Nazoru vs HanziStroke

Nazoru7.7Visit HanziStroke6.8Visit

Higher score Nazoru #3 in Handwriting Practice Apps 7.7/10 Free plan · paid from $3.99/mo Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Nazoru

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HanziStroke #8 in Handwriting Practice Apps 6.8/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit HanziStroke

• Nazoru fits best

  Japanese learners using study-service integrations

• HanziStroke fits best

  Free web-based Chinese practice

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Side by side

Feature	Nazoru 7.7/10 Visit ↗	HanziStroke 6.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	7.7	6.8
Ranking	#3 in Handwriting Practice Apps	#8 in Handwriting Practice Apps
Best for	Japanese learners using study-service integrations	Free web-based Chinese practice
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Free plan + paid
Starting price	$3.99/mo	Not published
Free plan	✓	✓
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Mobile	Cloud
Platforms	iOS, macOS, Android	Web
Support	Email	Email
Built for	Solo	Solo
Features Nazoru 2/3 · HanziStroke 2/3
Pen-control exercises	✓	✓
Custom word practice	Not published	Not published
Progress tracking	✓	✓
Specs
Writing modes	Not published	Not published
Age levels	Not published	Not published
Supported platforms	ios, macos, android	web
Our review
Pros	Guided tracing gradually reduces assistance toward writing from memory Study paths cover JLPT, grades, frequency, and Heisig Syncs with WaniKani, Bunpro, MaruMori, Anki, Google Drive, and iCloud	Stroke-order feedback supports guided character writing practice. HSK, saved vocabulary, lessons, and custom decks provide varied practice sources. Worksheets, dictation, spaced repetition, and progress tracking broaden practice.
Cons	The Free plan allows two full practices per day Similar-kanji drills require a paid Unlimited plan Study-service synchronization is limited to selected integrations	Runs on the web rather than as a listed native mobile app. Some premium features may require a paid subscription. Learning progress tracking is available for registered users.
Our verdict	Nazoru is a Japanese handwriting-practice app for learners working on hiragana, katakana, kanji, words, and phrases. Its guided tracing reduces assistance over time, moving practice toward writing from memory. Learners can choose built-in… Read the review →	HanziStroke is a web-based platform for learners practicing Chinese character handwriting and stroke order. Its Writing Practice tool combines guided sessions, stroke-level feedback, continuous practice queues, and completion review.… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Nazoru — where it wins

  • Guided tracing gradually reduces assistance toward writing from memory
  • Study paths cover JLPT, grades, frequency, and Heisig
  • Syncs with WaniKani, Bunpro, MaruMori, Anki, Google Drive, and iCloud

  Where it doesn't

  • The Free plan allows two full practices per day
  • Similar-kanji drills require a paid Unlimited plan
  • Study-service synchronization is limited to selected integrations

• HanziStroke — where it wins

  • Stroke-order feedback supports guided character writing practice.
  • HSK, saved vocabulary, lessons, and custom decks provide varied practice sources.
  • Worksheets, dictation, spaced repetition, and progress tracking broaden practice.

  Where it doesn't

  • Runs on the web rather than as a listed native mobile app.
  • Some premium features may require a paid subscription.
  • Learning progress tracking is available for registered users.

• Nazoru7.7/10 · Free plan · paid from $3.99/mo

  A focused Japanese writing app with tracing, study paths, and service sync.

  Visit NazoruFull verdict →
• HanziStroke6.8/10 · Free plan

  A free web app for structured Chinese handwriting, dictation, and vocabulary practice.

  Visit HanziStrokeFull verdict →