Comparison

STRATA vs Leno

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

Head to head
About

STRATA

This app transforms any subject into a comprehensive, structured learning course in seconds. It generates original content, including modules, lessons, definitions, and quizzes, tailored to your chosen depth and pace. Explore diverse topics from history to finance with in-depth prose and interactive elements.

Highlights
  • AI-generated custom courses
  • In-depth lessons and definitions
  • End-of-course quizzes
  • Adjustable text complexity
  • AI assistant for questions
  • Audio lesson playback
  • Spaced repetition review
Features
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STRATA turns any subject into a full, structured course — in seconds. Type what you want to learn. Set how deep you want to go. STRATA builds a complete curriculum around it: real modules, full lessons, key concepts, definitions, notable passages, and a final quiz. No pre-packaged content. No browsing a catalog. Just your curiosity, and a course built for exactly that. LEARN ANYTHING History, physics, philosophy, finance, literature, medicine, design, law — if you can describe it, STRATA can teach it. The AI builds an original course from scratch, written at the depth and pace you choose. BUILT FOR DEPTH, NOT DISTRACTION Every lesson reads like it was written by someone who genuinely cares about the subject. Long-form prose, precise definitions, pull quotes from real thinkers, citations, formulas, and reflection prompts that make you stop and think. FREE WITH EVERY ACCOUNT — 1 AI-generated course per month — Full lesson content: prose, definitions, key points, pull quotes, citations — End-of-course quiz — Light and dark mode, adjustable text complexity SCHOLAR — $7.99/month or $64.99/year (auto-renewable) — 5 courses per month — Ink AI assistant (50 messages/month) — ask questions about what you're studying — Audio reading — listen to lessons in four natural voices — Lesson Connections — see how your courses relate to each other — Module comprehension checks — Full public library access LUMINARY — $14.99/month or $119.99/year (auto-renewable) — Unlimited courses per month — Ink AI assistant (200 messages/month) — Priority AI generation — Public course sharing — Full spaced repetition review system — All Scholar features included Subscriptions auto-renew monthly or annually. Cancel anytime in Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://koatechapps.com/privacy

About

Leno

Transform your study materials into interactive lessons and practice exams with AI. Master complex subjects through personalized video explanations, deep lecture notes, and active recall flashcards. Get instant feedback and guidance from a 24/7 AI tutor to ace your exams.

Highlights
  • Multi-modal course generation from various inputs
  • Deep lecture notes with first-principles explanations
  • AI-powered video lessons with animated visuals
  • Active recall and spaced repetition flashcards
  • Targeted interactive practice quizzes
  • 24/7 personal AI tutor for guidance
Features
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Leno is your intelligent, first-principles AI study companion designed to master any subject and ace your exams with confidence. Transform dense textbooks, lecture notes, syllabus documents, and complex topics into interactive, modular masterclasses in seconds. KEY FEATURES: • Multi-Modal Course Generation: Upload PDFs, textbooks, handwritten notes, audio recordings, or topic queries. Leno instantly structures a tailored, chapter-by-chapter learning roadmap. • First-Principles Deep Lecture Notes: Skip rote memorization. Master difficult concepts through intuitive breakdowns, mathematical derivations, step-by-step examples, and practical applications. • Active Recall & Smart Flashcards: Powered by spaced repetition science. Automatically extract definitions, formulas, and key insights to maximize long-term retention. • Targeted Interactive Practice Quizzes: Test your understanding with custom multiple-choice and conceptual problems with comprehensive answer breakdowns and hints. • 24/7 Personal AI Tutor: Ask questions, clarify formulas, and receive personalized Socratic guidance at every step of your study journey. Whether you are preparing for university exams, professional certifications, or exploring new disciplines, Leno turns complex knowledge into clear, intuitive mastery. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS & LEGAL: • Auto-renewable subscription: Leno Pro Monthly ($19.99/mo) and Leno Pro Yearly ($169.99/yr). • Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • Manage or cancel subscriptions anytime in your App Store Account Settings after purchase. • Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://www.clarioxis.com/privacy

Screenshots

STRATA4 screens
Leno4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: STRATA at 3 against Leno's 1. Leno's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence 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. STRATA sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month and Leno sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for STRATA against 5.0 for Leno. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

STRATA ships an update fortnightly, Leno weekly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
STRATA versus Leno: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSTRATALeno
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (3 ratings)5.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings3 — better1
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB43 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEVAN ASHTON MCDADE天一 刘

Customer experience

STRATA

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Leno

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

STRATA

Subscriptions4
  • Scholar Monthly7 Days trial$7.991 Month
  • Luminary Monthly7 Days trial$14.991 Month
  • Scholar Yearly$59.991 Year
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  • Luminary Yearly$119.991 Year
2 purchases

Leno

Subscriptions2
  • Leno Pro Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Leno Pro Yearly$169.991 Year

Questions

Is STRATA free?
STRATA is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Leno free?
Leno is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, STRATA or Leno?
STRATA and Leno are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.
Do STRATA or Leno have ads?
Neither STRATA nor Leno shows ads.
Which is updated more often, STRATA or Leno?
STRATA ships an update fortnightly, and Leno weekly. Most recently, STRATA was updated on October 31, 2026 and Leno on October 31, 2026.

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