# Tricky test vs Brain Test 2

The clearest difference is rating: Brain Test 2 at 4.8 against Tricky test's 4.3. Brain Test 2 also leads on ratings volume (228K vs 38) and chart position (#57 vs unranked). Tricky test's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Tricky test sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Brain Test 2 sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brain Test 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brain Test 2 has 228K ratings behind it against 38, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of Tricky test's written reviews are positive against 67% of Brain Test 2's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tricky test | Brain Test 2 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-test-get-smart/id1209441190/reviews) | **[4.8 (228K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-2-tricky-stories/id1509517244/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **228K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.4% of reviews | **67.4% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#57** |
| Size | 24 MB | 262 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 15.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Dzmitry Maiseyenka](https://appshunter.io/developer/622020193) | [UNICO STUDIO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1467451326) |

## What reviewers say

### Tricky test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-test-get-smart/id1209441190)

Engage your mind with a collection of over 130 creative and unusual puzzles. This game challenges your observation and non-standard logic, requiring you to think outside the box and utilize your phone's unique capabilities to solve difficult tasks.

**Highlights:** 130 creative puzzles, Develops non-standard logic, Tests observation skills, Utilizes phone features, Unusual and idiotic tasks

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium week | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium month | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium month | $12.99 | per 7 days |
| 500 scores | $0.99 | one-time |
| Remove ads | $0.99 | one-time |


### Brain Test 2

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-2-tricky-stories/id1509517244)

**Currently charting:** #57 Top Free · Trivia, #95 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

Engage your mind with hundreds of new, tricky puzzles and riddles. This game offers a variety of story-based challenges that require out-of-the-box thinking and problem-solving skills. It's an addictive brain exercise suitable for all ages.

**Highlights:** Tricky and mind-blowing brain teasers, Unexpected game answers, Story-based puzzles, Fun for all ages, Offline gameplay, Challenging riddles

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

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Package | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 250 Lamps | $1.99 | one-time |
| Big Brain | $2.99 | one-time |
| 500 Lamps | $2.99 | one-time |
| Coolest Offer (750 Bulbs) | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Lamps | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coolest Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Best Choice | $7.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Lamps | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Awesome game
- 🧠 Challenges the brain
- 👍 Fun and enjoyable
- 🤔 Interesting stories and characters
- 🤓 Helps improve problem-solving skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Too many ads
- 🤷‍♀️ Hints are not very helpful
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 🤔 Some levels are too difficult
- 🙄 Inappropriate ads

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not registering player actions
- App crashing or freezing
- Ads not loading properly
- Hints not working as expected
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and new stories
- Reduce the number of ads
- Improve the quality of hints
- Fix bugs and glitches
- Add more diverse characters and representation


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tricky test free?

Tricky test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Brain Test 2 free?

Brain Test 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tricky test or Brain Test 2?

Brain Test 2 is rated higher. Tricky test averages 4.3 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while Brain Test 2 averages 4.8 from 228K ratings.

### Do Tricky test or Brain Test 2 have ads?

Both Tricky test and Brain Test 2 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tricky test or Brain Test 2?

Tricky test ships an update every 6 weeks, and Brain Test 2 every 6 weeks. Most recently, Tricky test was updated on September 22, 2026 and Brain Test 2 on September 24, 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.*