Comparison

Guru vs EzMemory

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

Head to head
About

Guru

This app helps students import existing flashcard decks, review them using an AI-powered spaced repetition system, and even generate new cards from PDFs and notes. It includes a study lock feature to minimize distractions during review sessions.

Highlights
  • Import existing flashcard decks
  • AI-powered spaced repetition (FSRS)
  • Generate flashcards from PDFs and notes
  • Study Lock to block distracting apps
  • Controller support for reviews
  • Organized deck management
Features
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Guru imports your Anki decks (.apkg and .colpkg) with cards, media, sub-decks and scheduling state intact, then reviews them on iPhone and iPad with the FSRS scheduler, online or offline. Open a deck straight from Files, AirDrop, Safari downloads or the share sheet. Importing and daily review are free for up to 5 decks. Pro unlocks card editing, cross-device sync, Study Lock and unlimited decks: US$4.99/month after a 3-day free trial, US$39.99/year, or US$24.99 once for Lifetime (includes 5,000 AI credits). Requires iOS 17 or later. ■ Import your decks ・.apkg and .colpkg packages, including large shared decks with tens of thousands of cards ・Cards, cloze deletions, images, audio, sub-decks and scheduling state come through ・Browse the deck tree before you start reviewing ■ Review with FSRS ・Study cards when they are due, with Again, Hard, Good and Easy ratings ・One card per note per day, so cloze siblings don't stack up ・Cram Mode before exams without rebuilding your deck ■ Turn material into cards ・Create draft cards from PDFs, notes and lectures with AI credits ・Review and edit generated cards before studying ・Image occlusion cards for diagrams and anatomy ■ Stay focused ・Study Lock (optional) shields selected distracting apps until today's review is done ・Review with touch, gestures, or a paired game controller ・Built for fast daily sessions on iPhone and iPad ■ Export and sync ・Every deck exports back to a standard .apkg ・Pro syncs decks, cards and review progress with the GuruOwl web app ■ Pro access Choose a monthly or yearly subscription, or the one-time Lifetime unlock. AI card generation uses credits. Subscriptions can be cancelled any time in App Store settings. Guru is an independent app and is not affiliated with Anki, AnkiMobile or AnkiWeb. ■ Legal Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://guruowl.com/app/privacy

About

EzMemory

Features
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EzMemory is a clean and focused flashcard app built around the modern FSRS (Free Spaced Repetition Scheduler) algorithm. It is designed for fast daily review and distraction-free learning. Import your existing decks and start studying immediately. Key Features • FSRS algorithm Smart scheduling powered by the modern spaced repetition system used by advanced learners. • Import Anki decks Import your existing decks and continue studying with ease. • Simple study experience Minimal interface designed for quick daily reviews. • Mixed study mode Review cards and new cards appear naturally during study sessions. • Multiple decks Organize your cards with deck hierarchies. • Focus on learning No distractions, just efficient flashcard study. EzMemory is ideal for language learning, exams, and long-term knowledge retention. This app is not affiliated with Anki.

Screenshots

Guru4 screens
EzMemory4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Guru at 17.0 against EzMemory's 26.0. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Guru sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and EzMemory sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Guru ships an update every 3 days, EzMemory every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Guru versus EzMemory: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterGuruEzMemory
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 days — betterEvery 6 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size113 MB5 MB
Age rating9+4+
Developer剑 肖Wu Bin

In-app purchases

5 purchases

Guru

Subscriptions3
  • Flashcard Guru Pro Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Flashcard Guru Pro Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Flashcard Guru Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time2
  • 500 AI Credits$4.99
  • Lifetime Pro$24.99
3 purchases

EzMemory

One-time3
  • Buy Me a Coffee$0.99
  • Buy Me Lunch$2.99
  • Sponsor EzMemory$6.99

Questions

Is Guru free?
Guru is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EzMemory free?
EzMemory is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Guru or EzMemory have ads?
Neither Guru nor EzMemory shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Guru or EzMemory?
Guru ships an update every 3 days, and EzMemory every 6 days. Most recently, Guru was updated on October 25, 2026 and EzMemory on October 25, 2026.

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