# TLDL vs Wick

The clearest difference is rating: TLDL at 4.8 against Wick's 4.2. TLDL also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (7.3K vs 75). Wick's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TLDL sells 10 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 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TLDL has 7.3K ratings behind it against 75, 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 64% of Wick's.

TLDL ships an update every 10 days, Wick every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TLDL | Wick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (7.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tldl-lecture-note-taker/id6590628538/reviews)** | [4.2 (75 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wick-study-planner-plus-canvas/id6737233778/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **7.3K** | 75 |
| Positive reviews | **73.2% of reviews** | 63.6% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 152 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [LEMONROCKS TEKNOLOJI VE BILISIM TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI](https://appshunter.io/developer/6830833566) | [Maximal Learning, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1704003424) |

## What reviewers say

### TLDL

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

This app uses AI to record lectures and automatically generate notes, flashcards, and quizzes. It's designed to help students focus, reduce stress, and improve learning efficiency, with features beneficial for those with ADHD and dyslexia.

**Highlights:** AI-powered lecture recording, Automatic note generation, Flashcard and quiz creation, Lecture replay and review, ADHD & Dyslexia friendly features, Note sharing with classmates

**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


### 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 syncing assignments from learning systems and calendars. It sends smart reminders and creates a clear daily plan to prevent burnout and missed deadlines.

**Highlights:** Assignment pulling from LMS, Calendar syncing, Smart text reminders, Daily plan creation, Syllabus analysis, Focus sessions

**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 7.3K ratings, while Wick averages 4.2 from 75 ratings.

### Do TLDL or Wick have ads?

Wick shows ads; TLDL does not.

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

TLDL ships an update every 10 days, and Wick every 8 days. Most recently, TLDL was updated on November 11, 2026 and Wick on November 8, 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.*