# Visual Recall Challenge vs Pattern Memory Game

The clearest difference is ads: Visual Recall Challenge at none against Pattern Memory Game's shown. Visual Recall Challenge also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 33%) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). Pattern Memory Game's advantage is ratings volume (65 vs 6). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Visual Recall Challenge sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Pattern Memory Game sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Visual Recall Challenge holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pattern Memory Game has 65 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 67% of Visual Recall Challenge's written reviews are positive against 33% of Pattern Memory Game's.

Visual Recall Challenge ships an update every 2 months, Pattern Memory Game every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on July 8, 2026 and July 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Visual Recall Challenge | Pattern Memory Game |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-recall-challenge/id1012962523/reviews)** | [4.4 (65 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pattern-memory-game/id1347747325/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **65** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 33.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 34 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MagicDevs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/962673377) | [Lee Gray](https://appshunter.io/developer/1262899506) |

## What reviewers say

### Visual Recall Challenge

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/visual-recall-challenge/id1012962523)

Test your visual memory with this addictive puzzle game. Memorize patterns and match images through increasingly difficult levels. Improve your concentration and visual retention skills while having fun.

**Highlights:** Visual memory testing, Pattern memorization, Image matching, Progressive difficulty levels, Concentration training, Visual retention improvement

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


### Pattern Memory Game

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pattern-memory-game/id1347747325)

Test your memory with this addictive brain training game. Watch sequences of colorful tiles light up, then repeat the pattern. It's easy to learn but challenging to master, offering endless levels and a global leaderboard.

**Highlights:** Endless memory challenges, Brain training gameplay, Unique sequences, Global leaderboard, No sound distractions, Suitable for all ages

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove the annoying ads | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $2.99 | one-time |
| Unlocks All Levels | $3.99 | one-time |
| Unlock & Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Visual Recall Challenge free?

Visual Recall Challenge is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Pattern Memory Game free?

Pattern Memory Game is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Visual Recall Challenge or Pattern Memory Game?

Visual Recall Challenge is rated higher. Visual Recall Challenge averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Pattern Memory Game averages 4.4 from 65 ratings.

### Do Visual Recall Challenge or Pattern Memory Game have ads?

Pattern Memory Game shows ads; Visual Recall Challenge does not.

### Which is updated more often, Visual Recall Challenge or Pattern Memory Game?

Visual Recall Challenge ships an update every 2 months, and Pattern Memory Game every 4 months. Most recently, Visual Recall Challenge was updated on July 8, 2026 and Pattern Memory Game on July 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*