Comparison

Study Guard vs cadency

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

Head to head
About

Study Guard

This app transforms social media habits into a learning tool by requiring flashcard mastery to unlock phone access. It offers AI-powered flashcard generation from notes and PDFs, custom creation, and progress tracking to boost focus and academic success.

Highlights
  • Social media leverage for study motivation
  • Flashcard mastery unlocks phone access
  • AI flashcard generator from notes/PDFs
  • Custom flashcard creation
  • Temporary social media blocking
  • Progress tracking and insights
  • Unlimited flashcard sets
Features
Read full description

Study Guard – Turn Your Social Media Addiction into a Learning Powerhouse Never wait for study motivation again with Study Guard—the app that holds you accountable to mastering your flashcards. Transform your social media habits into an unexpected ally for academic success. SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED - Study Guard requires a paid subscription to access all features after your free trial ends. WHAT YOU GET WITH YOUR SUBSCRIPTION: - Social Media Leverage Instead of letting endless scrolling derail your study sessions, Study Guard uses your social media habits as motivation. Each glance at your apps becomes a chance to earn time by proving your mastery of flashcards. - Accountability at Its Best Study Guard holds you directly accountable. Answer your flashcards correctly to unlock your phone and access social media, ensuring you stay committed to reviewing the material you worked hard to create. - Custom Flashcard Creation Use our intuitive interface to create custom flashcards manually. Spend hours preparing your content? With Study Guard, every flashcard counts. - AI Flashcard Generator Automatically generate flashcards from your notes and PDFs in 20+ languages. Save time and create comprehensive study materials effortlessly. - Focus-Driven Learning When it's time to study, distractions are minimized. The app temporarily blocks access to social media until you achieve your study goals, turning the habit that once hindered you into a powerful tool for concentration. - Progress Tracking & Insights Monitor your performance with detailed analytics. Track your success, identify areas for improvement, and stay motivated to keep pushing your boundaries. - Unlimited Flashcard Sets Create and manage as many flashcard decks as you need for all your subjects and learning goals. SUBSCRIPTION & FREE TRIAL: Study Guard requires a subscription to use. Start with a FREE TRIAL to experience all features at no cost. After your trial ends, a paid subscription is required to continue using the app. Payment will be charged to your iTunes 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. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto-renewal in your Account Settings after purchase. Download Study Guard now and let your passion for social media fuel your path to knowledge. Whether you're a student striving for excellence or a lifelong learner seeking to optimize your study routines, Study Guard integrates seamlessly into your lifestyle, making every moment count. TERMS: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

cadency

Read full description

cadency helps creators post with a rhythm. it’s a lightweight social posting companion designed to improve consistency and timing without automation, bots, or account access. cadency focuses on discipline, clarity, and gentle reminders so you can stay active without stress. Privacy Policy: https://erascopia.github.io/my_panic_meter_privacy_policy.html choose your social platforms, set posting windows, and get notified when it’s time to publish. cadency helps you show up consistently while keeping full control of your content. features: - personalized posting windows per platform - gentle notification reminders - weekly and monthly planning views - support for multiple social platforms - creator-focused tips and guidance privacy-first design (no social account access) cadency does not post content for you and does not connect to your social accounts. it works entirely as a planning and reminder tool. built for creators who value consistency over automation. Privacy Policy: https://erascopia.github.io/cadency_privacy_policy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Study Guard4 screens
cadency4 screens

Verdict

The call

Study Guard and cadency are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Study Guard sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and cadency sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Study Guard versus cadency: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStudy Guardcadency
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (390 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews26.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings390 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscription—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.4 — better18.5
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJason MayoAndrei Ozerov

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Study Guard

Subscriptions5
  • Study Guard (Weekly)$4.997 Days
  • Study Guard Plus$5.991 Month
  • Pro Plan (Yearly)$19.991 Year
Show 2 more
  • Study Guard Plus Yearly3 Days trial$24.991 Year
  • Study Guard (Yearly)3 Days trial$34.991 Year
One-time1
  • Study Guard (Lifetime)$79.99
2 purchases

cadency

Subscriptions2
  • Cadency - Monthly Access$3.991 Month
  • Cadency - Yearly Access$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Study Guard free?
Study Guard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is cadency free?
cadency is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Study Guard or cadency have ads?
Neither Study Guard nor cadency shows ads.

Other comparisons