# ABCKid vs Flash Cards

The clearest difference is monetization model: Flash Cards at free with in-app purchases against ABCKid's subscription. Flash Cards also leads on ratings volume (1.7K vs 1). ABCKid's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (80% vs 57%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ABCKid sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $7.49 per year and Flash Cards sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ABCKid holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flash Cards has 1.7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 80% of ABCKid's written reviews are positive against 57% of Flash Cards's.

ABCKid ships an update every 11 days, Flash Cards monthly. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ABCKid | Flash Cards |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abckid/id1382193498/reviews)** | [4.6 (1.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flash-cards-abc-learning-kids/id1605651786/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **1.7K** |
| Positive reviews | **80.0% of reviews** | 57.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 11 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 31 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BeOnline Co., Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/543451255) | [Smart Kidz Club Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/947115810) |

## What reviewers say

### ABCKid

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/abckid/id1382193498)

This app uses QR code technology and interactive flashcards to teach English to children aged 2-7. It offers offline access to a vast library of vocabulary, phrases, dialogues, and songs with authentic American pronunciation, engaging multiple senses for effective learning.

**Highlights:** QR code integrated flashcards, Offline learning capability, 1000+ English vocabulary, 500+ common phrases, 200+ dialogues and songs, Phonetic syllable breakdown, Vietnamese translation support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Registration 1 year VIP member | $7.49 | per year |


### Flash Cards

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flash-cards-abc-learning-kids/id1605651786)

This app offers over 3000 interactive flashcards for young children to enhance cognitive development, visual memory, and early vocabulary. It includes phonics, sight words, and math concepts with human narration to improve pronunciation and language skills. Accompanying games reinforce learned skills.

**Highlights:** 3000+ illustrated flashcards, Phonics and sight word learning, Interactive learning games, Human-narrated audio, Vocabulary and memory enhancement, English and Math content

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ABC, 123, First Words Cards 1W | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| ABC, 123, First Words Cards 1M | $2.99 | per month |
| ABC, 123, First Words Cards 3M | $3.99 | per 3 months |
| ABC, 123, First Words Cards 6M | $5.99 | per 6 months |
| ABC, 123, First Words Cards 1Y | $14.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great app for toddlers
- 💡 Affordable homeschool resource
- 👍 Clear and beautiful images
- 👍 Engaging for kids

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Lots of annoying popups
- 🐛 Faulty app with non-functioning features
- 🐛 Confusing card layout (word before photo)

**Reported bugs**

- App stopped working after initial use
- Subscription issues and inability to access content

**Requested features**

- Add more educational content (days, months, seasons, etc.)
- Improve card layout options (show word first, then image)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ABCKid free?

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

### Is Flash Cards free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ABCKid or Flash Cards?

ABCKid is rated higher. ABCKid averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Flash Cards averages 4.6 from 1.7K ratings.

### Do ABCKid or Flash Cards have ads?

Neither ABCKid nor Flash Cards shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ABCKid or Flash Cards?

ABCKid ships an update every 11 days, and Flash Cards monthly. Most recently, ABCKid was updated on November 2, 2026 and Flash Cards on November 7, 2026.

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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.*