# StudyAI vs Audiobook Summary

The clearest difference is monetization model: StudyAI at free with in-app purchases against Audiobook Summary's subscription. StudyAI also leads on ratings volume (875 vs 5) and device support (3 vs 1). Audiobook Summary's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, in-app purchases and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StudyAI sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Audiobook Summary sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $59.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for StudyAI against 4.8 for Audiobook Summary. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StudyAI has 875 ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | StudyAI | Audiobook Summary |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (875 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studyai-web-and-photo-ai-tutor/id1664039953/reviews) | **[4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobook-summary/id6476304164/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **875** | 5 |
| Positive reviews | 42.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 days | — |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 181 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [ACApplications, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/986432007) | [Wordless LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1610387195) |

## What reviewers say

### StudyAI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studyai-web-and-photo-ai-tutor/id1664039953)

Instantly solve homework problems by scanning them with your camera or uploading documents. Get step-by-step explanations powered by advanced AI models, compare different AI outputs, and even generate essays or images from your sources. It supports a wide range of subjects and offers unlimited free use.

**Highlights:** Photo, voice, PDF, and web input, Step-by-step AI explanations, Compare multiple AI models, Essay builder from sources, AI art generation, Unlimited free GPT-5 access

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Chit Chat Ultra Unlimited | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Ultra - Student Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Chit Chat Ultra | $6.95 | per 7 days |
| Ultra Unlimited - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Ultra - Student Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Ultra - Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Chit Chat Ultra (Yearly) | $49.99 | per year |
| Chit Chat Ultra Unlimited Yrly | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use and continuously adding features
- 🚀 Enhances learning experience
- 👍 Good app, should get it
- 👍 Cheat code 10/10

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't work, app freezes and crashes
- 🐛 Trash, won't respond to photo questions
- 🐛 App is being slow and kicks out
- 🔒 Can't cancel subscription, scamming students

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when asking questions
- Glitches with submitting and continuing conversations
- Limiting attempts and responses

**Requested features**

- Unlimited scans and full answers
- Dark mode option


### Audiobook Summary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/audiobook-summary/id6476304164)

Gain key insights from books in minutes with concise summaries. Explore new topics, deepen knowledge, and receive personalized recommendations. Enhance understanding with additional resources, all tailored for busy schedules.

**Highlights:** Concise book summaries, Explore new topics, Deepen knowledge, Personalized recommendations, Additional resources, Digestible insights

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Booksum Yearly Pro | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StudyAI free?

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

### Is Audiobook Summary free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StudyAI or Audiobook Summary?

Audiobook Summary is rated higher. StudyAI averages 4.7 out of 5 from 875 ratings, while Audiobook Summary averages 4.8 from 5 ratings.

### Do StudyAI or Audiobook Summary have ads?

StudyAI shows ads; Audiobook Summary does not.

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