WaniKani AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Flashcard Learning Tools

The best Flashcard Learning alternative to WaniKani is Duolingo, which is free. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 50 alternatives to WaniKani and 15 are Flashcard Learning Tools so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Flashcard Learning Tool alternatives to WaniKani are Memrise, Kanji Dojo, Toucan Language Learning and Promova.

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WaniKani is a web application for learning Japanese kanji and vocabulary with the goal of teaching you around 1,700 kanji...

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WaniKani alternatives page was last updated Apr 18, 2025
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  1. Duolingo icon

    Duolingo

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    Duolingo offers a gamified platform to learn over 30 languages for free. Engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening practice with intelligent chatbots. Join 300 million users and track progress with rewards. Optional Duolingo Plus removes ads and adds features.

    249 Duolingo alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Duolingo Features

    1.  Gamification
    2.  Crowdsourced
    3.  Dark Mode
    4.  Reminders
    5.  Multiple languages

    Duolingo VS WaniKani

     

    • Duolingo is the most popular Web-based, Android, iPhone & iPad alternative to WaniKani.

    • Duolingo is the most popular free alternative to WaniKani.

    • Duolingo is Freemium and ProprietaryWaniKani is also Freemium and Proprietary
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    Memrise

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    Have fun while learning a foreign language with Memrise. The more you enjoy learning, the more (and quicker) your skills will develop. This is why entertainment mixed with real-life, relevant content is at the very core of the Memrise language learning experience.

    279 Memrise alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Memrise Features

    1.  Gamification
    2.  Multiple languages
    3.  Offline

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  4. Kanji Dojo icon

    Kanji Dojo

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    Android application for practicing writing Japanese characters.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Android
    • F-Droid
    Kanji Dojo screenshot 1

    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Dark Mode
    3.  Works Offline
    4.  Gamification
    5.  Cloud Sync
    6.  No registration required
    7.  Offline

    Kanji Dojo VS WaniKani

     

    • Kanji Dojo is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to WaniKani.

    • Kanji Dojo is the most popular Open Source alternative to WaniKani.

    • Kanji Dojo is Free and Open SourceWaniKani is Freemium and Proprietary
    • Kanji Dojo is Privacy focusedWaniKani is not according to our users
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    Promova

    Dive into personalized language learning with Promova's AI tools, offering 33 courses across 12 languages. Engage in conversation clubs, tutoring, and self-paced lessons with real-world vocabulary and machine learning for pro...

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    Toucan Language Learning

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    Toucan will teach you Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese and French without ever opening a textbook.

    197 Toucan Language Learning alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Microsoft Edge
    • Google Chrome
    • Firefox
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    Toucan Language Learning Features

    1.  Multiple languages
    2.  Browser extension

    Toucan Language Learning VS WaniKani

     
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    Promova

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    Dive into personalized language learning with Promova's AI tools, offering 33 courses across 12 languages. Engage in conversation clubs, tutoring, and self-paced lessons with real-world vocabulary and machine learning for pronunciation. Tracks your progress effectively.

    73 Promova alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • HUAWEI AppGallery
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    Promova Features

    1.  Online Tutors
    2.  Multiple languages
    3.  AI-Powered

    Promova VS WaniKani

     
  8. Drops icon

    Drops

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    Word by word, Drops helps you learn new vocabulary through fun, fast-paced games with simple mnemonic images in just 5 minutes a day.

    195 Drops alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Apple Watch
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    Properties

    1.  Educational

    Features

    1.  Ad-free

    Drops VS WaniKani

     
  10. Lingvist icon

    Lingvist

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    Learn Spanish, French, German, Russian, and English with Lingvist – a hyper-efficient vocabulary builder that uses AI to improve your memory.

    121 Lingvist alternatives

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • EE flagEstonia
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Lingvist Features

    1.  Grammar explanations

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    Comments about Lingvist as an Alternative to WaniKani
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    Negative •Jun 15, 2020
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    Because no japanese learning available

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    • Lingvist is Freemium and ProprietaryWaniKani is also Freemium and Proprietary
  11. LinGo Play icon

    LinGo Play

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    Invite your friends and have fun as you learn languages online together. Participate in tournaments with other players around the world. You will discover thousands of new words and phrases. Complete your Lingo course and get your certificate!

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone

    LinGo Play Features

    1.  Multiplayer
    2.  Gamification
    3.  Ad-free

    LinGo Play VS WaniKani

     
  12. Japanese Kanji Study icon

    Japanese Kanji Study

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    Kanji Study aims to be a helpful and easy-to-use tool for learning Japanese kanji. The app includes SRS, flashcards, multiple choice quizzes, writing challenges, kanji and word search, custom sets and much more.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
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    Japanese Kanji Study VS WaniKani

     
  13. Kanji Koohii icon

    Kanji Koohii

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    Study the Japanese characters with James Heisig's "Remembering the Kanji" method, and review with kanji flashcards.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Kanji Koohii Features

    1.  Srs

    Kanji Koohii VS WaniKani

     
  14. Kakugo icon

    Kakugo

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    Learn Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji through spaced repetition system for free.

    License model

    • Free • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • F-Droid
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    Kakugo Features

    1.  Gamification
    2.  Srs

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  15. Vocabulary Miner icon

    Vocabulary Miner

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    Brilliantly simple Flashcards app Vocabulary Miner helps you learn quick and easy. With the smart algorithm you will remember the words this time. Offline learning, spaced repetition, no ads, export & import, statistics...

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    • Online
    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
    Find or create Flashcards you need
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    Tap & Swipe - easy learning with smart algorithm

    Properties

    1.  Educational

    Features

    1.  Export to CSV
    2.  Offline

    Vocabulary Miner VS WaniKani

     
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