GenomeCache vs Knowt
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
GenomeCache
Explore the human genome through a virtual scavenger hunt, learning about genetic points of interest and their contribution to human traits. Test your knowledge with trivia and compete on a leaderboard.
- Virtual scavenger hunt through the human genome
- Learn about genetic points of interest
- Discover how genes contribute to human traits
- Engage with fun facts
- Test knowledge with trivia questions
- Post high scores to a leaderboard
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Genome Cache™ has been developed by the Educational Outreach Team at the HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology in Huntsville, Alabama. It can be used on McMillian Park, located on the HudsonAlpha campus in Huntsville or in conjunction with the GenomeCache website (genomecache.hudsonalpha.org), anyone anywhere can create their own GenomeWalk. The app includes a total of 20 different pathways through the human genome to choose from, each highlighting 15 genetic points of interest. Explore the human genome through a virtual scavenger hunt, learn about how genes contribute to human traits, engage with fun facts, and test your knowledge with a trivia questions. Get points by finding each location and answering the trivia questions correctly and post your high score to the leader board.
Knowt
This study app uses AI to transform notes and lecture videos into flashcards and practice tests. It offers various study modes, including spaced repetition, and provides free AP exam study guides. Millions of student-created resources are available.
- AI flashcard maker
- Summarize lecture videos
- Create practice tests from notes/PDFs/videos
- Free Learn Mode with multiple study modes
- Spaced Repetition algorithm
- Free AP Study Guides
- Sync across mobile and web
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Discover a new way to study with Knowt, the all-in-one study app trusted by 7 million students. On top of being the #1 Flashcard App with Free Learn mode, Knowt also has unique AI features designed to save you time when studying. With one click, turn your notes into flashcards, or ask our AI to summarize your lecture videos and whip up flashcards on the key info for you. Knowt creates practice tests from any note, pdf, or video to help you prepare for exams. We offer a more efficient way to study, join us and take your learning to the next level with Knowt. What can you do on Knowt? Make flashcards sets: Use our AI flashcard maker to create your own set or grab some from popular sites like Quizlet. Turn your notes into flashcards and practice : Upload your notes and let our AI makes flashcards and practice tests to help you learn the material better. Study with Free Learn Mode : Master your flashcards with unlimited rounds of learn mode or one of our other study modes (Practice Test, Match, Spaced Repetition) Efficient note-taking: Use our AI note-taking feature to take notes faster Spaced Repetition : Nail your tests with our scientifically proven algorithm that helps you remember your flashcards longer Free AP Study Guides : Check out the Exams Tab for free AP exam study guides, flashcards, and practice tests. (We're adding more exams soon!) Explore Free Learning Resources: Choose from millions of digital flashcard sets, class notes, study guides, and pdfs on a wide range of subjects, all created by fellow students. Seamless Sync: All your stuff syncs between the mobile app and website, making it easy to pick up where you left off, regardless of the device you're using. --------- Download the new Knowt App today and take your notes & flashcards wherever you go. Improve your grades and unleash the power of AI to learn better & faster. Terms of Service : https://knowt.com/terms Privacy Policy : https://knowt.com/privacy --------------------------- Join the Knowt Community! Discord: https://knowt.com/discord TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@getknowt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getknowt --------------------------- We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have any questions or concerns about our practices with regard to your personal information, please contact us at contact@knowt.com
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Knowt at 4.7 against GenomeCache's 4.2. Knowt also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (11K vs 5). GenomeCache's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 32) and iOS requirement (11 vs 16.4). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Knowt sells 27 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. GenomeCache asks for nothing beyond the download.
Knowt holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Knowt has 11K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of GenomeCache's written reviews are positive against 62% of Knowt's.
GenomeCache ships an update every 3 months, Knowt weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and November 2, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | GenomeCache | Knowt |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.2 (5 ratings) | 4.7 (11K ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 44.4% of reviews | 61.7% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 5 | 11K — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #113 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 11 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 113 MB | 150 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology | Knowt Inc. |
Customer experience
GenomeCache
Knowt
Bugs and requests
GenomeCache
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
Knowt
Reported bugs
4 issues- Flashcards disappearing or duplicating
- Incorrect answers marked as correct
- Freezing on update screen
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
Requested features
6 requests- Split screen support for iPad
- Ability to manually sort flashcards
- More formatting options for flashcards
- Improved AI-generated notes
- Offline study mode
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- Customizable audio/visual feedback
In-app purchases
GenomeCache
No in-app purchases
Knowt
- Student Plus Monthly3 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Student Plus Monthly3 Days trial$7.991 Month
- Teacher Plus Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
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- Student Ultra Weekly$9.997 Days
- Student Ultra Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Teacher Ultra Monthly7 Days trial$12.991 Month
- Student Ultra Monthly3 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Teacher Ultra Monthly7 Days trial$14.991 Month
- Student Ultra Monthly3 Days trial2 variants$19.991 Month
- Student Ultra Monthly7 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Student Ultra Monthly$19.991 Month
- Teacher Ultra Monthly3 Days trial$19.991 Month
- Student Plus Annual3 Days trial$23.991 Year
- Student Ultra Monthly$24.991 Month
- Teacher Plus Annual7 Days trial$35.991 Year
- Teacher Ultra Annual7 Days trial$47.991 Year
- Student Ultra Annual3 Days trial2 variants$59.991 Year
- Teacher Ultra Annual$59.991 Year
- Student Ultra Annual3 Days trial2 variants$95.991 Year
- Teacher Ultra Annual7 Days trial$95.991 Year
- Student Ultra Annual3 Days trial2 variants$119.991 Year
- Student Ultra Annual$119.991 Year
- Student Ultra Annual7 Days trial$119.991 Year
- Student Ultra Annual14 Days trial$119.991 Year
- Teacher Ultra Annual3 Days trial$119.991 Year
- Student Ultra Annual7 Days trial$149.991 Year
- Student ultra annual3 Days trial$149.991 Year
