As I progress further into my university career, I have come to realize that there is an overwhelming number of organizational apps out there; however, thanks to some fellow Innisians, I have compiled a list of Innis College’s favourites and given them my full, unbiased review to help find the one that works best for you!

Quizlet

I have been using Quizlet for years and I can wholeheartedly say that this is one of the best studying apps on the market – particularly if you are in classes that are memorization-intensive. This app extends past your classic two-sided flashcards and implements several tools like the “Learn” or “Practice Test” functions that allow you to examine your course material from every angle. The only downside is that it is riddled with advertisements. Nonetheless, if you are okay with clicking “Skip Ad” every twenty flashcards, you have a solid study buddy on your hands.

Anki

Anki came highly recommended from our student body and it is easy to see why. Anki is a free app that allows you to fully customize your flashcards like you would by hand, but without the environmental waste. The software is initially not the most user friendly, but after a few YouTube videos, you should be able to wrap your mind around the platform. This app is a great alternative to other flashcard apps on the market, and its customizable features make it very attractive for students of all academic backgrounds.

My Study Life

My Study Life has been a dark horse throughout this testing process: in my opinion, this free desktop app is an apt substitute for even the most bujo-crazed stationery fanatics. With the ability to input your classes directly from your school calendar, colour code your tasks by class and importance, while also implementing sliders that track each task through every stage of its completion, this app is perfect for the student who needs their school life laid out in front of them. It’s near impossible to procrastinate a project with this tech at your fingertips!

Forest

When I polled the masses, I got many requests to review Forest; a mobile app that has risen to popularity for its innovative premise and animal crossing aesthetic. Its strategy is simple: you use the app to focus on a task, thereby planting a seed; the longer you spend on a task, the larger your forest can grow. I will admit, the innovation is amazing – you almost feel as if you’re letting down your plant family if you get lazy – however, considering Forest is a paid app ($2.79 on the App Store), I do believe that there are hundreds of free , albeit less pretty, apps on the market that can deliver the exact same results.