46+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Every iPhone needs a few good simple furigana apps. We benchmark 46+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.6★ (245) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 2 |  | Free | 3.0★ (1) | No | Yes | May 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 4.7★ (1.1K) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free | 4.0★ (2) | No | No | May 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 4.0★ (5) | Yes | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.4★ (9) | No | Yes | Jul 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | Free | 3.9★ (7) | No | No | May 2026 |
Easily add ruby characters (furigana) to Japanese text. This app supports both hiragana and romaji annotations for kanji, and works with both vertical and horizontal layouts. Share or print your annotated text, or use the extension to add furigana directly within other apps like Safari.
Extract text from photos or web pages and automatically add furigana (Japanese phonetic readings). Save and share annotated images, or use handwriting input for Kanji. Great for learning Japanese.
This app helps you read, write, and learn Japanese with a powerful dictionary, offline OCR, and interactive flashcards. It offers advanced text analysis and a unique social feature for community support.
Easily add furigana reading aids to Japanese PDF documents. This app automatically annotates Kanji characters and allows customization to match your PDF's layout. You can also scan paper documents and add furigana, with all processing done offline for privacy.
This app uses your device's camera to add furigana (pronunciation guides) and romanized characters to Japanese text in photos. It supports both vertical and horizontal layouts, with adjustable font sizes and a dark mode option for comfortable reading.
This browser extension displays furigana, Japanese phonetic guides, directly on webpages. It offers a free trial period for users to experience its functionality. All processing is done locally on your device for enhanced privacy.
This app automatically adds furigana (ruby characters) to Japanese text. It supports input via camera, photos, pasting, and handwriting, making it ideal for beginners learning Japanese. You can also export text with furigana to PDF via email.
This extension adds Japanese reading aids (Furigana) to text displayed in Safari. It processes all data locally for enhanced privacy and offers customization options for learning. Choose between Romaji or Hiragana, and filter by school grade or JLPT level.
This app automatically adds furigana (ruby annotations) to Japanese websites, providing instant readings for kanji. It offers a reader mode, dictionary lookup, and customizable display options to enhance your Japanese browsing experience.
Instantly see Japanese readings above kanji in real-time with a live camera overlay. Freeze frames to inspect words, break them down character by character, and access detailed dictionary entries with definitions and example sentences. Ideal for learners seeking a practical reading aid.
This app helps Japanese language learners read Japanese text by automatically displaying furigana for kanji characters. It uses OCR to analyze images of text, including photos and screenshots, and allows customization of furigana display and history saving.
This app helps organize your iPhone/iPod Touch contacts by automatically adding furigana (phonetic readings) to names. It also consolidates duplicate entries, speeding up contact access. A built-in surname database assists with phonetic registration.