# TLDL vs Wick

The clearest difference is rating: TLDL at 4.8 against Wick's 4.3. TLDL also leads on ratings volume (6.7K vs 65). Wick's advantage is monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TLDL sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Wick sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TLDL holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TLDL has 6.7K ratings behind it against 65, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of TLDL's written reviews are positive against 68% of Wick's.

TLDL ships an update every 9 days, Wick every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TLDL | Wick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (6.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tldl-ai-lecture-note-taker/id6590628538/reviews)** | [4.3 (65 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wick-study-planner-plus-canvas/id6737233778/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.7K** | 65 |
| Positive reviews | **72.9% of reviews** | 67.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 145 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **14.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [App Lock LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1822372649) | [Maximal Learning, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704003424) |

## What reviewers say

### TLDL

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tldl-ai-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 (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Secret Discount Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| 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 |
| TLDL Pro 12 Months | $99.99 | per year |
| Unlimited TLDL Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Secret Discount Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Pro Family | $199.00 | 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


### Wick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wick-study-planner-plus-canvas/id6737233778)

This app helps students manage their academic and personal lives by automatically pulling assignments from learning systems and syncing calendars. It sends smart text reminders for deadlines and creates a clear daily plan to stay organized and focused.

**Highlights:** Automatic assignment import from LMS, Calendar syncing for all events, Smart text reminders for deadlines, Syllabus upload for assignment extraction, Clear daily plan generation, Assignment and commitment tracking, Focus sessions for productivity

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Wick Premium – Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Wick Premium – Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Wick Premium – Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Wick Premium – Annual | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TLDL free?

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

### Is Wick free?

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

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

TLDL is rated higher. TLDL averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6.7K ratings, while Wick averages 4.3 from 65 ratings.

### Do TLDL or Wick have ads?

Neither TLDL nor Wick shows ads.

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

TLDL ships an update every 9 days, and Wick every 8 days. Most recently, TLDL was updated on September 24, 2026 and Wick on September 21, 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.*