There’s a kind of quiet usefulness to 豆包’s new Gaokao Zone. It doesn’t push too hard or try to be overly clever—it simply shows up where it’s needed. Built around the needs of students preparing for China’s high-stakes college entrance exam, this update offers a blend of structure and simplicity. It knows the exam period is already intense, so it doesn’t pile on. Instead, it serves as a steady hand for review, practice, and quick information, all without the noise.

Right from the home screen, the layout keeps things simple. No clutter and no complicated sidebars—just clean sections built around common exam topics and tasks. Each category feels like it was chosen for a reason. You're not sent down endless content tunnels or caught in confusing menus. That kind of clarity matters when time and focus are in short supply.

The overall tone of the experience is practical. No grand promises, no exaggerated claims about results. Just direct tools that are there when needed. The mini quizzes and short notes don’t aim to cover everything but do just enough to refresh memory or confirm a concept. It feels more like a useful check-in than a complete study overhaul, and that’s probably why it works.

• Topic-Based Sections: Subjects are organized by core themes, making it easy to zero in on one specific area instead of scrolling through unrelated content.

• Quick Practice Sets: Includes short question banks that are ideal for short study breaks or quick revisions, avoiding overload.
• Key Point Notes: Provides brief summaries of major concepts and formulas, helpful for last-minute reviews or fast scanning before class.
• Question & Answer Corner: A section that covers common doubts with straightforward explanations, removing the need to browse external sites.

• Targeted Mock Tests: Offers bite-sized mock quizzes based on past exam trends, helping students recognize familiar question patterns.

• Focused Design: Every part of the Gaokao Zone is built with exam prep in mind, with no unrelated extras to distract from the goal.
• Easy to Use: The structure is clean and direct. Students can find what they need within seconds without needing a tutorial.
• No Cost: All materials are available for free, with no feature walls or hidden charges.
• Minimal Distractions: No pop-ups, flashing banners, or unrelated tools. The interface keeps attention where it should be.

• Limited Subject Variety: Not all exam subjects are equally covered. Some areas feel more developed than others.
• Needs a Strong Connection: The app depends on internet access. Without it, most tools and tests won’t load properly.
• Performance Issues on Older Phones: Slower load times or crashes can occur on devices that aren’t up to date.