# Tricky test vs Brain Test 3

The clearest difference is rating: Brain Test 3 at 4.8 against Tricky test's 4.3. Brain Test 3 also leads on ratings volume (27K vs 38) and chart position (#175 vs unranked). Tricky test's advantage is iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads 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 3 sells 8 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brain Test 3 holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brain Test 3 has 27K 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 59% of Brain Test 3's.

Tricky test ships an update every 6 weeks, Brain Test 3 every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Tricky test | Brain Test 3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (38 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-test-get-smart/id1209441190/reviews) | **[4.8 (27K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-3-tricky-quests/id1569102341/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 38 | **27K** |
| Positive reviews | 57.4% of reviews | **59.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#175** |
| Size | 24 MB | 251 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 3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-3-tricky-quests/id1569102341)

**Currently charting:** #175 Top Free · Trivia (US App Store)

Embark on an epic adventure filled with tricky puzzles and brain teasers. Help Alyx collect power gems, solve riddles, and interact with characters through dialogue and a workshop building system. This offline game offers a challenging yet relaxing brain workout.

**Highlights:** Tricky brain teasers and riddles, Epic story-driven adventure, Inventory system with item merging, Interactive dialogue and chat levels, Workshop building and development, Improved hint and help systems

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Bulbs | $0.99 | one-time |
| 250 Bulbs | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Bulbs | $2.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |
| Offer Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Adventure Pack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Magic Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Bulbs | $6.95 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤩 Engaging story and characters
- 🧠 Challenging yet fun puzzles
- 👍 Intuitive gameplay
- 🎨 Visually appealing graphics

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤖 Too many ads interrupting gameplay
- 🕰️ Levels can be too easy and short
- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- 📱 Issues with in-app purchases and ad removal

**Reported bugs**

- Levels not progressing properly after completion
- Hint system not functioning correctly
- Ads not closing or skipping as expected
- Compatibility issues on certain devices

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Customization options for characters and settings
- Difficulty settings to adjust challenge level
- Improved ad management and removal


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Tricky test free?

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

### Is Brain Test 3 free?

Brain Test 3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Tricky test or Brain Test 3?

Brain Test 3 is rated higher. Tricky test averages 4.3 out of 5 from 38 ratings, while Brain Test 3 averages 4.8 from 27K ratings.

### Do Tricky test or Brain Test 3 have ads?

Both Tricky test and Brain Test 3 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Tricky test or Brain Test 3?

Tricky test ships an update every 6 weeks, and Brain Test 3 every 4 weeks. Most recently, Tricky test was updated on September 22, 2026 and Brain Test 3 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.*