Comparison

Synap vs Mochi

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Synap

This app utilizes a Spaced Repetition System to deliver daily quizzes tailored to your learning needs. It helps build knowledge and memory over time by focusing on areas requiring the most practice.

Highlights
  • Spaced Repetition System
  • Daily personalized quizzes
  • On-the-go portal access
  • Knowledge and memory building
  • Focused practice
Features
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The Synap companion App allows you to access your portal on the go, helping you to learn more in less time! Our Spaced Repetition System can send you daily quizzes that focus on what you most need to practice that day, so that over time your knowledge and memory builds up. Please find our Privacy Policy at https://synap.ac/privacy-policy and our Terms of Use here: https://synap.ac/terms.

About

Mochi

Create and study flashcards from your notes using markdown. This app employs spaced repetition to optimize learning and reduce study time. Effortlessly convert notes into flashcards and link related information for a comprehensive study network.

Highlights
  • Markdown note-taking
  • Spaced repetition algorithm
  • One-click flashcard creation
  • Card and note linking
  • Media embedding (images, audio, video)
  • Deck sharing
Features
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Take notes and make flashcards using markdown, then study them using spaced repetition. Mochi gives you the power to create content specific to your study needs. Create a deck from scratch, or share one with a friend. - Mochi uses a spaced repetition algorithm to maximize retention and minimize study time. - Quickly jot down notes and cards at the speed of markdown. Formatting controls and shortcuts are also there if you need them. - Linking between cards and notes is a powerful way to build a network of related information. - Put an end to tediously copying your notes into flash cards one by one. With Mochi you can create flash cards from your notes with one click. - You can embed media to your notes or cards like images, audio, and video by dragging them onto the editor.

Screenshots

Synap4 screens
Mochi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Mochi at 81% against Synap's 47%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Synap ships an update every 6 weeks, Mochi monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Synap versus Mochi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSynapMochi
PriceFreeFree
Rating—4.7 (173 ratings) — better
Positive reviews46.7% of reviews81.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings—173 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.6
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB96 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSynap Learning LimitedMatthew Steedman

Customer experience

Synap

Written reviews30 reviews
Positive46.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative46.7%

Mochi

All ratings173 ratings
Positive91.9%
Neutral2.9%
Negative5.2%
Written reviews117 reviews
Positive81.2%
Neutral8.5%
Negative10.3%

In-app purchases

None

Synap

No in-app purchases

None

Mochi

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Synap free?
Synap is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Mochi free?
Mochi is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Synap or Mochi have ads?
Neither Synap nor Mochi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Synap or Mochi?
Synap ships an update every 6 weeks, and Mochi monthly. Most recently, Synap was updated on October 13, 2026 and Mochi on October 14, 2026.

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