Clevaly vs Knowt
Both are free to start. Here is how they differ, with sources.
At a glance
As of October 2026, the Knowt free plan includes every study mode, including spaced repetition, plus one AI summary a month, and Knowt Ultra costs 24.99 USD a month or 149.99 USD a year with up to 100 PDF and 100 video uploads a month, according to the Knowt help center. The Clevaly free plan includes basic AI generation, every study mode and read-only Moodle, Canvas and Brightspace sync, with paid plans from 9.99 USD a month.
Quick verdict
Knowt suits students who want a free spaced repetition mode, Quizlet import and AP or SAT prep.
Clevaly suits students whose courses run on Moodle, Canvas or Brightspace and who want metered AI with every study mode free.
Comparison table
| Feature | Knowt | Clevaly |
|---|---|---|
| Free study modes | Learn, Practice Test, Spaced Repetition, Match, Flashcards [1] | Flashcards, Learn, Test, Match, Blast |
| Free AI from files | 1 AI summary per month [1] | Basic generation with AI PDF import at 3 study actions |
| Paid price | Ultra 24.99 USD per month or 149.99 USD per year [1] | Student 9.99 USD and Pro 24.99 USD per month |
| Paid upload caps | 100 PDF and 100 video uploads per month on Ultra [2] | Monthly study-action allowance plus 4.99 USD per 50 top-ups |
| Spaced repetition | Yes, with Again, Hard, Good and Easy ratings [3] | Mastery levels per term |
| Import | Quizlet sets via Chrome extension or pasted export text [4] | Paste tab-separated terms |
| Export | Export as PDF [5] | Print or save as PDF |
| LMS | Chrome extension imports Canvas videos that have transcripts; course file sync not listed [6] | Moodle, Canvas and Brightspace read-only file and deadline sync |
Different strengths
Knowt offers spaced repetition and a public library. Clevaly offers course sync with one study set per topic.
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Frequently asked questions
How many free AI summaries does Knowt give?
One per month, per the Knowt help center.
How much is Knowt Ultra?
24.99 USD a month or 149.99 USD a year, per Knowt as of October 2026.
Does Knowt Ultra have limits?
100 PDF and 100 video uploads a month, per the Knowt help center.
Does Knowt have spaced repetition?
Yes. Clevaly tracks mastery levels instead.
Can Clevaly sync Moodle or Canvas files?
Yes, with read-only sync.
Is Clevaly free?
Yes, the free plan includes basic AI generation and studying is always free.
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Sources
- https://help.knowt.com/en/articles/16905163-what-s-included-in-the-free-plan-for-students
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- https://help.knowt.com/en/articles/10298019-why-am-i-being-asked-to-pay-when-i-m-subscribed
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- https://help.knowt.com/en/articles/10714645-how-do-i-use-spaced-repetition-mode
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- https://help.knowt.com/en/articles/10298079-how-to-import-flashcards-from-quizlet-to-knowt
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- https://help.knowt.com/en/articles/10714472-how-can-i-export-my-flashcards
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- https://help.knowt.com/en/articles/10298036-chrome-extension-is-not-working-on-canvas
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