Knowt review

Knowt pitches itself as a free Quizlet alternative, and its free plan backs that up: unlimited file creation, flashcards with unlimited learn mode, a matching game, spaced repetition and practice tests. Moving over is quick, since Knowt says Quizlet sets import in two clicks with images and formatting, and Kahoot and Wayground quizzes come across too. The AI tools go further than flashcards. An Exam Predictor reads your syllabus and course files to build a study plan, the PDF summarizer takes up to 30 files at once, and a lecture summarizer turns recordings into notes, tests and games. Ultra, at $7.99 a month billed $95.99 yearly or $24.99 month to month, removes ads and unlocks the lecture, video and podcast AI plus full AP, SAT and ACT prep. The monthly price is steep next to the annual one. For students who want a strong free flashcard tool with optional AI extras, Knowt is the best value on this list.

Who it is for

students who want Quizlet-style tools for free

Price

Free plan; Ultra from $7.99 per month billed $95.99 yearly, or $24.99 monthly.

Ultra - Annual $7.99 per month Billed upfront for $95.99
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 12, 2026.

Key features

• Free flashcards with unlimited learn mode, matching game, spaced repetition and practice tests
• Exam Predictor reads class files to build a study plan and predict what the professor stresses
• AI PDF Summarizer handles up to 30 files at once
• AI Lecture Summarizer and voice tutor Kai
• Imports from Quizlet, Kahoot, Wayground and YouTube

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Free plan includes unlimited learn mode
• Strength: Quizlet sets import in two clicks with images and formatting
• Strength: Ultra adds full AP, SAT and ACT prep
• Weakness: Monthly Ultra is $24.99, three times the annual rate
• Weakness: Free tier shows ads; ad-free needs Ultra
• Weakness: Lecture, video and podcast AI tools sit behind Ultra

Key facts

• Free plan: Yes, unlimited file creation
• Cheapest paid plan: Ultra, $95.99 per year
• Users: Close to 9 million, per Knowt

Where it ranks

Knowt is No. 3 in our Best AI Study Tools for Students verdict.