Revisr by MRVL: A StudySmarter alternative for note-to-flashcard revision
Revisr by MRVL is a revision app that converts your lecture notes into spaced-repetition flashcards, mock exam questions, and summaries tuned to your syllabus, designed for UK GCSE, A-Level, and university students.
How Revisr differs from StudySmarter
StudySmarter is a broad study platform with community-created notes and study sets; Revisr is purpose-built for exam prep through personal note conversion. When you photograph or paste your own lecture notes into Revisr by MRVL, the app instantly generates unlimited flashcards (in the Pro tier at £2.99/month or £19.99/year) tailored to your exact syllabus, rather than relying on shared user content. The spaced-repetition engine schedules revision based on your performance, so you spend less time on material you already know and more on weak points. Revisr also generates mock exam questions directly from your notes, mimicking the question style and difficulty of your actual exam board.
Core features: note capture to exam prep
Revisr's workflow begins with note input. Use your phone camera to photograph handwritten or printed notes, or paste typed notes directly into the app. Revisr's OCR technology extracts the text and feeds it into the flashcard generator. The free tier produces up to 50 flashcards per study session; Pro subscribers unlock unlimited generation. Once flashcards are created, the spaced-repetition algorithm adjusts the review schedule based on how often you mark each card as 'hard' or 'easy'. Syllabus tagging lets you filter revision by topic, and the mock exam generator pulls questions from your notes at the difficulty level of GCSE Papers 1-3 or A-Level Section A/B boundaries. Study offline so revision works anywhere, even without internet.
Best for UK exam boards and structured syllabi
Revisr is optimised for students revising to AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and Eduqas exam specifications. Because you're generating flashcards from your own notes, the app works with any subject: biology, history, languages, maths, literature. The syllabus tagging system helps you organise by topic or weighting (e.g. 'Photosynthesis 25%' in GCSE Biology), so you can run focused study sessions on areas that carry the most marks. This targeted approach suits structured UK qualifications better than general note-sharing platforms, which often mix syllabi and exam boards.
Pricing and free-tier limits
Revisr is free to download on iOS and Android, with no signup required to start. The free tier generates up to 50 flashcards per study session and includes spaced repetition, syllabus tagging, and basic mock exam mode. Revisr Pro costs £2.99 per month or £19.99 per year and unlocks unlimited flashcard generation (50+ cards in a single session), priority exam question generation, and offline sync across devices. As of June 2026, most UK students use the free tier for casual revision and upgrade to Pro in the final four weeks before exams when daily session volume peaks.
Why Revisr works for last-minute exam prep
Unlike StudySmarter, which encourages long-term community study groups, Revisr accelerates solo exam cramming. Spaced repetition is scientifically proven to move information into long-term memory faster than passive review. Because the flashcards are generated from your own lecture notes, they match your teacher's emphasis and exam board style exactly. Mock exams run by the app grade themselves, give you instant feedback, and highlight topics to revisit. Many students also use Revisr alongside traditional revision guides: photograph a revision book summary, convert it to flashcards, and drill it for 15 minutes before bed.
Device compatibility and offline study
Revisr runs on iOS 13+ and Android 8+, covering almost all UK school and university devices. Study materials sync across phone and tablet, so you can generate flashcards on your phone during lunch and drill them on your iPad at home. Offline mode means you don't need a data connection to revise; the app pre-caches all your flashcards and mock exams when you're on WiFi, ideal for train journeys or library study where connectivity is unreliable.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Revisr free to use?
Yes, Revisr is free to download and use. The free tier generates up to 50 flashcards per session and includes spaced repetition and mock exams. Revisr Pro (£2.99/month or £19.99/year) unlocks unlimited flashcard generation and advanced features.
Can I import notes from StudySmarter?
No, Revisr generates flashcards from your own notes (photographed or typed). You can photograph StudySmarter notes or any revision guide and convert them to Revisr flashcards, but you cannot sync StudySmarter accounts directly.
Does Revisr work offline?
Yes. Once flashcards and mock exams are generated, you can study offline without an internet connection. Changes sync when you reconnect.
Which exam boards does Revisr support?
Revisr works with AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and Eduqas for GCSE and A-Level. Because you tag flashcards by your syllabus, the app adapts to any exam board's weighting and question style.
How does the spaced repetition algorithm work?
Revisr schedules flashcards based on how you rate each card. Cards you mark 'easy' appear less often; 'hard' cards appear more frequently. The algorithm targets weak areas and reinforces material you are struggling with.
Can I generate mock exams from my notes?
Yes. Revisr's mock exam generator pulls questions from your notes at the difficulty level and structure of your exam board (GCSE Papers 1-3 or A-Level Section A/B). Questions are graded and include feedback.