Comparison

* FlashCards * vs Recall

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

Head to head
About

* FlashCards *

This smart flashcard app uses scientifically proven spaced repetition to help you learn and retain information. It offers multiple algorithms, customizable study modes, and the ability to attach various media to your cards. Share and discover card decks with a global community.

Highlights
  • Eight spaced repetition algorithms
  • Attach images, audio, and files to cards
  • Text-to-speech in 10 languages
  • Share and import card boxes
  • Multiple study modes
  • Learning streak and progress charts
  • iCloud sync
Features
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Learning that actually sticks. FlashCards is the smart flashcard app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It shows you each card just before you would forget it – thanks to proven spaced repetition. 8 Algorithms. Your Rhythm. FlashCards is the only app that offers eight spaced repetition algorithms: • FSRS – The most advanced algorithm, dynamically calculating stability and difficulty per card; in two versions: the new FSRS 6 with a personalized forgetting curve (default) and 4.5 • ACT-R – Cognitively grounded model: schedules reviews using the power law of forgetting, adapted per card • Anki – Refined SM-2 variant with four rating buttons and per-card easiness factor • Bayesian – Probability-based optimization for maximum efficiency • SM-2 – The proven SuperMemo classic • Leitner System – The classic card box method, digitally reimagined • 6-Phases – Progressive intervals from same-day to 90 days • Flat – Simple: 10 correct answers in a row = learned Choose the algorithm per card box individually – switch anytime. Flashcards • Front, back, and optional notes side • Attach images and files, record pronunciation directly • Tag cards and browse tags across all boxes • Mathematical formulas in LaTeX notation • IPA phonetics and text-to-speech in 39 languages • Make a card from any app: share text, a link, or an image Share & Discover • Share card boxes directly from the app via link • Search the built-in catalog and import ready-made boxes with a single tap • Updates for imported boxes • Import your existing Anki decks (.apkg) • Import vocabulary lists from CSV Training • Four study modes: Classic, Multiple Choice, Speak & Repeat, and Type the Answer (the last three Pro) • Configurable session size, study direction, and training source • Learning status per side: learn recognizing and recalling separately • Cram mode (Pro): work through a whole box before an exam – without changing your review schedule • Pause cards by hand or automatically after repeated mistakes – level and history kept • Undo your last rating, resume an interrupted session Statistics & Sync • Learning streak with streak freeze, year-long heatmap, progress charts, and per-card history • Study mode usage breakdown and retention rate per algorithm • Learning Insights: forecast, memory strength by deck, best time to study, cards that are stuck (Pro) • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets (Pro) and daily reminders • Siri, Shortcuts, and Control Center: start training, ask for due cards • Spotlight search: find your flashcards system-wide • Three themes: Azur Blue, Rose, and Classic • iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac Who is FlashCards for? • Students & Pupils – Vocabulary, formulas, definitions • Language Learners – Pronunciation, IPA, and native voices • Professionals – Jargon and certifications Start Free. Go Pro When You're Ready. Free: • Full learning functionality without restrictions • All 8 algorithms • iCloud synchronization • Share card boxes and import from the catalog FlashCards Pro: • No ads • Multiple Choice, Speak & Repeat, and Type the Answer study modes • Cram mode for exam preparation • Practice a tag across all card boxes • Refresh learned cards to check what really stuck • Learning Insights • FSRS optimization: fit the algorithm weights to your own review history • Streak freeze to rescue a missed day • Auto-play text-to-speech during practice • Daily repetitions goal with history chart • Statistics charts per card • Reset or filter cards by learning status • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets • Export data • Backup & Restore, also daily, automatic and encrypted • Flexible pricing: monthly, yearly, or one-time purchase (Lifetime) Learn smarter. Remember more. Start today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://80h.de/flash-cards/privacy.html

About

Recall

Features
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Recall is a modern flashcard app built on the science of spaced repetition. Powered by the FSRS-4.5 algorithm, it schedules your reviews at precisely the right moment - just before you'd forget - so you retain more while studying less. Whether you're revising for GCSEs, learning a language, preparing for medical exams or mastering any subject, Recall adapts to your memory and builds a study plan that works. BUILT-IN GCSE LIBRARY Revising for GCSEs? Recall ships with a ready-made library covering 22 GCSE subjects - Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English Literature, History, Geography, languages and more - with proper maths notation and real curriculum content. Add a subject and start studying in seconds. AI DECK GENERATION Paste your class notes and Recall's AI turns them into a ready-to-study flashcard deck in moments - one testable fact per card, with maths notation and code formatting preserved. Review, edit and save the cards, then let FSRS take over. Free users get 3 generations to try; Premium unlocks unlimited. SMART SCHEDULING WITH FSRS Recall uses the Free Spaced Repetition Scheduler (FSRS-4.5), the most accurate open-source spaced repetition algorithm available. Unlike fixed-interval systems, FSRS models your actual memory patterns and optimises review timing for each individual card. The result: better retention with fewer reviews. CREATE YOUR OWN DECKS & CARDS Organise your knowledge into decks and cards. Add front and back content with full Markdown support - perfect for code snippets, formatted text, lists and more. Import existing material or build your collection from scratch. FOCUSED STUDY SESSIONS When it's time to study, Recall presents cards that are due for review. Rate each card as Again, Hard, Good or Easy and the algorithm adjusts the next review interval accordingly. Cards you find difficult appear more frequently; cards you know well are spaced further apart. STREAKS & MOTIVATION Build a daily study streak to stay consistent. Your streak tracks consecutive days of completed reviews, helping you build the habit that makes spaced repetition so effective. Streak freezes are available so a single missed day doesn't break your momentum. KEYBOARD SHORTCUTS Power users can fly through reviews using keyboard shortcuts. Rate cards, flip them and navigate without touching the mouse. Every second saved adds up over thousands of reviews. OFFLINE SUPPORT Study anywhere, even without an internet connection. Recall works fully offline using local storage. Your cards, decks and review history are always available on your device, and changes sync automatically when you're back online. CROSS-DEVICE SYNC Sign in to access your flashcards across all your devices. Create cards on your laptop, review them on your phone. Everything stays in sync via secure cloud storage. PROGRESS & STATISTICS Track your learning with detailed statistics. See cards due, cards reviewed, and your retention rate over time. Understand how your memory is improving and where to focus your effort. FREE FEATURES - Unlimited decks - Up to 200 of your own cards (built-in GCSE library doesn't count) - Full FSRS-4.5 scheduling - Markdown support - Keyboard shortcuts - Offline study - Cross-device sync - Daily streak tracking - 1 streak freeze per week - 3 free AI deck generations PREMIUM (GBP 19.99/year with 1-month free trial, or GBP 6.99/month) - Unlimited cards - Unlimited AI deck generation - Unlimited streak freezes - Advanced statistics & forecasts - Priority support - All future premium features Your data is stored securely using AWS cloud infrastructure. Recall does not sell or share your personal information. Terms of Use (EULA): https://recall.wolftechnologies.co.uk/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://recall.wolftechnologies.co.uk/privacy.html

Screenshots

* FlashCards *4 screens
Recall4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Recall at none against * FlashCards *'s shown. Recall also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Ā· Rating Ā· Positive reviews Ā· Number of ratings Ā· Update frequency Ā· Ads Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Monetization Ā· Best chart rank Ā· Devices Ā· Requires iOS

CostPrice Ā· In-app purchases Ā· Ads Ā· Monetization

Both are free to download. * FlashCards * sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Recall sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

* FlashCards * ships an update every 9 days, Recall fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences Ā· 6 level
* FlashCards * versus Recall: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter* FlashCards *Recall
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS18.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB12 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSebastian EgbersWolf Technologies Ltd

In-app purchases

3 purchases

* FlashCards *

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription$1.991 Month
  • Yearly subscription14 Days trial$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$49.99
2 purchases

Recall

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly$29.991 Year

Questions

Is * FlashCards * free?
* FlashCards * is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Recall free?
Recall is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do * FlashCards * or Recall have ads?
* FlashCards * shows ads; Recall does not.
Which is updated more often, * FlashCards * or Recall?
* FlashCards * ships an update every 9 days, and Recall fortnightly. Most recently, * FlashCards * was updated on October 30, 2026 and Recall on November 5, 2026.

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