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Anki
Spaced-repetition flashcards, desktop free, iOS pay-once, no monthly learning app rent.
PAY ONCEOPEN SOURCEOFFLINEBUDGET FRIENDLY
Quick facts
- Price model
- Mixed
- Starting price
- Free desktop/Android; iOS ~$25 one-time
- Best for
- Language vocabulary · Exam prep · Long-term retention
- Replaces
- Quizlet Plus, Memrise Pro, Brainscape subscriptions
- Platforms
- MacWindowsLinuxiOSAndroid
- Last verified
- 2026-06-22
Why it's listed
The gold standard for spaced repetition. Get it from apps.ankiweb.net, not clone apps.
Anki schedules reviews so you memorize languages, med terms, or trivia efficiently. Desktop and Android are free; iOS is a one-time purchase that still beats years of Quizlet Plus. Sync via AnkiWeb free tier or self-host.
The catch
Ugly but effective UI; making quality cards takes effort.
Good fit for
- Serious language learners
- Med and law students
Not ideal for
- Casual learners wanting gamified streaks only
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