WaniKani Alternatives

WaniKani is described as 'Web application for learning Japanese kanji and vocabulary with the goal of teaching you around 1,700 kanji and 5,000 vocabulary words in about a one to two years. "What? That's impossible!" you scream' and is a language learning tool in the education & reference category. There are more than 50 alternatives to WaniKani, not only websites but also apps for a variety of platforms, including iPhone, Android, iPad and Android Tablet apps. The best WaniKani alternative is Duolingo, which is free. Other great sites and apps similar to WaniKani are Memrise, Busuu, Corgi AI and Glossarie.

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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 Mar 25, 2025
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  1. Mr.Webtool icon

    Mr.Webtool

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    A comprehensive suite of English language tools, courses, and resources, all in one platform, for those who use the English language every day.

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    • Online
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Distraction-free

    Features

    1.  Spell Checking
    2.  Synonyms
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  Readability
    5.  Grammar tool
    6.  Thesaurus

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  2. Nimonikku icon

    Nimonikku

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    A spaced repetition tool to help you master Japanese kanji & words in a breeze.

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    Platforms

    • Online
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    Properties

    1.  Educational

    Features

    1.  Srs

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  4. Fluent - Language learning icon

    Fluent - Language learning

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    Fluent teaches you French while you surf the web. It's the most immersive, fun, and efficient way to pick up French vocabulary.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Google Chrome
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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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    gengo.app

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    Gengo is a manga, light novel reader with an integrated OCR Dictionary and tools, designed for effective Japanese learning. The project drew strong inspiration from AJATT and other immersive language learning methods, as well as the 'Kaku' android app, which lacked a...

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused
    2.  Lightweight

    Features

    1.  Dark Mode
    2.  Built-in Dictionary
    3.  Ad-free
    4.  OCR
    5.  No registration required

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  7. LangLandia icon

    LangLandia

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    This game helps you learn Spanish in a fun and addictive game using online competitions, books, and a complete game format.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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  8. Blarma icon

    Blarma

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    Looking for fun and fast ways to learn new languages? Want to effectively memorize all the new words that you’ve learned?

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

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    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    Properties

    1.  Educational

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  10. Master Ling icon

    Master Ling

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    Learn 50 languages with Master Ling. Learn a new language by playing games and chatting with our Bot. Ling includes 200 lessons recorded by native speakers.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • TH flagThailand

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
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    Properties

    1.  Educational

    Features

    1.  Multiple languages
    2.  Launcher

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    LangTurbo

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    LangTurbo takes you from intermediate to fluent in record time using podcasts.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • SE flagSweden
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • Online
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    LangTurbo Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Built-in Dictionary

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  12. DoodleLingo - Draw and Learn! icon

    DoodleLingo - Draw and Learn!

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    The fun way to learn a language! Using science to improve your vocabulary, one doodle at a time!.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • iPhone
    • iPad
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    DoodleLingo - Draw and Learn! Features

    1.  Gamification

    DoodleLingo - Draw and Learn! VS WaniKani

     
  13. Nuenki icon

    Nuenki

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    Learn a language while you browse the web.

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    • Google Chrome
    • Mozilla Firefox
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    Nuenki Features

    1.  Ad-free

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  14. iPushYouEnglish icon

    iPushYouEnglish

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    This app will send you new words (with translation) every day until you master 5000 essential English words!.

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • iPad
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  15. kanjibox icon

    kanjibox

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    KanjiBox is an offline Japanese studying application. It provides an efficient yet fun way to practice all aspects of Japanese (kana, kanji, vocab, reading, writing...) through drills, quizzes and flash cards, while providing engaging feedback through progress charts, scores and...

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    • iPhone
    • iPad
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