# Alpmann eCards vs RUB Bib

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Alpmann eCards at 40% against RUB Bib's 0%. Alpmann eCards also leads on update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). RUB Bib's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 43). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Alpmann eCards sells 43 one-off in-app purchases. RUB Bib asks for nothing beyond the download.

Alpmann eCards ships an update every 2 months, RUB Bib every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and July 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Alpmann eCards | RUB Bib |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | **40.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 38 MB | 35 MB |
| Requires iOS | **14.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Alpmann Schmidt](https://appshunter.io/developer/381083631) | [Ruhr-Universitaet Bochum](https://appshunter.io/developer/476630475) |

## What reviewers say

### Alpmann eCards

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/alpmann-ecards/id976490537)

This app allows you to access and study digital flashcards for law exams on your iPhone and iPad. It synchronizes with an online platform, lets you select categories, mark favorites, and track your learning progress. Study anytime, anywhere, and even follow friends' learning activities for motivation.

**Highlights:** Real-time synchronization with Repetico, Selectable study categories, Mark and study favorite flashcards, Edit flashcards within the app, Detailed learning progress overview, Search flashcards quickly, Track friends' learning activities

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

**In-app purchases (43)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RÜ Check Wh.-Fragen 3/2023 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check Wh.-Fr. 04/2023 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check Wh.-Fr. 01/2024 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check Wh.-Fragen 02/2026 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check Wh.-Fragen 01/2026 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check Wh.-Fragen 2025 4. Quartal | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check 3-2025 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check 2-2025 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check Wh.-Fragen 2025 1. Q. | $0.99 | one-time |
| AS: RÜ Check Wh.-Fragen 4-2024 | $0.99 | one-time |
| RÜ Check Wh.-fragen 3/2024 | $0.99 | one-time |
| AS: RÜ Check Wh.-Fr. 2024 2.Q | $0.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht BT 3 (GoA, Bereicherungsrecht) 2017 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht BT2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Familienrecht 2023 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht BT 1 2023 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht BT 2 2023 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht BT 4 2025 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht BT I 2025 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Erbrecht 2025 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Europarecht 2025 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht AT 1 2024 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht BT 3 2024 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Strafrecht BT I 2017 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Zivilprozessrecht 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| BGB AT 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Arbeitsrecht 2023 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Handelsrecht 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Strafrecht BT2 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Sachenrecht 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Grundrechte 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Grundrechte 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| VwGO 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Arbeitsrecht 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Strafrecht BT I 2025 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gesellschaftsrecht 2024 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht AT 2 2023 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Definitionen ÖffR 2024 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Definitionen Strafrecht 2025 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Definitionen Zivilrecht | $6.99 | one-time |
| Strafrecht AT 2024 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Schuldrecht AT 2 2024 | $6.99 | one-time |
| Paket: Definitionen | $17.99 | one-time |


### RUB Bib

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rub-bib/id6456452216)

Manage your university library account seamlessly. Authenticate for borrowing, payments, and services, and keep track of loans, fees, and reservations. Access and book university library courses and events directly from your device.

**Highlights:** Digital library card, Borrow media, Manage loans and fees, Handle reservations, View courses and events, Book library courses

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Alpmann eCards free?

Alpmann eCards is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is RUB Bib free?

RUB Bib is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Alpmann eCards or RUB Bib have ads?

Neither Alpmann eCards nor RUB Bib shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Alpmann eCards or RUB Bib?

Alpmann eCards ships an update every 2 months, and RUB Bib every 7 months. Most recently, Alpmann eCards was updated on September 21, 2026 and RUB Bib on July 26, 2026.

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