Why fact apps repeat the same facts, and what to use instead
Fact apps repeat themselves mainly because they pick at random from the whole list every time. If the app doesn't record what you've already seen, the same card comes back surprisingly fast. The fix is an app that remembers what you've read and won't show a fact again until you've seen them all.
Three reasons facts repeat
- Random picks: with no seen-list, duplicates show up after a few dozen swipes.
- A small free pool: free users get a few categories, so the same cards cycle.
- No history: likes and seen facts are behind a paywall, so nobody knows what you've read.
Checklist for a no-repeat facts app
| Feature | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Seen facts | No repeats until you've read them all |
| Progress | Shows how far you are |
| Categories | All open for free |
| Favorites | Viewable again without paying |
| Sources | A source on every fact |
How FactQuest does it
FactQuest remembers the ID of every fact you've seen and won't repeat one until you've read all 311, with a progress bar to show how far you are. All 8 categories, favorites and quiz history are free. Read that "pajamas" comes from Persian and Urdu words meaning "leg garment" (Merriam-Webster), and that card stays away until you've seen the rest.
Facts without repeats, each with a source
Get FactQuest on Google Play