# Schwanki vs Memrise for Language Flashcards

> Compare Schwanki and Memrise for language study, including pricing, documented limits and how to move vocabulary into Schwanki.

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# Schwanki vs Memrise for Language Flashcards

Choose Memrise if you prefer a guided language course and built-in speaking practice. Choose Schwanki if you want your tutor’s words and your existing Anki cards to drive review.

By YJ Kim · Sources checked November 10, 2026

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**Schwanki and Memrise at a glance**

| Workflow | Schwanki | Memrise |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Study material | Class PDFs, PowerPoint, screenshots, connected Google Docs or Sheets, and existing Anki packages. | Study the vocabulary and phrases included in Memrise’s language courses. |
| Review | Review cards due under FSRS in the phone swipe feed. Previously loaded due cards can be reviewed offline. | Follow the course activities and use the speaking tools available on your plan. |
| Portability | Import .apkg or .colpkg with supported media and scheduling when they are present in the package. | Rebuild your own cards. Your Memrise course progress remains in Memrise. |

## Pricing and limits

### Schwanki

- Anki imports, scheduling, and unlimited decks and reviews are free. Image and audio together cost one credit per card. [Schwanki pricing](https://schwankiapp.com/pricing) · November 10, 2026
- One-time credit packs start at “20 credits” for “$1” USD. [Schwanki pricing](https://schwankiapp.com/pricing) · November 10, 2026
- Free allowances: “10 documents a day” for class-note reading and “50 a day” for example sentences. Each extra use costs one credit. [Schwanki pricing](https://schwankiapp.com/pricing) · November 10, 2026
- Class PDFs up to “10 MB” and PowerPoint files up to “100 MB”. Loaded due cards are available offline; importing and AI generation require a connection. [Schwanki’s documented inputs and review workflow](https://schwankiapp.com/anki-alternative) · November 10, 2026

### Memrise

- The plan page requires account access to view offers. Memrise’s FAQs say price and payment options vary by country. [Memrise subscription plans](https://app.memrise.com/payment/plans) · November 10, 2026
- Memrise documents viewing available subscriptions and payment methods for your country after signing in or upgrading in the app. [Memrise FAQs](https://explore.memrise.com/help) · November 10, 2026

## How to move from Memrise to Schwanki

1. Identify vocabulary from your own notes or files that you want to keep reviewing after a Memrise session. [Memrise FAQs](https://explore.memrise.com/help)
2. Put your vocabulary and context in a Google Doc or Sheet you control, or prepare a supported class file. [Schwanki’s documented inputs and review workflow](https://schwankiapp.com/anki-alternative)
3. Connect the document or upload the file in Schwanki and check the extracted words in your Inbox. [Schwanki’s documented inputs and review workflow](https://schwankiapp.com/anki-alternative)
4. Edit and approve the cards you want to study. Keep the original app available for its progress and features.

## Sources

- [Memrise subscription plans](https://app.memrise.com/payment/plans)
- [Memrise FAQs](https://explore.memrise.com/help)
- [Schwanki pricing](https://schwankiapp.com/pricing)
- [Schwanki’s documented inputs and review workflow](https://schwankiapp.com/anki-alternative)

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