Comparison

Flash Cards vs AI Flashcards

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

Head to head
About

Flash Cards

This app helps you memorize information using spaced repetition and an advanced algorithm. Create flashcards with rich media, sync across devices, and share with others. Ideal for students and professionals needing to retain complex data.

Highlights
  • Spaced repetition algorithm (SM2)
  • iCloud backup and sync
  • Import Anki files
  • Rich media support (images, video, audio)
  • Speech synthesis
  • Mathematical equations and formulas
  • Document scanning
Features
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Remembering things just became much easier. Based on Forgetting Curve, using the SM2 algorithm to repeatedly remind you to review. The goal is to help you remember anything you don't want to forget, such as learning a language or preparing for medical and legal exams, and even your whimsy that you don't want to be obscured by time. You can set questions for card front, then recall the answer according to the question. Your data will be backed up automatically to your iCloud account. That means all your stuff — flashcards, tags, preferences, and more — is safe, up to date, and available on all your devices. You can share notes with other users and invite them to contribute to your notes. Some of Flash Cards' features include: · Backed up by iCloud automatically (supported with iOS 13+) · Sync between multiple devices · Advanced spaced repetition algorithm (SRS), built with Artificial Intelligence (AI) · Able to import data from Anki files (*.apkg, *colpkg, *zip) · Support for organizing notes by tags · Support for adding images, videos, audio, tables, checklists. · Support for inserting, editing, and viewing mathematical equations and formulas. · Support for Speech Synthesis, and listening to your notes in the background. · Support for scanning and inserting documents. · Support for marking up images. · Support for setting font size of the text to make it catch the eye of the reader. · Support for different font families to help differentiate between sections of the content that serve various purposes (e.g. main text and a side quotation or a recap). · Support for both markers (background color) and pens (text color) to make the text stand out even more and draw attention. · Support for advanced text styling features such as subscript, superscript, link and code. · You can embed online video and audio players within notes. · The Code Block feature which allows inserting and embedding syntax color highlighted code snippets into the editor. · Support for finding and replacing any text in the editor easily. · Support for auto formatting which employs Markdown-like inline codes as you type for a faster and more efficient editing workflow. · Handy keyboard shortcuts to speed up your workflow · Support for Dynamic Type · Support for Live Text.

About

AI Flashcards

This app utilizes a scientifically proven algorithm to enhance learning and knowledge retention. Create, import, or share flashcards to study for exams or learn new subjects efficiently.

Highlights
  • SM2 algorithm for efficient learning
  • Create custom flashcard decks
  • Import existing flashcards
  • Share decks with friends
  • 10 practice topics included
  • Scientifically proven knowledge increase
Read full description

The SM2 algorithm was first written in December of 1987. Since it's beginning, it has changed the way we (and computers) study in the modern era. This Study Tool is what we would consider the fastest, most efficient, and greatest retention study tool out there. We've refined the original SM2 algorithm to help you ace the next medical exam, chemistry test, or simply learn something new. Our methods are scientifically proven to increase knowledge in a particular area logarithmically and not linearly. We include 10 practice topics for you to choose from. To use the full power of the app, create flashcards, upload your own, and even share them with your friends. By tapping "4.99/Week" or "Free 3 Day Trial Then 29.99/Year" you app store payment will be charged now or in 3 days, depending on the button you tap. Your subscription will auto-renew for the same price and package length until you cancel. You can cancel at anytime via App Store settings. And you agree to our terms. https://www.emailmeform.com/builder/form/av2d4ouNm12e4wtYdfTpWa

Screenshots

Flash Cards4 screens
AI Flashcards4 screens

Verdict

The call

Flash Cards and AI Flashcards both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 54% of Flash Cards's written reviews are positive against 0% of AI Flashcards's. Flash Cards also leads on ratings volume (1.7K vs 116) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 6 days). On price, rating, 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. Flash Cards sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and AI Flashcards sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Flash Cards holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Flash Cards has 1.7K ratings behind it against 116, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of Flash Cards's written reviews are positive against 0% of AI Flashcards's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flash Cards ships an update every 3 days, AI Flashcards every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Flash Cards versus AI Flashcards: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlash CardsAI Flashcards
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.7K ratings) — better4.5 (116 ratings)
Positive reviews54.5% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.7K — better116
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size37 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJoseph Works LimitedDouble Time Software LLC

Customer experience

Flash Cards

All ratings1,675 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative5.4%
Written reviews257 reviews
Positive54.5%
Neutral16.3%
Negative29.2%

AI Flashcards

All ratings111 ratings
Positive87.4%
Neutral3.6%
Negative9.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

Flash Cards

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Unreadable text when copying from certain sources
  • Notifications showing answers instead of questions
  • Inconsistent sync between mobile and desktop apps

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add reverse card functionality
  • Improve organization and filtering of cards
  • Implement iCloud/cloud sync across devices
  • Provide more customization options

AI Flashcards

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Flash Cards

One-time1
  • Pro Version$2.99
2 purchases

AI Flashcards

Subscriptions2
  • Unlock All Features$4.997 Days
  • Unlock All Features3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Flash Cards free?
Flash Cards is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AI Flashcards free?
AI Flashcards is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Flash Cards or AI Flashcards?
Flash Cards is rated higher. Flash Cards averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.7K ratings, while AI Flashcards averages 4.5 from 116 ratings.
Do Flash Cards or AI Flashcards have ads?
Neither Flash Cards nor AI Flashcards shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Flash Cards or AI Flashcards?
Flash Cards ships an update every 3 days, and AI Flashcards every 6 days. Most recently, Flash Cards was updated on October 29, 2026 and AI Flashcards on October 27, 2026.

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