The free Brainscape alternative
Cards by OpenApps is a free Brainscape alternative: Free. Every study mode, no round or test limits. Brainscape's free plan: Unlimited cards you make, with spaced repetition and 2,500 pre-loaded cards; unlimited AI cards and most other people's content need Pro.
What each one costs
| App | Free plan | Paid plans |
|---|---|---|
| Cards | Free. Every study mode, no round or test limits. | None |
| Brainscape | Unlimited cards you make, with spaced repetition and 2,500 pre-loaded cards; unlimited AI cards and most other people's content need Pro. | The free plan covers your own cards with spaced repetition. Pro is listed at $7.99 a month billed yearly on the web (2026), with higher prices in the iPhone app. |
Shared and pre-made decks and many extras are Pro only.
Switching from Brainscape
Paste your cards into Cards and study with spaced review, Learn and tests for free.
Questions
Is there a free alternative to Brainscape?
Yes. Cards by OpenApps does what Brainscape does for flashcards, for free, with no sign-up.
Does Brainscape have a free plan?
Unlimited cards you make, with spaced repetition and 2,500 pre-loaded cards; unlimited AI cards and most other people's content need Pro. That is from Brainscape's own site, checked October 19, 2026.
What does Brainscape cost?
The free plan covers your own cards with spaced repetition. Pro is listed at $7.99 a month billed yearly on the web (2026), with higher prices in the iPhone app.
How do I switch from Brainscape?
Paste your cards into Cards and study with spaced review, Learn and tests for free.
Can an AI assistant use Cards instead of Brainscape?
Yes. Cards has a public API that needs no key, so an assistant can do the job for you.
Brainscape is a trademark of its owner. OpenApps is not affiliated with it. Brainscape's paid prices above are approximate and change often; check its site for current pricing.