Comparison

Etch Memory vs Skolar

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Etch Memory

Features
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Your flashcards should work as hard as you do. Etch learns what you're studying, reminds you before you forget, and surfaces connections you'd never spot on your own. No configuration. No 200-page manual. Just learning that actually sticks. CREATE FROM ANYTHING Upload a PDF. Snap a photo. Paste a quote. Chat with AI about any topic. Etch turns it into flashcards in seconds — no manual data entry, no formatting headaches. REVIEW WITHOUT THINKING ABOUT IT Widgets on your home screen. A swipe to answer. Etch meets you where you already are — no app to open, no habit to remember. INSIGHTS THAT CONNECT THE DOTS Etch reads everything you're learning and writes personalized mini-lessons that link ideas across your stacks. The kind of connections that make knowledge compound. SPACED REPETITION THAT ADAPTS Built on FSRS — the algorithm that outperforms Anki. Etch shows you what to review right before you'd forget it. The struggle is the point. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Streaks. Stats. Visual proof that what you're learning isn't slipping away. Built for people who read, study, and grow — and refuse to forget what they've learned. Whether you're grinding through a certification or just tired of finishing books and retaining nothing, Etch is for you. --- Etch is free to download and use. Subscribe to Lite, Pro, or Max to unlock the full power of AI-generated flashcards, insights, and chat. Payment will be charged to your App Store Account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings. Privacy Policy: https://tylerwince.com/etch/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Skolar

This app helps students organize their academic life with tools for note-taking, assignment tracking, and flashcard creation. It offers AI-powered features like automatic note generation and lecture summarization to enhance learning and productivity.

Highlights
  • Organize classes, assignments, and notes
  • AI-generated notes and flashcards
  • Lecture recording and transcription
  • Smart task and deadline management
  • Focus timer and distraction blocker
  • Study analytics and progress tracking
Features
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Skolar is the ultimate productivity app built for students. Keep your academic life organized and stress-free with tools that help you manage classes, take better notes, track assignments, and stay motivated. Unlike simple planners or flashcard apps, Skolar is built as a complete study ecosystem designed around how students actually learn. From recording lectures to building focus streaks — Skolar makes your study life smoother, smarter, and more effective. ALL-IN-ONE ACADEMIC HUB Manage everything in one clean, unified dashboard. • Organize classes, assignments, notes, flashcards, files, and to-dos by class • Upload your syllabus and let Skolar organize your semester automatically • Sync assignments and classes with Canvas (availability may vary by institution) • View deadlines, exams, and events in one unified calendar SMARTER LEARNING WITH AI (Available with Skolar Pro) • Smart Notes – Upload PDFs or materials and let Skolar AI generate notes • AI Flashcards & Quizzes – Instantly turn content into study sets • Lecture Recording & Transcripts – Record lectures, get transcripts, summaries, and flashcards • AI Study Tools – Summarize PDFs, research topics, and chat with Skolar AI • AI Podcasts – Turn notes, PDFs, or topics into podcasts you can listen to anywhere NOTES THAT WORK THE WAY YOU STUDY • Write notes manually or generate them from PDFs and lecture recordings • Rich text editor with highlights, images, code blocks, lists, and more • Keep notes connected to your classes, to-dos, and files SMARTER TASK & DEADLINE MANAGEMENT • Use To-Dos to track assignments, tasks, and anything with a deadline • Automatically sync assignments from Canvas • Attach notes, files, and get AI help directly inside each to-do • Never miss a deadline again FOCUS & PRODUCTIVITY • Pomodoro Timer – Customizable focus sessions • Study Sessions – Distraction-free mode with progress tracking • Tracked Study Time – Understand your study habits • Study Streaks – Stay consistent and motivated DISTRACTION-FREE STUDYING • Block distracting apps during study sessions • Choose which apps to block while studying • Perfect for deep work, exam prep, and maintaining focus streaks STUDY ANYWHERE WITH SKOLAR WEB • Access your full study space on a bigger screen • Use Skolar on the web at app.skolarapp.com • Seamlessly switch between mobile and web MOTIVATION THROUGH INSIGHTS (Available with Skolar Pro) • Study analytics for total time, streaks, and trends • Visualize your productivity and progress over time • Designed to help you stay consistent all semester long Upgrade to Skolar Pro to unlock full AI-powered features, advanced analytics, and unlimited lecture recording. SKOLAR PRO SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS Skolar Pro includes a 3-day free trial, followed by auto-renewing subscriptions: • Monthly: $12.99 • Yearly: $99.99 (Save 36%) Pricing may vary by region and is subject to change. Subscriptions are charged to your iTunes account and automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage subscriptions in iTunes Account Settings. Get organized. Stay focused. Study smarter. Terms of Service: https://skolarapp.com/terms-conditions/ Privacy Policy: https://skolarapp.com/privacy-policy/

Screenshots

Etch Memory4 screens
Skolar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Etch Memory at every 3 days against Skolar's every 6 weeks. Skolar's advantage is iOS requirement (16.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Etch Memory sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Skolar sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Etch Memory ships an update every 3 days, Skolar every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Etch Memory versus Skolar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEtch MemorySkolar
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.016.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size70 MB54 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperM&G TechworksSkolar, LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Etch Memory

Subscriptions3
  • Etch Lite3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Etch Pro7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Etch Max7 Days trial$9.991 Month
2 purchases

Skolar

Subscriptions2
  • Skolar Pro Monthly3 Days trial$12.991 Month
  • Skolar Pro Annnual3 Days trial$99.991 Year

Questions

Is Etch Memory free?
Etch Memory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Skolar free?
Skolar is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Etch Memory or Skolar have ads?
Neither Etch Memory nor Skolar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Etch Memory or Skolar?
Etch Memory ships an update every 3 days, and Skolar every 6 weeks. Most recently, Etch Memory was updated on September 9, 2026 and Skolar on August 24, 2026.

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