Gengo
OCR dictionary for manga and light novels.
At a glance
Starts at
$4.99 per month
Price as published by the vendor, September 2026.
Free tier
No
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
Best for
Language learners, manga enthusiasts
3.9 out of 5
Scored by a Toolio reviewer after real useOur verdict
Helps with reading foreign language comics but lacks general language practice tools.
✓What it does well
Dictionary toolProvides definitions and translations from the text.
OCR SupportConverts images into searchable text.
Multilingual SupportSupports multiple languages for manga texts.
✕Where it falls short
Limited contentOnly works with specific manga and light novels.
No grammar lessonsDoes not include language learning exercises or grammar practice.
Subscription requiredAccess to full features requires a subscription plan.
Key features
OCR capabilityConverts images into searchable text.
Dictionary lookupSuggests vocabulary from context.
Language selectionSupports multiple languages for manga texts.
Contextual Vocabulary SuggestionsSuggests vocabulary from context.