Chamelingo vs Anki
Anki is the gold standard for spaced repetition flashcards. Chamelingo uses the same proven approach - but wraps it in a full Korean learning platform with exercises, multiplayer, and AI tutoring.
Chamelingo leads in 11 of 16 features compared to Anki.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Chamelingo | Anki |
|---|---|---|
| Spaced repetition flashcards | ||
| Import your own study material | ||
| Modern SRS algorithm (FSRS) | ||
| Anki deck import | ||
| CSV / Excel import | ||
| Structured Korean curriculum | ||
| 23+ exercise types | ||
| Multiplayer battles | ||
| AI tutor (text + voice) | ||
| Grammar explanations | ||
| Native speaker audio | ||
| TOPIK exam prep | ||
| Word analytics | ||
| Community shared decks | ||
| Works for any subject | ||
| Free & open source |
Why Learners Choose Chamelingo
Import your Anki decks, upgrade the algorithm
Your existing cards transfer directly. FSRS scheduling replaces SM-2 - more accurate retention timing, fewer wasted reviews.
Flashcards are step one, not the whole plan
Chamelingo wraps spaced repetition in 23+ exercise types, a structured curriculum, multiplayer, and AI tutoring. Reviewing cards is just one of many ways each word gets practiced.
Built for Korean, not everything
Native audio for every word, romanization toggles, Hangul exercises, grammar explanations, and TOPIK prep. Anki is powerful but language-agnostic.
Open the app, start studying
No deck-hunting, no add-on installation, no settings configuration. A ready-made curriculum with pre-built content from Chapter 1.
Pricing Comparison
Chamelingo Free
$0/mo
Free - 3 chapters, unlimited flashcard decks
Chamelingo Pro
$9.99/mo
$9.99/mo - All content, Arena, voice tutor, exam prep
Anki
Free on desktop, $24.99 one-time on iOS
Free on desktop, $24.99 one-time on iOS
The Verdict
Anki is free, open source, and has millions of community-shared decks across every subject - its flexibility is unmatched. Chamelingo cannot replace that breadth. But for Korean specifically, it wraps the same spaced repetition approach in a complete learning platform with exercises, multiplayer, and AI tutoring. Many learners use both.
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