Comparison
PrepMyJapanese vs Bunpro for JLPT
Quick answer: Bunpro is jlpt-labeled grammar srs with readings and example sentences. PrepMyJapanese is better when your goal is a timed JLPT mock with approximate scaled scores and sectional minimums — the failure mode that surprises candidates on results day.
| Capability | PrepMyJapanese | Bunpro |
|---|---|---|
| Timed full-length JLPT mock | Yes | No |
| Sectional pass minimums | Yes | No |
| Scaled-score style 0–180 feedback | Yes | No |
| Explicit N5–N1 focus | Yes | Yes |
| Vocab / kanji SRS depth | Partial | Partial |
| Grammar drill depth | Partial | Yes |
| Generous free tier | Partial | Partial |
Where PrepMyJapanese is better
- Full-length timed JLPT mock flow with pass/fail style feedback
- Sectional minimums surfaced the way the real exam fails unbalanced candidates
- Approximate scaled 0–180 scoring with an explicit disclaimer (not an official JEES conversion)
- Mock credits you can spend across levels — buy once, use on the level you need
- Supporting path: video courses, ebooks, vocab/kanji practice, and an AI tutor
Where Bunpro is better
- Grammar points mapped to JLPT levels
- SRS reviews keep patterns from decaying
- Clean study UX for grammar specialists
Gaps for JLPT exam day: Grammar-first — not a full mock exam platform Does not apply sectional minimums or timed full papers Listening/reading stamina still need other tools
Choose PrepMyJapanese if…
Learners who have a JLPT date (or SSW/career goal tied to N4+) and need realistic timed mocks with section-level diagnosis.
One-time mock packs (not a subscription): from a single timed mock (~$13 USD) up to multi-mock packs; video courses and ebooks sold separately.
Choose Bunpro if…
Learners plugging grammar holes between N5 and N1.
Freemium with paid tiers for full grammar path features.
Can you use both?
Yes — and that is often optimal. Keep Bunpro for what it does best (grammar srs), then run PrepMyJapanese mocks to check whether vocabulary, reading, and listening hold up under real timing and sectional floors.
Practice scores on PrepMyJapanese are approximate readiness signals, not official JLPT results.