PIBO App: Bedtime & Storytime!

Name: PIBO App: Bedtime & Storytime!
Rating: 4.7 (229 reviews)
Author: EVER SENSE, INC.

By: EVER SENSE, INC.

Unlimited Folktales! Ages 0-12

Features & Capabilities

PIBO App delivers unlimited folktales with professional Japanese narration, enabling kids ages 0-12 to practice pronunciation while learning hiragana, katakana, and kanji. All books include native Japanese audio to help learners hear authentic pronunciation and improve speaking.

With over 360 books, a mix of world folktales, Japanese folklore, and original stories, PIBO offers ad-free storytelling, auto page turning, and a simple main screen for independent exploration—perfect for bedtime, travel, and family reading.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Education Kids

By:

EVER SENSE, INC.

Rating:

4.70

(229)

Version:

5.8.4 Last updated: 2026-01-12

Version code:

880934688

Creation date:

2013-12-07

Compatible devices:

Size:

45.16MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-04

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 107,284 ▲ 20

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Developed by:

EVER SENSE, INC.

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pibo-app-bedtime-storytime/id765195011

User Reviews

PIBO App is praised for a kid-friendly library, natural read-aloud voices, and strong support for beginner Japanese learners, with visuals aiding comprehension for nightly reading. Reviewers note it's helpful for bilingual families and for practicing listening and reading. However, concerns include the subscription model: after the trial, free access is limited and many features require premium. Additionally, there are reliability issues: frequent errors and connectivity problems. Overall, solid educational value but with licensing and stability caveats.

Pros

Read-aloud option with natural voices and follow-along to support beginner readers.
Large, beginner-friendly library with easy reads and age-based sorting.
Helpful for bilingual families and practice of listening/reading in Japanese.
Engaging visuals and stories that make nightly reading enjoyable for kids.

Cons

Post-trial subscription model limitations: after the free trial, only a few books per day and essential features gated behind premium.
Reliability issues: frequent errors and connectivity problems that interrupt reading.