# Plain Flashcards vs Flashcard Pro

The clearest difference is rating: Plain Flashcards at 4.4 against Flashcard Pro's 3.0. Plain Flashcards also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (weekly vs every 16 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Plain Flashcards sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Flashcard Pro sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Plain Flashcards holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Plain Flashcards has 281 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 73% of Plain Flashcards's written reviews are positive against 43% of Flashcard Pro's.

Plain Flashcards ships an update weekly, Flashcard Pro every 16 months. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Plain Flashcards | Flashcard Pro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (281 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plain-flashcards-ai-and-study/id971833934/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashcard-pro-study-and-learn/id1069725521/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **281** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **73.4% of reviews** | 43.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 16 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 38 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Going Merry LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1820776999) | [hirokazu murabe](https://appshunter.io/developer/894364772) |

## What reviewers say

### Plain Flashcards

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/plain-flashcards-ai-and-study/id971833934)

Create flashcards from text, PDFs, or images using AI. Supports spaced repetition, translation, and pronunciation for over 20 languages. Syncs across devices and offers customizable study sessions.

**Highlights:** AI flashcard generation from text, PDF, or image, Spaced repetition system (SRS), Translation and pronunciation for 20+ languages, iCloud sync across devices, Customizable study sessions and reminders, Import and export card data

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plain Flashcards Plus - Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Plain Flashcards Plus - Annual | $17.99 | per year |
| Say Thanks | $1.99 | one-time |
| Support the Mission | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 💰 Completely free, no ads or subscriptions
- 🖼️ Ability to add photos to cards
- 🌐 Built-in translation function
- 🚀 Efficient for studying and saving time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔀 Cards automatically shuffle and cannot be turned off
- 🗂️ Cannot move or rename sets of cards easily
- 🔄 Editing order is inconsistent
- 🖱️ Swiping to move cards can be finicky
- 🔍 No search function within decks

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot turn off shuffle feature
- Cards automatically shuffle and cannot be turned off
- Cannot rename or move sets of cards and have them stay in order
- Editing order is inconsistent
- Swiping to move cards is finicky

**Requested features**

- Option to turn off shuffle
- Ability to move multiple cards at once
- Search function within decks
- Folders for organizing decks
- Ability to merge decks


### Flashcard Pro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flashcard-pro-study-and-learn/id1069725521)

This app simplifies memorization with a swipe-based interface for creating and studying flashcards. It focuses on active recall and efficient learning for students, language learners, and professionals. Upgrade for advanced features like auto-flip and CSV import.

**Highlights:** Swipe-based card interaction, Intuitive and clutter-free design, Effortless card creation and editing, Unlimited flashcards and decks, Auto-Flip Timer (Premium), CSV Import (Premium)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $0.49 | per month |
| Hide Advertisement | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Plain Flashcards free?

Plain Flashcards is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Flashcard Pro free?

Flashcard Pro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Plain Flashcards or Flashcard Pro?

Plain Flashcards is rated higher. Plain Flashcards averages 4.4 out of 5 from 281 ratings, while Flashcard Pro averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Plain Flashcards or Flashcard Pro have ads?

Flashcard Pro shows ads; Plain Flashcards does not.

### Which is updated more often, Plain Flashcards or Flashcard Pro?

Plain Flashcards ships an update weekly, and Flashcard Pro every 16 months. Most recently, Plain Flashcards was updated on September 23, 2026 and Flashcard Pro on September 17, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*