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Skritter: Write Chinese

Learn Mandarin vocabulary fast

Overview

Rating:
4.70 +1
(801)
Version:
3.13.10
Last updated: 2026-02-24
Ranking
#64,713 ▼ 1,632
Overall

Features & Capabilities

Skritter: Write Chinese helps learners of all levels master Chinese writing. It teaches character meaning, reading, and tone, then guides you through writing practice. With over a decade of experience and active learner feedback, it aims to offer the best Chinese writing experience.

Use topic decks such as Ordering or making coffee, Chinese Stroke Order, HSK 1-6 decks, and advanced topics like Yoga or Emotions, plus the 16-episode Ultimate Chinese Character course. Guest accounts provide free access to select decks; premium subscriptions unlock extra review and full study capabilities.

User Growth & Download Statistics

By:
Inkren, Inc.
Rating:
4.70
(801)
1 new ratings
Version:
3.13.10 Last updated: 2026-02-24
Version code:
881681675
Creation date:
2019-08-19
Compatible devices:
Size:
106.89MB
URLs:
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Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-07-19
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Other platforms

Android
Skritter: Write Chinese (v3.13.10)
426,659 4.49 (3,429)

Contact the developer

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Developed by:
Inkren, Inc.
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/skritter-write-chinese/id1370892114

User Reviews

Users praise Skritter for its strong focus on writing Chinese characters, including a solid handwriting system, stroke order guidance, and an effective spaced-repetition approach that reinforces recall. Many rate it the best app for learning Hanzi and appreciate the option to connect with Pleco or DuChinese. However, recurring issues include bugs and unresponsive video controls, problematic billing and subscription experiences (unexpected charges, cross-account payment problems), and a desire for features like speech recognition, automatic sentence examples, and a more usable free tier.
Pros
  • Effective handwriting-focused learning with stroke order guidance.
  • Spaced repetition provides a good balance of review and new content.
  • Widely regarded as one of the best apps for learning Chinese characters.
  • Ability to link with Pleco and DuChinese for broader learning.
  • Engaging and easy to fit into daily study routine.
Cons
  • Frequent bugs and unresponsive controls, especially video overlays and the continuous-mode button.
  • Frustrating billing/subscription experience, including unexpected charges and cross-account payment issues.
  • Missing features that many users want, such as speech recognition, pinyin input, and automatic sentence examples per character.
  • Free version is limited and often not useful without subscribing.
  • Account management friction (school accounts and multiple accounts) complicates access.
Recent reviews
I love the handwriting aspect as well as the ability to learn in traditional script. However the use of AI generated videos is a little off putting.
by es*****, 2026-06-11

Helps me keep the characters learned fresh in my memory.
by sh*****, 2026-05-15
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