# Traverse - Learn Effectively

> Visual learning tool integrating note-taking, mind mapping, and spaced repetition. (iPhone/iPad app by EASY CASTLE LTD.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traverse-learn-effectively/id6446630278 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [EASY CASTLE LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1473782714)
- Category: Education
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.53/5 from 19 App Store ratings · 21 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 69 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2023-09-20
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traverse-learn-effectively/id6446630278/reviews.md

## What is Traverse?

Traverse is a visual learning tool that combines note-taking with mind mapping and spaced repetition flashcards. Deeply grasp topics and remember for life with our learning method based on cognitive science.

WHY CHOOSE TRAVERSE?

Traverse is built the way humans learn. It covers the full learning cycle, where other tools only capture a part. From initial idea to AHA moment, to a crystal clear and unforgettable mental image.
• See the big picture by visually mapping out your notes
• Use color coding, links and grouping to master the hardest subjects
• Perfect recall with our spaced repetition algorithm that helps you revise at the optimal time
• Dive deeper, add and connect all of your learning content and resources - whether text, PDF, audio, images, videos, code blocks or Latex math formulas
• Quickly create flashcards from anything by just selecting it and creating a cloze (fill-in-the-blank)
• Share your knowledge with your peers, and gain reputation in the community
• Or get inspired by the best maps, notes and flashcards others have already created

ROOTED IN COGNITIVE SCIENCE

Do you find yourself writing lots of notes but rarely revisiting them? Reading many books but failing to remember and apply the lessons in real life? Losing sight of the big picture in a pile of loose snippets of knowledge?
Traverse is the first tool that integrates the full human learning process as understood by the latest neuroscience, enabling you to:
- Use visual encoding to gain deep and integrative concept understanding
- Flatten the forgetting curve with cognitive load optimization
- Optimally space out revisions to learn more in less time
- Use spatial memory for long-term retention and creative imagination

Learn and master any field faster than you imagined possible. Develop original ideas. Apply what you learn and improve your decision making.

## Key features

- Visual note-taking with mind mapping
- Spaced repetition flashcards
- Cognitive science-based learning
- Multimedia content integration
- Cloze deletion flashcard creation
- Knowledge sharing and community
- Inspiration from public learning materials

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Traverse Member | $15.00 | per month |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 21)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/traverse-learn-effectively/id6446630278/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The worst

*2025-08-12, version 1.0.8*

Horrible app, completely useless, can’t believe that MB uses this.

### 2/5 — Helpful but requires constant internet connection.

*2025-08-08, version 1.0.8*

App is absolutely horrible without internet or with intermittent internet. When it works though (and isn't otherwise glitching) it works.

### 1/5 — Unintuitive UI, many bugs, incompetently made

*2025-07-19, version 1.0.8*

A middle school student can code up a better app than this

### 1/5 — Terrible app

*2025-05-23, version 1.0.8*

Freezes all the time. Sometimes I just cannot open the app. Hard to create new cards. Not user friendly. Hate it

### 5/5 — Use with MB, have no issues

*2025-04-05, version 1.0.8*

Slowish to start up but otherwise I’ve really had zero issues with it

### 1/5 — Slow unsuable

*2025-03-22, version 1.0.8*

Don’t waste your time. It’s slow and crashes. Will just give you a headache and stress

### 1/5 — Too many bugs, no support

*2025-03-03*

The bugs will drive you nuts and you won’t be able to reach support. When you do, they will ghost you and never fix anything. Save your time and stick with Anki.

### 1/5 — Great concept, but horrible

*2025-02-14, version 1.0.8*

I use Traverse for language studies, and the concept is nice. The layout is clean and the cards are highly customizable. But the app is basically unusable, and the website has its issues too. It basically takes ages to even load one flashcard, the app constantly crashes; it feels more like a struggling old web browser inside an app than an app itself. And this reflects the website too, which is not quite as bad to the point of unusable, but also very unstable and slow. Add to that I have about 5,000 flash cards and Traverse just can’t handle it. It’s also a nightmare just to edit a card. I have no choice but to use it since it’s linked to my curriculum, but I really wish they could improve the app.

### 3/5 — Cool concept poor execution

*2025-02-05, version 1.0.8*

I really do like the concept of this app. The idea that you can use mind maps to organize your information and then flash cards to remember them is very useful. A couple of problems: 1) I actually got this app instead of another one because of the ability to handwrite, but it frustrated me so much that I just gave that up all together. 2) even adding new blocks can be very slow and there have been times where all the work I did on a file just got deleted for no reason 3) editing flash cards sometimes replaces the prompt with another flash card messing up everything. 

If you fixed the things that your app does to actually make it clean, it would be a great app. Until then I feel semi scammed and annoyed for how much I’m paying monthly.

### 5/5 — Really great flashcards

*2024-10-21*

Fantastic flash cards with a lot of great options. Would highly recommend

## Frequently asked questions about Traverse

### What does Traverse do?

Traverse is a visual learning tool that integrates note-taking, mind mapping, and spaced repetition flashcards. It's designed to help users deeply understand and remember information for the long term by applying principles of cognitive science and neuroscience.

### What are the key features of Traverse?

Key features include visual note-taking with mind mapping capabilities, spaced repetition algorithms for optimal revision, integration of various content types like text, PDFs, audio, and images, and the ability to quickly create flashcards. Users can also share their knowledge and get inspired by others.

### How does Traverse help with learning?

Traverse helps users learn effectively by using visual encoding for deep concept understanding, flattening the forgetting curve through cognitive load optimization, and leveraging spatial memory for long-term retention. The spaced repetition system ensures revision at optimal times.

### Is Traverse free to use?

The application is free to use, but it offers in-app purchases. This means that while core functionalities are available for free, certain advanced features or content might require a purchase.

### What kind of content can I add to Traverse?

You can add a wide range of content to Traverse, including text, PDF documents, audio files, images, videos, code blocks, and Latex math formulas. This allows for a comprehensive and integrated learning experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.8 — 2024-07-18

- Minor UI improvements and bug fixes

### 1.0.7 — 2024-04-25

- Minor UI improvements and bug fixes
- Google login fix

### 1.0.6 — 2024-04-09

Bug fixes

### 1.0.4 — 2023-11-27

New features and enhancement

### 1.0 — 2023-09-20

No release notes.

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