# Alpmann eCards vs UdS

The clearest difference is review sentiment: UdS at 100% against Alpmann eCards's 40%. UdS also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 43) and update cadence (monthly vs every 2 months). 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. UdS asks for nothing beyond the download.

Alpmann eCards ships an update every 2 months, UdS monthly. Both last shipped on September 21, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Alpmann eCards | UdS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 40.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 38 MB | 64 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) | [Universitaet des Saarlandes](https://appshunter.io/developer/736099226) |

## 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 |


### UdS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/uds-app/id6746160093)

This app centralizes essential information and services for university students and staff. It offers features like cafeteria menus, campus news, and an interactive map, all within a secure and user-friendly interface. Developed by the university, it's continuously updated to meet campus needs.

**Highlights:** Cafeteria menu, University news updates, Interactive campus map, Personalized functions, Multi-language support, Certified data protection and security

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Alpmann eCards free?

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

### Is UdS free?

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

### Do Alpmann eCards or UdS have ads?

Neither Alpmann eCards nor UdS shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Alpmann eCards or UdS?

Alpmann eCards ships an update every 2 months, and UdS monthly. Most recently, Alpmann eCards was updated on September 21, 2026 and UdS on September 21, 2026.

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