Comparison

Anki Note 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

Anki Note

This app helps organize scattered notes into a structured knowledge network. It automatically generates flashcards from marked content and uses the SM2 algorithm for spaced repetition reviews. Supports rich note-taking with attachments and bi-directional linking.

Highlights
  • Note-taking with Markdown
  • Automatic flashcard generation
  • SM2 spaced repetition algorithm
  • Bi-directional note linking
  • Attachments (images, docs)
  • Hierarchical note organization
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When users use flashcards to learn, they will encounter the problem that their knowledge points are scattered in every corner, and it is difficult for users to sort out a knowledge network from it. Anki Note is designed to solve the problem. In Anki Note, you will edit your notes and mark important content. Anki Note will generate flashcards based on your mark and remind you to review based on the SM2 algorithm. Features Notes - Take notes. - Markdown shortcuts. - Code Block (Anki Note Pro) - Attachments (pictures, photos, and docs). - All your attachments will be saved on your iCloud and local device, Anki Note will not get any of your private data. - Support linking to other notes via the syntax `[[notes`. Daily Notes - Daily Notes will create a new note that is automatically named with the current date. If it already exists, it will open that note. This is a valuable way to create a daily log, to-do list, or a list of links to notes that you have created on a specific day. Manage notes - All notes are organized into a tree, where child notes are attached to parent notes. - Support creating "sub-notes" for a single note, and support continuous creation of "sub-notes" in "sub-notes" with unlimited levels. - Support adjusting the position of notes by dragging and dropping. - Support staring notes. Build a Network of Notes - Bi-directional linking. - Link notes from notes and flashcards. - Support Backlinks: View the content link to the current note. - Graph - The relationship graph shows the notes related to the current note (parent note, child note, forward-linked note, back-linked note). - The relationship graph shows how all the notes are related to each other (parent-child, forward/backward links). Flashcards - Create flashcards. - Front and back flashcards. - Clozes. - Create flashcards from notes. - Select a piece of text in the note and click the "flashcard" icon to mark the currently selected content as a cloze. - For each note, click the "Mark the note as one card" button, Anki Note will automatically turn the note into a flashcard, make the note's title on the front of the card, and make the content of the note on the back of the card. View and manage flashcards - Anki Note provides multiple views for viewing all flashcards in multiple dimensions. - View flashcards related to "Today". - View flashcards in different statuses. - View flashcards by notes. - Archive flashcards. - Archived flashcards will no longer be reminded to review, but you can still view them at any time through the "Archived" list. - Reset flashcards. - The learning progress of the card will be cleaned and the card will be reset to a new card. Study - Anki Note uses the SM2 repeat algorithm to remind you to review flashcards. - You can arrange your way of reviewing. - Study all-new cards. - Review all the cards that need to be reviewed in the list. - Study all cards on the list. PDF - Import PDF in Anki Note and use this PDF file as a note. - Read PDF in Anki Note. - Add annotations: drawing, highlight, rectangle, and text. - Create flashcards with PDF highlighted text. - Create flashcards by PDF rectangle annotation. Tag - Add tags to your notes and cards for easy management and maintenance. - Hierarchical hashtag. - A hierarchical hashtag, like 'TechCompanies/Microsoft', will be displayed in a tree-like hierarchy. - Tags are displayed in alphabetical order by default Data - iCloud Sync, Keep your data in-sync across your iPhone, iPad, and Mac (Anki Note Pro). - All your data will be saved on your iCloud or local device, Anki Note will not get any of your private data. - Privacy Policy - https://tea-note.github.io/#/en/anki_note_privacy - Terms of Use - https://tea-note.github.io/#/en/anki_note_terms

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
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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

Anki Note4 screens
AI Flashcards4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Anki Note at 43% against AI Flashcards's 0%. AI Flashcards's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 2.7) and ratings volume (116 vs 3). On price, update cadence, 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. Anki Note sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month 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

AI Flashcards holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 2.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AI Flashcards has 116 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 43% of Anki Note's written reviews are positive against 0% of AI Flashcards's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Anki Note ships an update every 9 days, AI Flashcards every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Anki Note versus AI Flashcards: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAnki NoteAI Flashcards
PriceFreeFree
Rating2.7 (3 ratings)4.5 (116 ratings) — better
Positive reviews42.9% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3116 — better
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS14.0 — better15.5
Further details — not scored
Size120 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer舜 吕Double Time Software LLC

Customer experience

Anki Note

All ratings3 ratings
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive42.9%
Neutral28.6%
Negative28.6%

AI Flashcards

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

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Anki Note

Subscriptions2
  • Anki Note Pro ( 1 Month )$0.991 Month
  • Anki Note Pro ( 1 Year )$8.991 Year
One-time2
  • iOS + iPadOS$6.99
  • Anki Note Pro (Forever)$15.99
2 purchases

AI Flashcards

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

Questions

Is Anki Note free?
Anki Note 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, Anki Note or AI Flashcards?
AI Flashcards is rated higher. Anki Note averages 2.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while AI Flashcards averages 4.5 from 116 ratings.
Do Anki Note or AI Flashcards have ads?
Neither Anki Note nor AI Flashcards shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Anki Note or AI Flashcards?
Anki Note ships an update every 9 days, and AI Flashcards every 6 days. Most recently, Anki Note was updated on October 20, 2026 and AI Flashcards on October 21, 2026.

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