# Chinese Guru

> Learn Mandarin Chinese: HSK prep, character writing, comprehensive dictionary

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xamisoft.chineseexpert](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xamisoft.chineseexpert)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.xamisoft.chineseexpert`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Xamisoft
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 605,695
- **Rating:** 3.92 / 5 (1,752 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.1.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-08
- **First published:** 2021-05-19
- **Publisher country:** FR
- **Size:** 503 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xamisoft.chineseexpert)
- **Website:** [https://www.xamisoft.com](https://www.xamisoft.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.xamisoft.com/privacy-policy](https://www.xamisoft.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Chinese Guru bundles **HSK prep**, stroke-by-stroke writing, and a massive dictionary into one smart app. It supports Simplified and Traditional characters and guides learners from A1 to C2 with structured lessons, grammar guides, and chengyu (idioms).

Key features include **Spaced Repetition (SRS)** for vocabulary and tones, downloadable word lists, custom study lists, pronunciation audio, and a 140k+ dictionary. Subscriptions unlock all features with flexible plans, while privacy and long-term mastery are prioritized.

## Rankings

- #90,253 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `com.xamisoft.chineseexpert.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

### Pros

- Excellent language learning aid with a robust set of features.
- Helps users practice writing Chinese characters and learn stroke order.
- Good value for subscription with regular updates and improvements.
- Ability to add personal text for practice.
- Responsive developers who address user feedback.

### Cons

- App can send excessive notifications regarding daily sessions.
- Issues with the spaced repetition system (SRS) pushing too many cards too frequently.
- Some users find the app difficult to navigate and not well organized.
- Text-to-speech functionality is described as robotic and not satisfactory.
- Lack of support for traditional Chinese characters.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.xamisoft.chineseexpert)