effectLang vs YAFCA
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
effectLang
Master new languages with an effective, free system. Create custom flashcards with images and audio, and utilize spaced repetition for optimal memorization. Learn at your own pace, even offline, with a fun, game-like approach to vocabulary building.
- Custom flashcard creator
- Spaced repetition algorithm
- Image and audio integration
- Offline learning capability
- Excel import/export
- Text-to-speech pronunciation
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Learn different languages in the most effective way for free! A simple and straightforward system will help you practice new languages effectively. You can use spaced repetition algorithm for memorization or just learn and practice at your own pace, even daily! A flexible "card creator" system, the use of modern learning strategies, and ease of use are not all the benefits of the app. A unique flashcard maker application lets you do things that weren't possible before. Your studying process will change thanks to the app. What are the main features of effectLang? - Integration with photo providers to instantly find a photo for your own flashcards, ability to add your pictures from your device if you want to. - Ability to add your own audio file or just use device built-in text to speech (TTS) technology for pronunciation (available languages are dependent on your device). Improve your English pronunciation (or any other language you are learning). - Provide an additional example, hint, or description for each flashcard. - Learn any language you want - English, Spanish, Portuguese German, Dutch, Hebrew, Italian, Russian, Polish, Korean, Japanese and many others. - Import and export flashcards content using Excel files. Flashcards and spaced repetition study app can work offline - without the internet (wi-fi is not required), but additional features, like downloading photos, can be used only online. Choose a study cards strategy, you only need to add new words, phrases, and sentences. Learn vocabulary and practice different languages with easy flashcards and modern active recall (active learning) strategies - image learning, spaced repetition & index cards. The whole learning process is like a fun memory game, you don't need to use boring dictionaries. Works for everyone - students, teachers, adults and beginners. Learning can be simple and fun! Doesn't matter if you want to travel, become a language expert or just get a glance at different languages, become a language learner today! Privacy policy: https://dawidwnukowski.com/dawid-wnukowski-mobile-games-privacy-policy/ Terms of service: https://dawidwnukowski.com/flashcards-terms/
YAFCA
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YAFCA is a flashcard application designed to supercharge your memorization and learning experience. The app allows you to create flashcards complete with text and images. Whether you're a student tackling a new language, a professional brushing up on technical terminology, or simply someone who enjoys absorbing new trivia, sAnki's user-friendly interface makes it easy to compile and review decks tailored to your specific needs.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: YAFCA at none against effectLang's 2. YAFCA also leads on ads (none vs shown). effectLang's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 4 months). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
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Both are free to download. effectLang sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.49 per month. YAFCA asks for nothing beyond the download.
effectLang ships an update every 3 weeks, YAFCA every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on June 24, 2026 and February 7, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | effectLang | YAFCA |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (7 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 93 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Dawid Wnukowski | Anzhela Baroyan |
In-app purchases
effectLang
- Premium3 Days trial$3.491 Month
- Premium3 Days trial$21.491 Year
YAFCA
No in-app purchases









