The short answer
Choose Anki for custom note types, templates and detailed control. Choose Easy Peasy when you want a Russian-language mobile app with ready-made English decks and minimal setup.
Comparison
| Criterion | Anki | Easy Peasy English |
|---|---|---|
| Getting started | Create or import material | 74 ready-made decks included |
| Flexibility | Note types, templates, fields, options and add-ons | Focused word/phrase, translation, example and audio workflow |
| FSRS | Built into current clients and configurable | Part of the standard workflow without manual scheduler setup |
| Directions | Depend on the card types you create | EN → RU and RU → EN built into the product |
| Platforms | Desktop, web and mobile ecosystem | iOS and Android |
| Best fit | Learners who want control over the card system | Russian-speaking learners who want a simple vocabulary trainer |
When to choose Anki
- you are building a specialised or complex knowledge base;
- you need custom fields, templates or formatting;
- you want to control presets and scheduler parameters;
- a desktop workflow and broad ecosystem are important.
The official Anki manual describes cards as question–answer pairs and supports creating your own material when explanation and context matter.
When to choose Easy Peasy English
- you need ready content for Russian-speaking learners;
- you do not want to configure note types and templates;
- you prefer a calm mobile interface;
- you want separate EN → RU and RU → EN practice;
- a focused vocabulary trainer is enough.
Can you use both?
Yes. You might keep specialist work or exam cards in Anki and use Easy Peasy for ready-made spoken-English topics. Avoid duplicating the same vocabulary in two daily queues without a reason: it adds workload but not necessarily better practice.
Sources
Anki features were checked against the official manual sections on cards, decks and creating material and FSRS options. Easy Peasy English facts come from the current build and the official product facts page.
Anki is a project of its respective developers. This independent page is not affiliated with Anki and does not compare prices.
Want to start without importing?
Open a ready-made topic and complete the first review queue.