# Gizmo vs TLDL

The clearest difference is update cadence: Gizmo at every 4 days against TLDL's every 10 days. Gizmo also leads on chart position (#14 vs unranked) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Gizmo sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and TLDL sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Gizmo against 4.8 for TLDL. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 17K and 7.3K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 65% of Gizmo's written reviews are positive against 73% of TLDL's.

Gizmo ships an update every 4 days, TLDL every 10 days. Both last shipped on November 10, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Gizmo | TLDL |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (17K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gizmo-ai-tutor/id1610516671/reviews) | **[4.8 (7.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tldl-lecture-note-taker/id6590628538/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **17K** | 7.3K |
| Positive reviews | 65.2% of reviews | **73.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#14** | — |
| Size | 195 MB | 152 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [GIZMO AI LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1599281873) | [LEMONROCKS TEKNOLOJI VE BILISIM TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/6830833566) |

## What reviewers say

### Gizmo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gizmo-ai-tutor/id1610516671)

**Currently charting:** #14 Top Free · Education, #24 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Transform any content into interactive flashcards and quizzes with AI. Utilize spaced repetition and active recall for effective learning, or explore a vast library of pre-made study decks. Gamified features make studying engaging and fun.

**Highlights:** AI content import, Scan handwritten notes, Interactive quizzing, Spaced repetition, Pre-made flashcard decks, Study organization, Gamified learning

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gizmo Unlimited | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Gizmo Unlimited | $12.99 | per month |
| Gizmo Unlimited | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Gizmo Unlimited | $24.99 | per month |
| Gizmo Unlimited | $51.00 | per year |
| Gizmo Unlimited | $77.99 | per year |
| Gizmo Unlimited | $154.99 | per year |
| 1000 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 5000 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100,000 Coins | $39.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for studying and learning
- 👍 Engaging and motivating features
- 🎓 Useful for students and academics
- 🤖 Effective AI-powered tools

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy at times
- ⏱️ Restrictive time limits and lives system
- 💰 Pushing for paid subscription
- 🌐 Limited language support

**Reported bugs**

- Flashcards not saving properly
- Importing notes/PDFs not working reliably
- Freezing and crashing issues
- Inconsistent behavior across platforms

**Requested features**

- Allow more customization of flashcards
- Improve stability and reduce glitches
- Provide more language options
- Offer a way to delete decks permanently


### TLDL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tldl-lecture-note-taker/id6590628538)

Record lectures in over 100 languages and let AI generate instant notes, flashcards, and quizzes. This app helps students focus, stay organized, and study efficiently, especially those with ADHD or dyslexia.

**Highlights:** Record lectures in 100+ languages, AI-generated notes, flashcards, and quizzes, Replay and review lectures, Focus-enhancing study tool, ADHD & Dyslexia friendly features, Share notes with classmates, All-in-one study companion

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Secret Discount Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro Weekly | $14.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| TLDL Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Pro Semester | $49.99 | per 6 months |
| Pro Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| TLDL Pro Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Secret Discount Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| TLDL LIfetime | $199.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Efficient note-taking
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 🚀 Accurate transcription and summarization
- 👍 Helpful for classes and studying
- 🚀 Time-saving

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 💰 Limited free features
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Privacy concerns with cloud processing

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent language translation
- Login issues with Apple and Google accounts
- Onboarding process repeating on every app launch

**Requested features**

- More customization options for notes
- Ability to delete unwanted notes
- Offline note-taking capabilities
- Integration with Apple Watch or other wearables


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Gizmo free?

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

### Is TLDL free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Gizmo or TLDL?

TLDL is rated higher. Gizmo averages 4.8 out of 5 from 17K ratings, while TLDL averages 4.8 from 7.3K ratings.

### Do Gizmo or TLDL have ads?

Neither Gizmo nor TLDL shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Gizmo or TLDL?

Gizmo ships an update every 4 days, and TLDL every 10 days. Most recently, Gizmo was updated on November 10, 2026 and TLDL on November 10, 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.*