Anki vs Flashi
If you want Anki-level spaced repetition with faster setup on iPhone, Flashi is the simpler option for daily use. It is also free on iOS, while AnkiMobile costs $24.99.
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Anki
$24.99 one-time
Flashi
Free
AI deck generation
Anki
No
Flashi
Yes (topic to deck in seconds)
Spaced repetition
Anki
Yes (SM-2)
Flashi
Yes (SM-2)
Import existing Anki decks
Anki
Native
Flashi
Yes (.apkg + CSV)
Audio lessons from decks
Anki
Not native
Flashi
Built in
When to pick each app
Pick Anki if you need power-user controls
Anki is strong for users who want deep scheduling customization, add-ons, and advanced deck tuning.
Pick Flashi if you want speed on iPhone
Flashi is better when you want to generate, import, and review decks quickly with a clean mobile-first workflow.
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Does Flashi use the same spaced repetition algorithm as Anki?
Yes. Flashi uses SM-2 spaced repetition, the same core algorithm family used in Anki.
Can I move from Anki to Flashi without rebuilding decks?
Yes. You can import existing .apkg and CSV decks into Flashi.
Is Flashi really free on iOS?
Yes. Flashi is free to download and use on iOS.