Alternatives / Memrise
Looking for an open source Memrise alternative? Only one project we verified fits: Anki, a spaced-repetition flashcard app. It has no built-in courses like Memrise, so you build or download decks.
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| Alternative | Best for | License |
|---|---|---|
| Anki | Spaced repetition with add-ons | AGPL-3.0+ (some BSD-3) |
We looked for open-source tools for learning through spaced repetition. We verified Anki's license, recent activity, stars, and platforms in its repository. See our methodology for the full criteria.
Anki schedules reviews based on how well you recall each card, supports audio, images, video, and LaTeX, and has a large add-on ecosystem. Decks can scale to over 100,000 cards, and apps cover Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
The interface is plain and there are no built-in courses. AnkiWeb sync is free, and the iOS app is a paid purchase.
Anki is AGPL-3.0 or later, with BSD-3 portions.
Anki had commits within days of this update and has over 32,000 stars.
Memrise is a proprietary app with courses and subscription features. Anki gives you the underlying spaced-repetition engine and total control of your cards, at the cost of building your own content.
Anki is a spaced-repetition flashcard app that schedules reviews based on how well you remember each card, with audio, images, video, and LaTeX, a large add-on ecosystem, and apps for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android. The code is AGPL-3.0 or later with BSD-3 portions, and AnkiWeb sync is free.
Pricing: Free on desktop and Android; the iOS app is a paid purchase.
| Alternative | Type | License | Self-hosted | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anki | Flashcards | AGPL-3.0+ (some BSD-3) | Local with free sync | Self-directed learning |
Want full control of spaced repetition
Anki supports rich media, add-ons, and free sync across devices.