iPACES Studies vs BoCA Cognitive Assessment
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
iPACES Studies
Engage in neuro-exercises designed to enhance cognitive function. This application offers a preview of research-backed mental training or a pathway to join a scientific study.
- Cognitive function improvement
- Neuro-exercise training
- Research study participation
- Preview of mental exercises
- Designed for Apple Watch
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iPACES is under research for improving cognitive function through neuro-exercise. Play this app to get a preview or to apply to participate in a study.
BoCA Cognitive Assessment
Assess key brain functions like memory and attention from home in under 10 minutes. Track progress over time and compare results to others your age and gender. This science-based tool is developed by researchers and is HIPAA-compliant.
- Memory assessment
- Attention tracking
- Language evaluation
- Executive function monitoring
- Instant results
- Progress tracking
- Age and gender comparisons
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BoCA™ is a science-based brain health test. Check memory and attention at home in under 10 minutes—no appointment needed. Developed by researchers and trusted by professionals, BoCA™ helps you track 8 key brain functions: memory, focus, language, executive function, and more. Get instant results and see how your scores compare to others your age and gender. Test history is saved so you can monitor progress over time. Whether you're staying sharp or supporting a loved one, BoCA™ makes cognitive tracking simple, private, and secure. Completely free to use. HIPAA-compliant. No ads. No data sharing. Disclaimer: The BoCA™ Assessment is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for medical advice and treatment.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: iPACES Studies at every 3 weeks against BoCA Cognitive Assessment's every 4 months. iPACES Studies also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for iPACES Studies against 5.0 for BoCA Cognitive Assessment. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively.
iPACES Studies ships an update every 3 weeks, BoCA Cognitive Assessment every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | iPACES Studies | BoCA Cognitive Assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 3 |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 715 MB | 8 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | iPACES LLC | Boston Cognitive |
Customer experience
iPACES Studies
BoCA Cognitive Assessment
In-app purchases
iPACES Studies
No in-app purchases
BoCA Cognitive Assessment
No in-app purchases
