Comparison

Gisty vs Chalk

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

Head to head
About

Gisty

Learn and grow with bite-sized lessons designed to fit into your busy schedule. Engage with short videos, audio, quizzes, and reflection to build new knowledge and skills. Discover insights into your thinking patterns and track progress without pressure.

Highlights
  • Bite-sized lessons
  • Short videos and audio
  • Quizzes and reflection
  • Mindset tests
  • Progress tracking
  • Motivational shorts
  • Leaderboard
Features
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Too busy for long courses but still hungry for knowledge and personal growth? Meet Gisty, the micro learning app built for curious, ambitious minds who want to get smarter every day. We've cracked the code of learning, delivering bite-sized lessons that seamlessly fit into your daily routine. Whether you’re waiting in line, sipping your morning coffee, or winding down before bed, Gisty helps you swap idle scrolling for meaningful growth and learning. No long lectures, no boring textbooks. Just micro-learning that sticks, inspires, and transforms your life with knowledge. Built for the scrolling brain Gisty doesn't try to fight against your scrolling habit—it upgrades it. Gisty feeds your brain with micro learning in the form of the short videos and audio it craves. But to make learning even more engaging, Gisty pairs content with quizzes and reflection. Turn the "zombie scroll" into a smart learning loop to bring you a wealth of new knowledge that will actually stick. The missing manual for your mind Gisty's tests reveal how you think, make decisions, and react, which is not always the way you think you do. Armed with this knowledge, you’ll begin learning new tools that can help you work with your brain, not against it. Progress without pressure Unlike traditional micro learning courses, Gisty requires zero willpower. No deadlines, no "falling behind." Just bite-sized learning micro-wins that stack up effortlessly. Whether you have two minutes or ten, you’ll always leave the app feeling accomplished, never overwhelmed. Here’s how it works Gisty’s content is made up of short and practical courses designed to give you tools you can use right away on your micro learning journey. Topics range from emotional intelligence and sleep hacks to persuasion skills, beating procrastination, and beyond. In just a few minutes a day, you can master knowledge others are likely to spend months trying to gain. Gisty’s mindset tests can offer new learning about why you think the way you do, and what shapes your habits. Our tests give you these answers and more, helping you uncover your patterns, strengths, and the blind spots that might be holding you back. Gisty’s quizzes test your knowledge after each lesson to reinforce what you’ve learned and track your progress in real time. Whenever you need a boost, Gisty’s motivational shorts can put you back in the game with powerful mini videos packed with inspiration. And Gisty’s leaderboard lets you see how you stack up against others to help you stay motivated and celebrate your wins. Introducing podcasts Gisty’s introducing a new way to experience micro learning in the app with exclusive podcasts. Keep your mind engaged while driving, cleaning house, on a run, or anytime you want to grow your knowledge. Why Does Gisty Work? Research shows that micro learning makes education more efficient and more engaging. By breaking complex topics into small chunks, your brain stays more engaged, focused, and ready to learn. That means less overwhelm, more progress, and better results. With Gisty, you can: - Fit micro learning into any schedule. - Grow your knowledge step by step. - Replace doom scrolling with purposeful growth. - Turn free moments into opportunities to feed your curiosity. Ready to turn spare minutes into micro learning moments? Download Gisty today and see how far a little daily learning can take you. By using Gisty, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use: https://aiby.mobi/gistyme_ios/banners/content/privacy/ https://aiby.mobi/gistyme_ios/banners/content/terms/

About

Chalk

Get step-by-step homework help for math and science. This AI tutor explains answers by writing and speaking, allowing you to follow the process. Learn by doing with interactive explanations and save your work for later.

Highlights
  • Step-by-step problem solving
  • Verbal and written explanations
  • Interactive whiteboard
  • Save and revisit explanations
  • Photo, voice, or text input
  • On-iPad direct writing
Features
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Chalk is an AI tutor that shows its work. Ask a maths or science question by typing, speaking, or snapping a photo. Chalk writes and draws on a whiteboard while explaining each step aloud, so you can follow how the answer comes together. Learn by doing: • Work through problems step by step. • Answer quick checks and ask follow-up questions on the same board. • Replay an explanation or jump back to a step. • Save your boards and return to them later. • On iPad, write your own working directly on the board. Chalk is free to start, with an optional Chalk Pro subscription. Available plans, prices, and any eligible free trial are shown before purchase. AI can make mistakes. Check important answers and use Chalk to understand the method, not just copy a result. Privacy Policy: https://trychalk.me/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Gisty4 screens
Chalk4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Gisty at 5.0 against Chalk's 1.0. Gisty also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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. Gisty sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Chalk sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Gisty holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Gisty versus Chalk: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGistyChalk
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size51 MB42 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAIBYOLUWAPELUMI S OYELOWO

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Gisty

Subscriptions6
  • Premium$5.997 Days
  • Premium3 Days trial$6.997 Days
  • Premium$6.997 Days
Show 3 more
  • Premium$9.991 Month
  • Premium$39.991 Year
  • Premium$69.991 Year
2 purchases

Chalk

Subscriptions2
  • Chalk Pro3 Days trial$19.991 Month
  • Chalk Pro Annual7 Days trial$199.991 Year

Questions

Is Gisty free?
Gisty is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Chalk free?
Chalk is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Gisty or Chalk?
Gisty is rated higher. Gisty averages 5.0 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Chalk averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Gisty or Chalk have ads?
Neither Gisty nor Chalk shows ads.

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