# Noji vs Core Step Prep

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Noji at 64% against Core Step Prep's 0%. Noji also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (14K vs 2). Core Step Prep's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Noji sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Core Step Prep sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Noji holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Noji has 14K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Noji's written reviews are positive against 0% of Core Step Prep's.

Noji ships an update every 8 days, Core Step Prep every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Noji | Core Step Prep |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (14K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noji-flashcards-and-study-app/id1573585542/reviews)** | [4.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-step-prep/id6752342447/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **64.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 195 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [DELIGHTHUB PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896376487) | [Terry Trent](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838959049) |

## What reviewers say

### Noji

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/noji-flashcards-and-study-app/id1573585542)

Create and study digital flashcards using an enhanced spaced repetition algorithm to maximize learning. Access a vast library of pre-made decks or collaborate online. Ideal for students, teachers, and language learners.

**Highlights:** Create and study digital flashcards, Enhanced spaced repetition algorithm, Customizable card appearance, 50k pre-made deck library, Online collaboration, Web version for cross-device use

**Features:** Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access: 30 Days | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| AnkiPro Premium 1 Month | $4.99 | per month |
| AnkiPro Premium Annual | $17.99 | per year |
| Premium 1 Month | $19.99 | per month |
| Noji Flashcards - Premium Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium - Annual Plan | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Annual Plan new | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium - Annual Plan | $89.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $74.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient spaced repetition
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Convenient cross-device syncing
- 🚀 Helpful for studying and learning
- 🚀 Great for language learning

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Lack of offline mode
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Difficulty canceling subscription
- 🔒 Misleading to use 'Anki' name

**Reported bugs**

- Issues with uploading and editing images on cards
- Problems with card review timing and scheduling
- Decks not loading or disappearing
- Connectivity issues and server errors

**Requested features**

- Add offline mode
- Improve deck organization and management
- Allow more customization of card layout and formatting
- Implement better syncing and backup options
- Add more language support for text-to-speech


### Core Step Prep

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-step-prep/id6752342447)

This platform offers a high-yield question bank and study tools designed for USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK preparation. It focuses on recurring exam concepts with expert-crafted questions, actionable analytics, and realistic practice interfaces. Enhance your board prep with targeted study blocks and detailed explanations.

**Highlights:** High-yield USMLE-style questions, Step 1 + Step 2 CK coverage, Expert-crafted questions, Actionable analytics, Customizable quizzes, Realistic exam interface, Detailed explanations, Flashcards with spaced repetition

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| USMLE Step 1 Qbank - 1 wk access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| USMLE Step 2 CK Qbank - 1 wk access | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| USMLE Step 1 Qbank - 1 mo. access | $29.99 | per month |
| USMLE Step 2 CK Qbank - 1 mo access | $29.99 | per month |
| USMLE Step 2 CK Qbank - 6 mo access | $99.99 | per 6 months |
| USMLE Step 1 Qbank - 6 mo access | $99.99 | per 6 months |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Noji free?

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

### Is Core Step Prep free?

Core Step Prep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Noji or Core Step Prep?

Noji is rated higher. Noji averages 4.6 out of 5 from 14K ratings, while Core Step Prep averages 4.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Noji or Core Step Prep have ads?

Noji shows ads; Core Step Prep does not.

### Which is updated more often, Noji or Core Step Prep?

Noji ships an update every 8 days, and Core Step Prep every 6 days. Most recently, Noji was updated on November 5, 2026 and Core Step Prep on October 30, 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.*