Cram
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VisitCram vs SparkNotes
SparkNotes
7.1#6 in study guide websitesFrom $20.99 a yearFree planiOSWeb
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Cram | SparkNotes |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | FlashcardExchange.com, the predecessor to Cram.com, began in January 2001. | 1999 |
| Headquarters | Menlo Park, California, United States | New York, New York, United States |
| Purpose | Cram is a flashcard platform for creating, studying and sharing digital flashcards. | SparkNotes provides summaries, analyses, and quizzes to help people understand schoolwork, write essays, and prepare for exams. |
Cram plans
- FreeFree
SparkNotes plans
- FreeFree
- SparkNotes PLUS Monthly$5.99 a month
- SparkNotes PLUS Group Annual (50–99 accounts)$20.99 a year
- SparkNotes PLUS Group Annual (2–49 accounts)$22.49 a year
- SparkNotes PLUS Annual$29.99 a year
- Customized group planPriced on request
Pick Cram if…
Cram suits learners who want to create their own flashcards or use existing sets across mobile and desktop. Its offline study option may also suit people who need to review without an internet connection.
Pick SparkNotes if…
SparkNotes suits students looking for literature and subject guides, quizzes, or AP English practice, as well as teachers seeking lesson plans and worksheets. Its free plan provides access to study guides without sign-up.