# * FlashCards * vs Recall

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | * FlashCards * | Recall |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 31 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Sebastian Egbers](https://appshunter.io/developer/482486088) | [Wolf Technologies Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893245521) |

## What reviewers say

### * FlashCards *

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashcards/id6752792198)

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:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly subscription | $12.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $49.99 | one-time |


### Recall

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/recall-smart-flashcards/id6762441756)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*