Best Radical Kanji Apps

243+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated November 2026

Finding the right radical kanji apps can be overwhelming with so many options. We've analyzed 243+ apps to bring you the best choices for 2026, from free options to premium solutions with advanced features.

Compare top Radical Kanji Apps (November 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Radical: Kanji DictionaryRadical: Kanji DictionaryFree5.0★ (1)NoYesOct 2026
2Kanji Learner's DictionaryKanji Learner's Dictionary$19.994.6★ (12)NoNoNov 2026
3KanjiN - Learn Japanese KanjiKanjiN - Learn Japanese KanjiFree—NoYesNov 2026
4Kanji Lens - Japanese ScannerKanji Lens - Japanese ScannerFree5.0★ (1)YesYesNov 2026
5Kanji!Kanji!Free2.0★ (1)NoNoMay 2026
6Kanji-KunKanji-KunFree4.0★ (1)YesYesOct 2026
7Wasabi Kanji - Japanese KanjiWasabi Kanji - Japanese KanjiFree—YesNoMay 2026
8Daily Kanji: JLPT N5-N1Daily Kanji: JLPT N5-N1Free5.0★ (7)YesYesNov 2026

Top Picks for Radical Kanji

Radical: Kanji Dictionary#1

Radical: Kanji Dictionary by Carlos Ramos Fuentes

Kanji Made Radically Easier.
Editor's Choice
📚 Education
5.0(1 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app teaches the underlying structure of kanji by explaining phonetic radicals, which predict pronunciation when kanji are combined. It offers a comprehensive dictionary, vocabulary lists with mastery tracking, and structured courses to help learners understand, not just memorize, Japanese characters.

Kanji Learner's Dictionary#2

Kanji Learner's Dictionary by CJKI

Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dict.
Strong Contender
🔍 Reference
4.6(12 ratings)
$19.99
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This comprehensive dictionary app provides detailed information on 3,002 kanji characters, including meanings, readings, and stroke order diagrams. It offers multiple search methods and is designed for learners of Japanese.

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FAQ about Radical Kanji

What are the best radical kanji apps for iPhone?
Radical: Kanji Dictionary tops our radical kanji apps ranking as of November 2026, with a 5.0-star average from 1 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top radical kanji apps we rank are free to download, including Radical: Kanji Dictionary and KanjiN - Learn Japanese Kanji.
Radical: Kanji Dictionary has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of November 2026.
We track 243+ radical kanji apps on the iOS App Store as of November 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.