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Histia: World History Facts vs Pliny

Both stand on history learning apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

Histia: World History Facts

Free plan iPhone

Histia offers short-form history content with narration, quizzes, and a time-spanning map, alongside progress tracking. Readers should note its content caveat and that the app is not a full course or exam-preparation tool.

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Pliny

Free plan AndroidiPhone

Pliny offers structured history topics, short readings, and quizzes, with a timed exam at the end of each completed topic. Its available topic list is limited for now, and Premium's price is not provided.

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The facts

	Histia: World History Facts	Pliny
Free plan	Yes	Yes
Open source	Not published	Not published
Runs on	iPhone	Android, iPhone
Lowest paid plan	Monthly premium: $7.99 a month	Free or on request
Plans published	3	1
Maker	Not published	Not published
Website	histiaapp.com	almanacstudios.co.uk
On history learning apps	#6 of 26	#15 of 26

Histia: World History Facts: what it does well

Offers stories, daily facts, narration, and quizzes.
Historical map spans 3000 BCE to 2025.
Tracks favorites, streaks, and learning progress.
Articles link sources and describe unsettled evidence.
Free to download.

What to know first

Requires iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 or later.
Available in English.
Some map markers are marked as coming soon.
Educational material may contain inaccuracies or unintended biases.

Pliny: what it does well

Short lessons are described as five-minute reads.
Optional narration is available.
Quizzes unlock chapters at 80% or higher.
Progress tracking and review quizzes are included.
Free plan gives five gems daily.

What to know first

The app is in early release.
Ancient Rome and World War II are coming soon.
Users who opt out of ad personalization still see less-personalized ads.

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