# Micro vs THE CURVE

The clearest difference is rating: THE CURVE at 5.0 against Micro's 2.0. THE CURVE also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10). Micro's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (7.0 vs 15.0). On price, ratings volume and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Micro sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. THE CURVE asks for nothing beyond the download.

THE CURVE holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Micro | THE CURVE |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micro-learning/id1061993500/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-curve-flashcards/id6535682630/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 5 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | **7.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mobiedge Technologies Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/892929029) | [Yoshinori Tsuchiya](https://appshunter.io/developer/1685599976) |

## What reviewers say

### Micro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/micro-learning/id1061993500)

This app offers bite-sized learning modules designed for easy comprehension and memorization, leveraging cognitive science principles. It features an autopilot mode that manages the learning process through spaced repetition and a course store with content for micro-learning.

**Highlights:** Bite-sized learning modules, Spaced repetition system, Autopilot learning management, Course store for micro-learning, Cognitive science-backed approach

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Music Theory Free | Free | one-time |
| Learning Chinese the Micro-Learning Way (Free) | Free | one-time |
| Web Development for Kids 1 HTML and CSS | Free | one-time |
| Learning Chinese the Micro-Learning Way 9 CN | $0.99 | one-time |
| Learning Chinese the Micro-Learning Way 8 CN | $0.99 | one-time |
| Learning Chinese the Micro-Learning Way 11 CN | $0.99 | one-time |
| Learning Chinese the Micro-Learning Way 10 CN | $0.99 | one-time |
| Learning Chinese the Micro-Learning Way 12 CN | $0.99 | one-time |
| Web Development for Kids 2 Bootstrap and jQuery | $0.99 | one-time |
| Web Development for Kids 3 Basic JavaScript | $0.99 | one-time |


### THE CURVE

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-curve-flashcards/id6535682630)

Create custom flashcards for efficient learning based on the forgetting curve. Review challenging material strategically to optimize memory retention for various subjects and exams.

**Highlights:** Create custom flashcards, Supports language learning and exam prep, Learning modes based on forgetting curve, Review challenging cards intensively, Track learning levels with progress indicators

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Micro free?

Micro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is THE CURVE free?

THE CURVE is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Micro or THE CURVE?

THE CURVE is rated higher. Micro averages 2.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while THE CURVE averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Micro or THE CURVE have ads?

THE CURVE shows ads; Micro does not.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*