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ParoMe vs WaniKani
Both stand on language learning apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
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Free plan APIWeb
WaniKani combines mnemonic teaching with adaptive review for Japanese kanji and vocabulary. Its free opening levels and clear paid plans may suit readers who want a dedicated reading-focused course, provided they can study online.
Visit WaniKaniThe facts
| ParoMe | WaniKani | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | No |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Annual: $89 a year |
| Plans published | 9 | 7 |
| Maker | Not published | WaniKani |
| Website | parome.app | wanikani.com |
| On language learning apps | #121 of 278 | #125 of 278 |
ParoMe: what it does well
WaniKani: what it does well
- Over 2,000 kanji and 6,000 vocabulary words
- Mnemonic instruction for radicals, kanji, and vocabulary
- Spaced repetition adjusts review intervals
- First three levels are free
- Refund requests allowed within 60 days
What to know first
- No official iOS or Android app
- Lessons require an internet connection
- Level 4 and above require premium access
- API requests need a personal token and HTTPS
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