Free USMLE Flashcards with Spaced Repetition
Generate Step 1 and Step 2 decks with AI, study them with SM-2 spaced repetition, and import any Anki deck you already use. Built for the pace of medical school.
Start Free on iOSGenerate targeted Step 1 and Step 2 decks
Create decks like "USMLE Step 1 microbiology" or "Step 2 cardiology" in seconds. Refine as you study.
SM-2 spaced repetition for boards-level density
USMLE-style retention is exactly what SM-2 was designed for. Review the 5% you keep forgetting, not the 95% you already know.
Import existing Anki decks
Bring First Aid, Pathoma, or any community-shared deck in with .apkg import. No rebuild, no lost history.
Hands-free audio review between rotations
Generate continuous audio lessons from any deck. Review high-yield facts while you walk, drive, or take a break.
Is Flashi a good USMLE flashcard app?
Flashi works well for USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 prep because it combines AI deck generation (so you are not retyping facts) with SM-2 spaced repetition (so you review high-yield facts at the interval your brain actually needs). It is free on iOS and imports existing Anki decks.
Can I import my USMLE Anki decks into Flashi?
Yes. Flashi imports .apkg files, including shared community decks like Anking, Pepper, and First Aid-derived decks. Your card history and scheduling come with you.
Does spaced repetition actually work for the USMLE?
Yes. Spaced repetition is one of the most-validated study techniques for dense factual material. USMLE prep is roughly 90% fact recall — the exact situation spaced repetition handles best. Daily 20–45 minute sessions consistently outperform weekend cram blocks.
Is Flashi free for medical students?
Yes. Flashi is free on iOS. No subscription, no paywall for deck generation or review. AnkiMobile costs $24.99; most USMLE-specific flashcard products have paid tiers.