Comparison

Head Atlas vs NeuroCortex

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Head Atlas

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
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A growing library of tools for neuroanatomy learning and a dashboard with news and other resources.  The module “Skull&Intracranial Atlas” is a full 3D and Augmented Reality atlas for studying neuroanatomy on mobile devices. You can access more than 2500 labels and descriptions and use 3 different visualization tools to dissect (on 3 axes), isolate, explode anatomical structures.  This module provides a variety of scientific texts organized into three cognitive levels, from general overviews to highly specific definitions, to facilitate learning and memorization. Head Atlas also contains the module “ARTouch” where you can observe neuroanatomy in a hybrid way using a physical model called AnatomyTouch, available on the UpSurgeOn store. FEATURES * 3D and Augmented Reality neuroanatomy models * Every single structure (Skull bones, Vascular and nervous system) can be reached and interacted with. * It is possible to rotate models to any angles and zoom in and out * Hide structures to reveal the anatomy below and transparency functions on isolate view * Anatomical details organized into groups of labels and hotspots. * 2500+ labels and descriptions of details and sutures * Different neuroanatomical visualization tools  * New modules coming soon

About

NeuroCortex

Features
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Cortex helps you calculate the clinical scores most commonly used in neurosurgery and neurocritical care — quickly and fully offline. • Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) • Modified Rankin Scale (mRS) • Hunt-Hess Grade • WFNS SAH Grade • Modified Fisher Scale • ICH Score • Spetzler-Martin AVM Grade Features: - Fully offline; collects no data, requires no internet. - Instant calculation, color-coded severity, and literature interpretation. - A source reference for every score. - Dark theme, Turkish/English. IMPORTANT: Cortex is for educational purposes only. It does not provide treatment or dosing recommendations and does not replace clinical judgement. Always verify against the original source and your local protocols.

Screenshots

Head Atlas4 screens
NeuroCortex4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Head Atlas at every 5 days against NeuroCortex's every 3 weeks. Head Atlas also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (11.0 vs 16.4). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Head Atlas sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and NeuroCortex sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Head Atlas ships an update every 5 days, NeuroCortex every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 2, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Head Atlas versus NeuroCortex: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHead AtlasNeuroCortex
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (67 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings67 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS11.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size433 MB37 MB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperUpSurgeOnBilge SIPAHIOGLU

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Head Atlas

One-time1
  • Skull & Intracranial Atlas$8.99
1 purchases

NeuroCortex

One-time1
  • Pro Unlock$2.99

Questions

Is Head Atlas free?
Head Atlas is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is NeuroCortex free?
NeuroCortex is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Head Atlas or NeuroCortex have ads?
Neither Head Atlas nor NeuroCortex shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Head Atlas or NeuroCortex?
Head Atlas ships an update every 5 days, and NeuroCortex every 3 weeks. Most recently, Head Atlas was updated on November 2, 2026 and NeuroCortex on October 25, 2026.

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