Comparison

VinoPrep vs Wine Study Notebook

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

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About

VinoPrep

Prepare for your WSET wine exams with flashcards, timed mock tests, and detailed explanations. This app uses a spaced repetition system to help you master the vast material and track your progress. Practice blind tasting and simulate real exam conditions to build confidence.

Highlights
  • 1,000+ flashcards
  • Timed mock exams
  • Spaced Repetition System (SRS)
  • Mastery tracking heatmaps
  • Blind tasting practice
  • Achievement system
  • Localized content (Japanese, Korean)
Features
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Pass your WSET wine exam on the first try. 1,000+ flashcards, timed mock exams, and real exam-format quizzes — study smarter with VinoPrep, the smartest WSET exam prep app for Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3. WHY VINOPREP? WSET exams are expensive and the material is vast. Don't leave your success to chance. Whether you are a sommelier in training, a wine professional, or a passionate enthusiast — VinoPrep turns your phone into a high-performance study tool designed to help you pass the first time. STUDY SMARTER WITH SCIENCE VinoPrep uses a Spaced Repetition System (SRS) based on the SM-2 algorithm. The app tracks which concepts you struggle with and surfaces them right before you forget. - Mastery Tracking: Visualize progress with study heatmaps - Topic Mastery: Know exactly where you are weak before exam day REAL EXAM SIMULATION Eliminate exam-day anxiety with Mock Exam mode, built to match official WSET specifications: - Level 1: 30 questions, 45 minutes, 70% pass mark - Level 2: 50 questions, 60 minutes, Pass/Merit/Distinction grading - Timed countdown & "Flag for Review" — just like the real thing COMPREHENSIVE CONTENT - 1,000+ expert-verified flashcards covering Viticulture, Winemaking, Principal Grapes, and Wine Regions - Interactive maps, comparison charts, and fill-in-the-blank challenges - Every answer includes a detailed explanation — learn from mistakes instantly BLIND TASTING PRACTICE Train your palate with structured blind tasting exercises. Learn to identify grape varieties, regions, and winemaking techniques by aroma and flavor profiles. FULLY LOCALIZED The first app to offer professional-grade WSET preparation for Asian markets. Complete UI and content in Japanese (日本語) and Korean (한국어). ACHIEVEMENT SYSTEM Stay motivated with wine-themed badges: "Scholar," "Perfect Score," "World Warrior." Build study streaks and master new modules. FREE TO START Download today and explore the first module for free. Start a 7-day free trial to unlock all 12+ modules, unlimited mock exams, and advanced analytics. Master WSET. Pass with confidence. Get VinoPrep.

About

Wine Study Notebook

Features
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Your wine exam, one cozy notebook. Wine Study Notebook is a study companion for wine certification exams (Levels 1 to 3), designed to feel like the notebook you wish you kept: lined paper, torn-out cards, post-it tabs, and your name on the cover. STUDY NOTES Plain-language notes written to the published learning objectives for each level. They explain why, not just what: climate, winemaking, grape by grape, region by region. FLASHCARDS WITH SPACED REPETITION Decks come back right before you forget them. Be honest, tap hard or easy, and the notebook schedules the rest. MOCK EXAMS LIKE THE REAL PAPER 345 original questions. Timed mocks with the real section weighting and pass mark, then a full review of what you missed and why. TEACHING MAPS Hand-sketched, labeled wine maps of eight countries you can zoom, study, and then quiz yourself on blind. Every region page is a lesson: the wines in the glass, the places on the map, and your own notes pulled alongside. TASTING PRACTICE Guided tasting notes in the systematic style, level by level. WINE GAMES Pin regions on the map, name grapes from their aromas, fix a jumbled wine list, rebuild wines from memory, and pair bottles with food. Three corks, keep your streak alive. GLOSSARY Over 300 terms, level-tagged, from acidification to vintage. PRIVATE BY DESIGN No accounts, no ads, no tracking, no network needed. Your name, progress, and tasting notes never leave your device. Independent study tool. Not affiliated with or endorsed by any exam body. Questions are original and written to publicly available specifications.

Screenshots

VinoPrep4 screens
Wine Study Notebook4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: VinoPrep at Free against Wine Study Notebook's $0.99. Wine Study Notebook's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 6) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.6). On ads 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

VinoPrep is free to download; Wine Study Notebook costs $0.99 up front. VinoPrep sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Wine Study Notebook asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
VinoPrep versus Wine Study Notebook: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVinoPrepWine Study Notebook
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB10 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperMykyta PopovIan Ahl

In-app purchases

6 purchases

VinoPrep

Subscriptions4
  • Wine Lesson Pass3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Wine Spirits Level Pack$4.991 Month
  • Wine Master Annual7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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  • Practice Test Review3 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Full Wine Education$49.99
  • Wine Region Access$69.99
None

Wine Study Notebook

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is VinoPrep free?
VinoPrep is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Wine Study Notebook free?
Wine Study Notebook costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do VinoPrep or Wine Study Notebook have ads?
Neither VinoPrep nor Wine Study Notebook shows ads.

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