Comparison

* FlashCards * vs Minimal Flashcards

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

Minimal Flashcards

Create and study custom flashcard decks with spaced repetition. Review cards daily on your iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch. Enjoy a focused, ad-free, and tracking-free learning experience.

Highlights
  • Customizable flashcard decks
  • Spaced repetition scheduling
  • Daily review feature
  • Statistics tracking
  • iPad and Apple Watch support
  • Ad-free and tracking-free
Features
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Minimal Flashcards is a focused study app for decks, cards, daily review, statistics, iPad layouts, widgets, and Apple Watch review. Build your own decks, answer with Again/Hard/Good/Easy, and let the local scheduler bring cards back when they matter. No account, no ads, no tracking. On iPhone Duo’s partially folded inner screen, focus on a large question or answer while review controls, daily progress, and Undo stay in a separate area. Folding, unfolding, or rotating preserves your current card and revealed answer. Designed for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and watchOS 26. Free to download. No subscription and no in-app purchase.

Screenshots

* FlashCards *4 screens
Minimal Flashcards3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Minimal Flashcards at none against * FlashCards *'s 3. Minimal Flashcards also leads on ads (none vs shown). * FlashCards *'s advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence 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. * FlashCards * sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Minimal Flashcards asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

* FlashCards * ships an update every 9 days, Minimal Flashcards weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 4 level
* FlashCards * versus Minimal Flashcards: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameter* FlashCards *Minimal Flashcards
PriceFreeFree
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysWeekly — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS18.6 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB8 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSebastian EgbersLim Sangjin

Customer experience

* FlashCards *

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Minimal Flashcards

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
None

Minimal Flashcards

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is * FlashCards * free?
* FlashCards * is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Minimal Flashcards free?
Minimal Flashcards is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do * FlashCards * or Minimal Flashcards have ads?
* FlashCards * shows ads; Minimal Flashcards does not.
Which is updated more often, * FlashCards * or Minimal Flashcards?
* FlashCards * ships an update every 9 days, and Minimal Flashcards weekly. Most recently, * FlashCards * was updated on October 24, 2026 and Minimal Flashcards on October 25, 2026.

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