Flashy vs Memoet
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted learning & courses options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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Flashy
Open-source spaced repetition flashcard web app
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Memoet
Self-hosted spaced repetition flashcard software
| Feature | Flashy | Memoet |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Learning & Courses | Learning & Courses |
| License | MIT | MIT |
| Language | JavaScript | Elixir |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Medium |
| Min. RAM | 256 MB | 512 MB |
| Deployment | docker, source | docker, source |
| GitHub stars | ★ 13 | ★ 107 |
| First released | 2021 | 2021 |
| Replaces | Anki, Quizlet | Anki, Quizlet |
Why pick each one
Choose Flashy if…
- Released under the MIT license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in JavaScript
Choose Memoet if…
- Released under the MIT license
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- Written in Elixir
- Lightweight — runs in 512 MB RAM
Frequently asked questions
Is Flashy or Memoet better?
Neither is universally better. Memoet has the larger community, while Flashy is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Flashy and Memoet free and open-source?
Yes. Flashy is licensed under MIT and Memoet under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Flashy and Memoet with Docker?
Flashy: yes. Memoet: yes.