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Gengo

OCR dictionary for manga and light novels.

Checked 4 Oct 2026 Reviewed by Alex Listed since October 2024

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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 Alex after real use

Our 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.

Questions about Gengo

What does Gengo do?

Gengo is an OCR dictionary for manga and light novels. It converts images into searchable text, provides definitions and translations, and suggests vocabulary from context, with support for multiple languages. The reviewer says it helps with reading foreign language comics.

How much does Gengo cost?

Gengo starts at $4.99 per month, according to the price the vendor published in September 2026. There is no free tier, and the reviewer notes that access to the full features requires a subscription plan.

Does Gengo teach grammar?

No. Gengo does not include language learning exercises or grammar practice, and the reviewer says it lacks general language practice tools. It also only works with specific manga and light novels.

Does Gengo have a mobile app?

Yes. Gengo runs on iOS and Android as well as the web. It suits language learners and manga enthusiasts, and Alex gave it a Toolio score of 3.9 out of 5 after real use on 4 Oct 2026.

What are some alternatives to Gengo?

Toolio lists Navi Subtitles & Translation, Neurooo, InterSub and Idict as alternatives to Gengo. InterSub offers AI-powered dual subtitles and instant word translations for language learning, while Neurooo offers translations in over 100 languages.

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