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Alternative to Anki

Wordlet vs Anki

The FSRS scheduling Anki users trust — plus Learn mode, AI Read passages, Greek stress drills, and a full web + mobile app without add-ons.

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Feature comparison

FeatureWordletAnki
Spaced repetitionFSRS (Anki-family)FSRS / SM-2
Price100% free, no tierFree desktop / paid iOS
Study modesLearn, flip, quiz, type, listen, matchFlashcards (+ add-ons for rest)
AI Read passagesStories from your deck vocabularyAdd-ons / none native
AI deck helpersExample sentences & card imagesManual / add-ons
Language-specific drillsGreek stress, noun articlesAdd-ons / none native
Listen / TTSBuilt-in cloud voicesAwesomeTTS / add-ons
Web + mobile syncDesktop-first sync
No ads
Course & deck catalogsEnroll or one-click copyShared decks (AnkiWeb)
ClassroomsTeachers & studentsLimited
ImportPlain text & pastePlain text export

FSRS scheduling without the add-on stack

wordlet runs FSRS — the same algorithm family behind modern Anki — on every card in every mode. Reviews land just before you forget, with a tunable retention target in Settings. The difference is everything around scheduling ships in one app: no AwesomeTTS plugins, no custom study-type add-ons, no desktop sync workarounds.

Ten study modes, not just flip cards

Anki is unmatched for power users who customize everything. wordlet targets learners who want depth out of the box: Learn mode rotates flip, quiz, typing, and listen drills per card; dedicated sessions for flashcards, quiz, typing, listen, and match; plus Read mode for AI-generated passages built from your deck vocabulary, with tap-to-translate glosses and one-tap add-to-deck.

Language learning beyond term ↔ definition

For Greek decks, Stress mode drills accent placement syllable by syllable. Articles mode targets der/die/das, le/la, el/la, and Greek articles before nouns stick wrong. Listen mode uses cloud TTS so you train ear recognition, not just spelling. These are first-class modes with FSRS — not community add-ons you hunt down and maintain.

Web-first, with native apps that sync

Build decks in the browser, study on iOS or Android, enroll from the course catalog, or copy public decks in one click. Import Anki plain-text exports in seconds. Classrooms let teachers share decks with students. All of it free — no $25 iOS unlock for core study.

Move from Anki to wordlet

  1. In Anki, open the deck you want to move.
  2. Choose File → Export and pick Notes in Plain Text (.txt).
  3. Sign in to wordlet and open your deck (or create a new one).
  4. Use Import and upload the .txt file, or paste the same format (term and definition separated by tab, comma, or dash).
  5. For Greek cards, keep stress marks on accented vowels so Stress mode works; include articles in terms for Articles mode.
  6. Review the preview, pick a duplicate policy, and import — FSRS scheduling starts on your first study session.

Learn the science

New to FSRS or spaced repetition? Read the guides before you import your decks.

Anki vs wordlet — FAQ

Common questions about switching from Anki to wordlet.

Can I import my Anki decks into wordlet?

Yes. Export notes as plain text from Anki (File → Export → Notes in Plain Text) and import into a wordlet deck. .apkg files are not supported yet — use the plain-text export.

Does wordlet have AI features Anki does not?

wordlet includes Read mode — AI writes short passages from your deck vocabulary with layered tap-to-translate glosses — plus AI-assisted example sentences and card images when you build decks. Core FSRS scheduling is deterministic; AI is used for content generation, not review timing.

Does wordlet use the same algorithm as Anki?

wordlet uses FSRS (Free Spaced Repetition Scheduler), the same family of algorithm used by modern Anki. Scheduling behavior is comparable; wordlet adds built-in study modes, Read mode, and language drills Anki typically needs add-ons for.

Is wordlet a good Anki alternative for language learners?

If you want FSRS plus typing, listening, AI reading, Greek stress, and article drills in one free app — without maintaining an add-on stack — wordlet is built for that. Power users who rely on heavy Anki customization or shared plugin workflows may still prefer Anki.

Will I lose my Anki review history?

Import brings your cards (terms and definitions) into wordlet. Review history and intervals do not transfer from Anki exports — wordlet starts fresh FSRS scheduling when you study imported cards.

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