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Memcode

Free#21 of 38 in Spaced Repetition Software

Memcode: A free, open-source web app for formatted flashcards, spaced reviews and browsable courses. Ranked #21 of 38 in Spaced Repetition Software by our editors (7.0/10); pricing: Free plan; best for web learners wanting free, formatted flashcards and courses.

7.0/10Editor score
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At a glance

  • Editor score
    7.0 / 10
  • Pricing
    Free plan
  • Best for
    Web learners wanting free, formatted flashcards and courses
  • Free plan
    Yes
  • Paid from
    None
  • Review algorithm
    Custom
  • Facts checked
    28 Sep 2026
  • Where it wins

    • SM-2 reviews with question-and-answer and cloze cards
    • Supports code, LaTeX, images, GIFs and text-to-speech
    • Create courses or browse and play courses without signing in
  • Where it doesn't

    • Available on the web only
    • Text-based import and export may limit transfer of media-rich cards
    • Designed for solo learners and small teams, not larger organizations

Our verdict on Memcode

Memcode is a web-based spaced-repetition site for self-directed learners and course creators who want to make or study flashcard courses. Its free plan includes flashcard learning, course creation, images, GIFs, sound and formatting. Learners can browse courses and play them without signing in, while course creators can build question-and-answer or cloze-deletion cards. The product is open source and cloud-deployed, with web as its listed platform.

Card formats are a notable strength: rich formatting supports code blocks and LaTeX, alongside image and GIF uploads and text-to-speech audio. That range suits study material that needs more than plain text, such as code snippets, equations or visual prompts. The review algorithm is identified as SM2, and text-based import and export provide a way to move text content. These features make Memcode a focused option for learners who want to create and review their own materials as well as browse existing courses.

The free plan keeps the core learning and course-creation features together, without a paid tier to compare. Its platform fit is narrower: Memcode is web-only, so learners looking for a listed desktop or mobile app should consider another option. Support channels are email and community. Memcode is a sensible fit for solo learners and small-scale course creators who value open-source software and rich card formats; it is less suited to organizations seeking broader platform coverage or a larger-team focus.

Memcode pricing

Plans Free planFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.
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Memcode fact sheet

Free planYes
Paid fromNone
Review algorithmCustom
Daily review limitNot verified
Offline accessNot verified
Mobile appsNot verified
Rich media cardsYes
Educator toolsNot verified
Shared deck libraryYes
DeploymentCloud
PlatformsWeb
SupportEmail, Community
Built forSolo, Small business (editorial estimate)
PricingFree plan (source)
Websitememcode.com
Facts checked28 Sep 2026

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