# Ape Test — Remember better than an ape > A memory training game based on chimpanzee cognitive tests. (iPhone/iPad app by Thorsten Seitz.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ape-test/id364929426 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Thorsten Seitz](https://appshunter.io/developer/364929429) - Category: Games, Health & Fitness, Trivia - Price: $0.99 - Rating: 3.50/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 11.0 · 20 MB - Languages: American English, German (Germany) - Released: 2010-04-01 - Data updated: 2026-06-10 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ape-test/id364929426/reviews.md ## What is Ape Test? Test and train your photographic memory! Can you keep up with the chimpanzee Ayumu? You have to memorize the positions of up to nine numbers within a very short time span. The chimpanzee Ayumu accomplishes this masterfully, even if he has seen the numbers for just 210 milliseconds. The human test persons undergoing the same test performed worse. What about you? What can you grasp with a glance? For training you can set longer time spans (and less than nine numbers). There is even a special setting for hiding the numbers only when the first one is touched. Ayumu did start his training like that, too, by the way (although he did have to learn first that numbers are ordered). You can track your progress with several statistics (Ayumu prefers raisins ;-). The application is based on real trials with chimpanzees which were performed in 2007 in Japan. ## Key features - Memorize number positions - Timed challenges - Progress tracking statistics - Adjustable training settings - Compare to chimpanzee performance - Based on real scientific trials ## Recent user reviews (8 of 8) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ape-test/id364929426/reviews.md ### 2/5 — No setting button? *2014-12-26* Why in any level other than infinity as soon as you make a mistake the numbers will not show again? Is this a bug or part of the game ?because it's pretty useless in those scenarios.also the sound can't be turned off .can it be fixed? I'm using iOS 7 on iPad ### 5/5 — Great! *2014-07-30* Thank you for making such nice app. ### 5/5 — An outstanding brain exercise *2013-07-09* I highly recommend this app to everyone! It is an excellent test of reaction time and is a challenge. This app is well-designed and is fun/addictive. I enjoy using it. ### 5/5 — Love It *2013-03-28* I Love this game very fun and very addictive. ### 5/5 — Review *2012-03-29* Great IQ test ### 5/5 — Great memory game *2011-11-12* This app works smoothly and I'd recommend it to anyone looking for good memory games. Letters and symbols should be added in addition to numbers. ### 5/5 — Beautifully done *2011-08-30* I love this app. I believe it to be a very worthwhile addition for anyone interested in working with their brain. I wish however, that the developer would consider adding levels of 6 and 8. That would make it more valuable for people who use it seriously. ### 5/5 — Awesome!!!!!!! *2011-06-05* This app is really addicting! I can't stop playing it! ## Frequently asked questions about Ape Test ### What is Ape Test? Ape Test is a game designed to challenge and train your photographic memory by memorizing number positions within short time spans, inspired by tests with chimpanzees. ### How does Ape Test compare to chimpanzee performance? The game is based on real trials where chimpanzees, like Ayumu, demonstrated impressive memory recall. You can test if you can keep up with their performance. ### Can I adjust the difficulty in Ape Test? Yes, you can set longer time spans and use fewer numbers for training. There's also a special setting where numbers are hidden only when you touch the first one. ### Does Ape Test track my progress? Yes, the application provides several statistics to track your progress, allowing you to monitor your memory improvement over time. ### What devices is Ape Test available on? Ape Test is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. ### How much does Ape Test cost? Ape Test is a paid application, priced at $0.99. ### Is Ape Test suitable for children? Ape Test has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for younger players and adults alike. ### How often is Ape Test updated? The latest version of Ape Test is 5.0, and it was last updated on May 28, 2022. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 5.0 — 2022-05-28 Recompiled with current frameworks to be allowed back on App Store. ### 4.3 — 2017-12-30 Support for iPhone X Note: this version requires iOS 11 ### 4.2 — 2014-10-16 Adapted for iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 plus: - fixes for larger screen sizes - added higher resolution graphics for iPhone 6 plus - increased number field sizes for iPhone 6 plus ### 4.1 — 2013-10-17 Fixed a bug preventing the appearance of the numbers on iPad (many thanks to Mr Zengin for his bug report and his support in finding the bug!). ### 4.0.1 — 2013-10-05 New App Store icon matching the new iOS 7 design. ## More apps by Thorsten Seitz - [Ape Test Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ape-test-lite/id372591179) - [Letter Wheel](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/letter-wheel/id596061893) - [My Collected Recipes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-collected-recipes/id1027953178) All apps by Thorsten Seitz: https://appshunter.io/developer/364929429 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*