Knowt

About Knowt

What is Knowt (2026 update)

Knowt is a web and mobile study platform in the education technology category that turns notes, PDFs, and lecture recordings into flashcards, quizzes, and study guides using AI. It is positioned as a free alternative to Quizlet, since most of its core study modes do not sit behind a paywall.

What is new in 2026

Knowt has kept building out its AI lecture note taker, which records a class and generates structured notes, flashcards, and quizzes from the audio. The platform also runs a dedicated AP Exam Hub with curated study sets for most Advanced Placement subjects, and it added an AI PDF and video summarizer so students can turn long readings or recorded lectures into condensed study material. A conversational AI study partner called Kai is available for voice-based tutoring and question answering. A native mobile app has been mentioned as planned for 2026, though the tool is already usable through the website, iOS and Android apps, and a Chrome extension.

Key features

• AI flashcard and quiz generation from typed notes, pasted text, or uploaded PDFs
• AI lecture note taker that converts recorded audio into organized notes and study sets
• Spaced repetition algorithm built into the Learn mode
• AI PDF and video summarizers for condensing long material
• Kai, a conversational AI tutor for voice-based Q&A and explanations
• Millions of public flashcard sets and notes shared by other students
• Practice tests, matching games, and Knowt Play for group study
• AP Exam Hub with subject-specific review material

Pricing in 2026

Some sources list Ultra at $24.99/month or $149.99/year instead, so pricing may vary by promotion or region. Check the official site for the exact current rate before subscribing.

Who should use it

Knowt fits high school and college students who want a Quizlet-style flashcard tool without hitting a paywall on basic study modes. It is especially useful for AP students because of the dedicated exam hub, and for anyone who records lectures and wants those turned into structured notes automatically. Teachers who want to build class-wide study sets and assign auto-graded quizzes are also a fit, particularly with the Ultra or institutional plans.

Limitations and alternatives

The free plan caps how much you can use the AI summarizer and AI chat features each month, so heavy users of Kai or the summarizer will likely need Ultra. Reported Ultra pricing is not fully consistent across sources, so confirm the current number on Knowt’s own pricing page before you commit. If Knowt does not fit, consider these alternatives:

• Quizlet, the long-standing flashcard and study set platform Knowt is most often compared against
• Anki, a free, open-source spaced repetition flashcard app popular for medical and language study
• Notion AI or a general note-taking app paired with a separate flashcard tool, for students who want more control over formatting

Frequently asked questions

Is Knowt free to use?

Yes, the Basic plan is free and includes unlimited flashcard and note creation plus the core study modes, though AI features like summaries and chat have monthly limits.

How much does Knowt Ultra cost in 2026?

Most sources report Ultra at $19.99/month or $119.99/year (about $9.99/month billed annually), though some list a higher $24.99/month tier, so check the official pricing page for the current rate.

Does Knowt work for AP exam prep?

Yes, Knowt runs a dedicated AP Exam Hub with curated study sets and flashcards for most AP subjects.

Can Knowt turn a recorded lecture into notes?

Yes, its AI lecture note taker records class audio and generates organized notes, flashcards, and quizzes from it.

Information last verified: September 2026.