin Typist Apps

207+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.0 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated April 2026

If you already know Pinyin Typist, this is the deeper bench. 207+ pinyin typist apps for iPhone, all reviewed and ranked by user rating, recency, and download trend as of April 2026.

Top Picks for Pinyin Typist

Pinyin Typist#1

Pinyin Typist by TroubadourWorks

Type Pīnyīn with Tone Marks!
Editor's Choice
📊 Productivity
2.7(7 ratings)
$1.99
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This application allows users to quickly and easily type Pīnyīn with tone marks using Apple's system keyboards or third-party keyboards, making it ideal for learning or teaching Mandarin, or writing down Mandarin expressions. With its user-friendly interface and features like tone mark buttons, copying and sharing functionality, and adjustable text size, it turns typing Pīnyīn into a pleasure, and is a must-have app for anyone working with the language.

Pinyin Helper -  Speak Chinese#2

Pinyin Helper - Speak Chinese by Guangzhou Foxi Shengcai Technology Co., Ltd.

Pinyin Converter & Translator
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
5.0(3 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This language learning tool helps users translate and learn Chinese phrases and sentences with instant translation, audio pronunciation, and a detailed dictionary. With its intuitive design and helpful features, it makes learning Chinese easier and more enjoyable, start your learning journey today!

Pinyin Academy-Fun with Pinyin#3

Pinyin Academy-Fun with Pinyin by 运杰 高

Master Pinyin dan kata Cina.
Worth Considering
📚 Education
4.4(142 ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This learning tool helps users of all ages master Chinese Pinyin and basic characters through interactive lessons, exercises, and games, covering pronunciation, writing, vocabulary, and phonetic recognition. Start your Chinese learning journey today with step-by-step lessons and fun activities to boost retention and motivation.

More Pinyin Typist apps to explore

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iHuman Pinyin
iHuman Pinyin
iHuman Pinyin
The Pinyin app for children
Free

An engaging educational app for kids focused on learning Pinyin through interactive activities, songs, leveled readers, and scenarios. Features instant pronunciation feedback and a variety of content to develop Pinyin skills. Subscription-based with options for annual or 3-month VIP membership. Contact via email at service@ihuman.com.

📚 Education
(1.4K)
5
Pleco Chinese Dictionary
Pleco Chinese Dictionary
Pleco Chinese Dictionary
Handwriting, OCR, flashcards
Free

A powerful and comprehensive Chinese learning companion app with features like dictionaries, OCR, flashcards, and handwriting input. Easily look up words, characters, and example sentences, while enjoying excellent customer support. Experience the best in mobile Chinese learning without ads. Contact support for more information.

🔍 Reference
(1.9K)
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Pinyin Dictation
Pinyin Dictation
Pinyin Dictation
Help practice Chinese Pinyin
Free
$0.99 | 100% OFF
📚 Education
(1)
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Chinese to Pinyin Convert
Chinese to Pinyin Convert
Chinese to Pinyin Convert
Learn Chinese Pinyin
Free
📚 Education
(3)
8
Chinese Pinyin Trainer
Chinese Pinyin Trainer
Chinese Pinyin Trainer
The easy way to master Pinyin
Free
📚 Education
(100)
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Convert To Pinyin Lite
Convert To Pinyin Lite
Convert To Pinyin Lite
Chinese text to hanyu pinyin
Free

This application quickly converts Chinese characters to hanyu pinyin with correct tonal marks, making it perfect for learners of the Chinese language to check pronunciations. Simply type or paste the Chinese text, convert it, and then copy or share the pinyin text.

🔧 Utilities
(2)
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Chinese Pinyin Game
Chinese Pinyin Game
Chinese Pinyin Game
by Majestech LLC
Free

Improve your Chinese pinyin pronunciation with this interactive game that trains your ear to recognize similar sounds. Play quizzes to test your listening skills and track your progress, and access a Pinyin Chart to review and practice pronunciation.

📚 Education
(119)
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Chinese Pinyin LearningMachine
Chinese Pinyin LearningMachine
Chinese Pinyin LearningMachine
An easy way to learn Pinyin
Free

Learn the basics of Chinese Pinyin with this interactive tool, which offers standard pronunciation guides, practice exercises, and mastery tests to help you master individual and combined Pinyin characters. Master Chinese Pinyin with a comprehensive learning experience.

📚 Education
(11)
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Pinyin Chart - Learn Chinese
Pinyin Chart - Learn Chinese
Pinyin Chart - Learn Chinese
by OnDemandWorld (HK)
Free

The application provides a comprehensive Pinyin Chart that helps users perfect their Chinese pronunciation. It includes features like all possible sound and tone combinations, multiple themes, and a detailed guide on achieving an authentic accent. The app is designed to be a valuable resource for any level of Chinese language learner.

📚 Education
(4)
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Pinyinizer — Pinyin Converter
Pinyinizer — Pinyin Converter
Pinyinizer — Pinyin Converter
Chinese to Hanyu Pinyin
$2.99

This application converts Chinese characters to Hanyu Pinyin, allowing users to listen to pronunciations and work offline. It's a helpful tool for those looking to learn and study Chinese, get started with converting Chinese characters to Pinyin today.

📚 Education
(6)
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Magikid Pinyin
Magikid Pinyin
Magikid Pinyin
by ANGELL ECHO INC.
Free

Learn Mandarin Chinese with a fun and interactive approach, using letters and symbols you already know to master Pinyin, the official Romanization of Mandarin. Join a cast of magical friends on a journey to save the Pinyin Islands by learning through stories, games, and catchy songs, and track your progress with clear reports.

📚 Education
(57)
15
Pinyin Pengyou
Pinyin Pengyou
Pinyin Pengyou
Keyboard for language learners
Free

This app provides a keyboard for Chinese language learners, allowing them to type in Pinyin and see matching Chinese characters and English translations. By enabling the keyboard in settings, users can communicate in Chinese characters comfortably, even with limited knowledge, and access various dictionaries and customization options.

📚 Education
(6)
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PinYin(拼音)
PinYin(拼音)
PinYin(拼音)
Phonetic Symbol of Chinese
Free
📚 Education
(1)
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HelloChinese - Learn Chinese
HelloChinese - Learn Chinese
HelloChinese - Learn Chinese
#1 Chinese Learning App
Free

An innovative app for mastering Chinese language through interactive lessons, real-life dialogues, pronunciation exercises, and quizzes. Start your language learning journey today!

📚 Education
(22K)
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Chinese To PinYin
Chinese To PinYin
Chinese To PinYin
Pinyin Assistant
Free
🔧 Utilities
(7)
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Chinese To Pinyin - Un
Chinese To Pinyin - Un
Chinese To Pinyin - Un
Convert Chinese To Pinyin
Free
$1.99 | 100% OFF

This application helps users master the Chinese language by converting Chinese characters to Pinyin, with features such as character recognition, pronunciation guidance, and offline capability. With its comprehensive tools, users can seamlessly learn and understand Chinese, and start their language learning journey today.

📚 Education
(1)
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Cloud Pinyin
Cloud Pinyin
Cloud Pinyin
Real-time Pinyin above text
Free
🔍 Reference
(0)