Comparison

MyStudyDeck vs MyCoursePilot

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

Head to head
About

MyStudyDeck

Features
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Turn any photo or PDF into Anki flashcards — then study them right in the app. No typing, no desktop, no account. Everything runs on your iPhone, fully offline. MyStudyDeck is the fastest way to go from study material to memorized. Scan a page, let on-device OCR and smart filtering pick out the words that matter, auto-translate the backs, study with a swipe — and export standard .apkg decks to Anki when you want. THREE TAPS. REAL CARDS. 1. Snap a photo (or import a PDF) of your study material 2. Tap the terms you want to learn 3. Study in-app — or export a complete .apkg deck to AnkiMobile No typing kanji on your phone. No copy-pasting between apps. No desktop required. STUDY MODE — RIGHT IN THE APP You no longer have to export to Anki just to review. • Full study screen with a 3D card-flip animation • Swipe right when you knew it, swipe left to review again • Streak meter tracks your consecutive correct answers • Self-assessment grading: "Didn't know" or "Knew it" • Shuffle mode to mix up your deck • Resume a session right where you left off (within 24h) • Works with all four card types: plain, image, cloze, and multi-field SMART CARD CREATION • On-device OCR extracts text from photos instantly — works offline • Smart word filtering uses Apple's NaturalLanguage engine to highlight the important words (nouns, verbs, adjectives, domain terms) and pre-select them • Function words (the, is, a) are hidden by default — tap "Show all words" to reveal everything • Per-word confidence indicators so you can trust the selection • Filtering supports English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Russian (other scripts use length-based filtering) • Apple Translation fills in card backs automatically • Edit any field before saving (front, back, reading, notes) IMPORT PDFs • Import PDFs directly from Files, iCloud Drive, or any document provider • Page viewer with thumbnails and range selection (All / This page / Range) • Multi-page extraction with a live progress indicator • Text flows straight into the same smart OCR review pipeline • Up to 50 pages per session ANKI-COMPATIBLE EXPORT • Generates standard .apkg files that import cleanly into Anki • Works with AnkiMobile, Anki Desktop, AnkiDroid, and AnkiWeb • Export via the iOS share sheet — AnkiMobile, Files, AirDrop, iCloud Drive, or email • Card images are embedded in the export BUILT FOR PRIVACY Your photos, cards, and study data never leave your device. The OCR and translation run on-device. No accounts. No cloud. No tracking. We never see your cards. ONE-TIME PURCHASE — NOT A SUBSCRIPTION Try MyStudyDeck free with up to 3 cards. Unlock unlimited cards, PDF import, study, and .apkg export with a single $14.99 purchase — yours forever. No subscription. No recurring charges. No surprise renewals. Built for self-taught language learners (Japanese, Korean, Chinese and more) and for students working from textbooks. MyStudyDeck solves the hardest part of mobile studying: turning real study material into cards you actually review — without a desktop.

About

MyCoursePilot

This app helps students by providing step-by-step solutions to problems via photo recognition. It also automates semester planning from syllabi and offers grade tracking and AI-powered study tools. Stay organized and on track with deadlines and coursework.

Highlights
  • Photo-based problem solver
  • Automated syllabus to semester plan
  • Deadline reminders
  • Grade tracking with what-if calculator
  • AI study packs and flashcards
  • AI Coach for planning
  • Focus timer and study streaks
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MyCoursePilot is the premier AI study companion for students. Snap a photo of any problem for a step-by-step walkthrough, turn your syllabus into a full semester plan, and stay ahead of every deadline, all in one app. Know exactly what to study next, and never stay stuck on a problem again. SOLVE ANY PROBLEM Stuck on a question? Snap a photo or type it in, and Milo walks you through it step by step so you actually understand it. Or just get the answer with the working shown. Great for math, chemistry, physics, and more. PLAN YOUR WHOLE SEMESTER Upload a PDF or Word syllabus, or paste your Canvas calendar link, and MyCoursePilot pulls out every assignment and due date automatically. No manual typing. No missed deadlines. No Canvas login required, so it works even if your school restricts access. EVERYTHING YOU NEED A prioritized home screen that tells you exactly what to do next. Smart reminders 3 days before, 1 day before, and on the due date. Grade tracking with a what-if calculator: see your current grade and what you need on the final to hit your target. AI study packs from your notes, slides, PDFs, or lecture audio. Flashcards with spaced repetition. An AI Coach that helps you plan your week and prioritize. A focus timer and study streaks to keep momentum, with Milo to keep you company. BUILT FOR ANY STUDENT Canvas or not, MyCoursePilot works at every school. Add personal tasks too, not just coursework. FREE TO USE The planner, syllabus import, Canvas sync, reminders, and grade tracking are free, plus a few Solve walkthroughs every day. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited Solve, AI study packs, flashcards, and AI Coach. Questions? Email support@mycoursepilot.com — Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.mycoursepilot.com/privacy

Screenshots

MyStudyDeck4 screens
MyCoursePilot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: MyCoursePilot at 15.1 against MyStudyDeck's 17.4. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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. MyStudyDeck sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and MyCoursePilot sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
MyStudyDeck versus MyCoursePilot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMyStudyDeckMyCoursePilot
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequency—Every 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.415.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size84 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSai Sharan BhonagiriTarak Patel

In-app purchases

1 purchases

MyStudyDeck

One-time1
  • MyStudyDeck Pro$14.99
2 purchases

MyCoursePilot

Subscriptions2
  • MyCoursePilot Pro$6.991 Month
  • MyCoursePilot Pro$42.001 Year

Questions

Is MyStudyDeck free?
MyStudyDeck is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MyCoursePilot free?
MyCoursePilot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do MyStudyDeck or MyCoursePilot have ads?
Neither MyStudyDeck nor MyCoursePilot shows ads.

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