Is it really free for 30 days?

Yes! Every new account gets 30 days of full premium access — no credit card required. You get unlimited flashcards, all HSK levels, and full analytics from day one.

What happens after 30 days?

After your free period ends, you can subscribe for $8 USD/month to keep full access. You can also invite friends to earn bonus days — each referral adds extra free time to your account.

How is HSK Lord different from Anki?

HSK Lord is purpose-built for Chinese learners. There's no setup, no hunting for decks, and no configuration. All 5,000+ official HSK words are built in with pinyin, definitions, and spaced repetition — ready to go in seconds.

Can I use it on my phone?

Absolutely! HSK Lord is fully responsive and works great on any device — phone, tablet, or computer. Just open your browser and start studying. No app download required.

What if I already know some Chinese?

Take our free placement test to find your level, or just pick the HSK level that matches your ability. You can start at HSK 1 or jump straight to HSK 6 — it's up to you.

Can I cancel anytime?

Yes, absolutely. There are no contracts or commitments. You can cancel your subscription at any time and you'll keep access until the end of your billing period.

HSK Study Time Calculator

Plan your path to fluency with data-backed estimates based on spaced repetition research.

HSK Study Time Calculator

Calculate how long it will take you to master any HSK level

Target HSK Level

Daily Study Time: 30 minutes

10 min30 min60 min90 min120 min

Current Progress (words already know)

Your Personalized Study Plan

6 weeks

Time to complete HSK 1

5 words/day

Optimal learning rate

12.5 hours

Total study time needed

Moderate Pace

Based on 30 minutes daily

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Personal Recommendation

Good balance! Consistency is key - try to study at the same time each day.

Study Tips for HSK 1

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Review First: Spend 20% of your time reviewing previous words before learning new ones

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Context Learning: Learn words in sentences, not isolation

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Consistency Over Intensity: 30 minutes daily beats 3 hours weekly

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Track Progress: Use our [HSK Lord app](/dashboard) to automatically track retention

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Join 5,000+ students using HSK Lord to master vocabulary efficiently

How This Calculator Works

This calculator uses the standard HSK vocabulary requirements and average learning rates using spaced repetition technology.

Vocabulary Load: Based on official HSK 3.0 standards
Learning Rate: Based on data from 5,000+ HSK Lord users
Retention Strategy: Assumes consistent daily review (spaced repetition)

Note that language learning involves more than just vocabulary. You should also allocate time for listening, speaking, and grammar practice, which are accounted for in the "Total Hours" estimate.