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Head-to-head · Spaced Repetition Software

Anki vs SuperMemo

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score Anki #1 in Spaced Repetition Software 9.4/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit Anki
SuperMemo #3 in Spaced Repetition Software 9.0/10 Free plan · paid from 35.99 PLN/mo · 30-day trial ✓ 0 of 4 features Visit SuperMemo

Anki leads on 4 checks, SuperMemo on 0, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreAnki · 9.4/10
  • Free planonly Anki
  • Most featuresAnki · 3 of 4

Anki scores higher on our rubric for spaced repetition software: 9.4 against 9.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #3.

Anki offers free plan; SuperMemo doesn't publish it. Anki offers offline access; SuperMemo doesn't publish it. Anki offers rich media cards; SuperMemo doesn't publish it. Anki offers shared deck library; SuperMemo doesn't publish it.

Anki is the better fit for learners who want customizable spaced-repetition cards. SuperMemo is the better fit for learners seeking courses and adaptive review.

  • Anki fits best

    Learners who want customizable spaced-repetition cards

  • SuperMemo fits best

    Learners seeking courses and adaptive review

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Side by side

Feature Anki 9.4/10 Visit ↗ SuperMemo 9.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 9.0
Ranking #1 in Spaced Repetition Software #3 in Spaced Repetition Software
Best for Learners who want customizable spaced-repetition cards Learners seeking courses and adaptive review
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ (best) Not published
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android Web, Windows, Android
Support Community, Docs Docs
Built for Solo, Small business Solo, Small business
Features Anki 3/4 · SuperMemo 0/4
Offline access ✓ (best) Not published
Rich media cards ✓ (best) Not published
Educator tools Not published Not published
Shared deck library ✓ (best) Not published
Specs
Review algorithm Adaptive Not published
Daily review limit Not published Not published
Mobile apps Both Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Supports both FSRS and legacy SM-2 review scheduling
  • Cards can include audio, images, video, and scientific markup
  • Free AnkiWeb sync connects desktop, web, and mobile study
  • Adaptive forgetting-index scheduling tailors review timing
  • Structured language lessons combine vocabulary and grammar practice
  • Multimedia materials and user-created collections support varied study
Cons
  • The official iOS app is a paid purchase
  • Add-ons and customizable templates can mean more setup
  • Support is centered on community resources and documentation
  • Listed platform coverage is limited to web, Windows, and Android
  • The product is paid, but plan details are not presented here
  • Its focus on structured learning may not suit learners wanting a lightweight review tool
Our verdict

Anki helps learners turn material into flashcards and schedule reviews around how well they recall each card. It suits solo learners and small-scale study needs who want control over card content, layouts, and review timing rather than a…

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SuperMemo is a spaced-repetition application for individual learners who want structured language study and long-term retention practice. It combines language courses with vocabulary and grammar exercises, while also supporting study of…

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  1. AnkiSpaced Repetition Software 9.4Free plan
  2. SuperMemoSpaced Repetition Software 9.0Free plan · paid from 35.99 PLN/mo · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Anki — where it wins

    • Supports both FSRS and legacy SM-2 review scheduling
    • Cards can include audio, images, video, and scientific markup
    • Free AnkiWeb sync connects desktop, web, and mobile study

    Where it doesn't

    • The official iOS app is a paid purchase
    • Add-ons and customizable templates can mean more setup
    • Support is centered on community resources and documentation

  • SuperMemo — where it wins

    • Adaptive forgetting-index scheduling tailors review timing
    • Structured language lessons combine vocabulary and grammar practice
    • Multimedia materials and user-created collections support varied study

    Where it doesn't

    • Listed platform coverage is limited to web, Windows, and Android
    • The product is paid, but plan details are not presented here
    • Its focus on structured learning may not suit learners wanting a lightweight review tool
  • Anki9.4/10 · Free plan

    A flexible flashcard system with adaptive scheduling and cross-device sync.

    Visit AnkiFull verdict →
  • SuperMemo9.0/10 · Free plan · paid from 35.99 PLN/mo · 30-day trial

    Structured language lessons meet adaptive reviews for steady, individual study.

    Visit SuperMemoFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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