Head Atlas vs NeuroCortex
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
NeuroCortex
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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.
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Verdict
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
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.
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.
| Parameter | Head Atlas | NeuroCortex |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (67 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 85.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 67 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 11.0 — better | 16.4 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 433 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 12+ | 17+ |
| Developer | UpSurgeOn | Bilge SIPAHIOGLU |
In-app purchases
Head Atlas
- Skull & Intracranial Atlas$8.99
NeuroCortex
- Pro Unlock$2.99









