# BrainExplain vs Head Atlas

The clearest difference is rating: Head Atlas at 4.5 against BrainExplain's 3.0. Head Atlas also leads on ratings volume (67 vs 2). BrainExplain's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 11.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Head Atlas sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. BrainExplain asks for nothing beyond the download.

Head Atlas holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Head Atlas has 67 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

BrainExplain ships an update weekly, Head Atlas every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on September 16, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BrainExplain | Head Atlas |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainexplain/id1104442847/reviews) | **[4.5 (67 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-atlas/id1193542468/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **67** |
| Positive reviews | — | 85.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Weekly | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 289 MB | 433 MB |
| Requires iOS | **6.0** | 11.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Cheryl Montgomery](https://appshunter.io/developer/611176285) | [UpSurgeOn](https://appshunter.io/developer/1193542467) |

## What reviewers say

### BrainExplain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainexplain/id1104442847)

Explore a 3D model of the human brain, highlighting specific regions and their functions. Gain insights into emotions, mental health, and treatment by viewing the brain from multiple perspectives.

**Highlights:** 3D human brain model, Highlighting of specific brain regions, Descriptions of region functions, Multiple viewing perspectives, Understanding emotions and mental health

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Head Atlas

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/head-atlas/id1193542468)

Explore detailed 3D and Augmented Reality models of neuroanatomy. This app offers over 2500 labels and descriptions with interactive dissection tools to aid learning. It also integrates with physical models for a hybrid learning experience.

**Highlights:** 3D and Augmented Reality neuroanatomy models, Interactive dissection tools (3 axes), Over 2500 labels and descriptions, Hide and transparency functions, Hybrid learning with physical models, Multiple visualization tools

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Skull & Intracranial Atlas | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BrainExplain free?

BrainExplain is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Head Atlas free?

Head Atlas is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BrainExplain or Head Atlas?

Head Atlas is rated higher. BrainExplain averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Head Atlas averages 4.5 from 67 ratings.

### Do BrainExplain or Head Atlas have ads?

Neither BrainExplain nor Head Atlas shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BrainExplain or Head Atlas?

BrainExplain ships an update weekly, and Head Atlas every 5 days. Most recently, BrainExplain was updated on September 16, 2026 and Head Atlas on September 28, 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.*