# POP Math Cards vs BRN

The clearest difference is review sentiment: POP Math Cards at 100% against BRN's 17%. POP Math Cards also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and ads (none vs shown). BRN's advantage is price (Free vs $1.99) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 25 months). On device support there is nothing between them.

BRN is free to download; POP Math Cards costs $1.99 up front. BRN sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. POP Math Cards asks for nothing beyond the download.

POP Math Cards holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BRN has 235 ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of POP Math Cards's written reviews are positive against 17% of BRN's.

POP Math Cards ships an update every 25 months, BRN every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | POP Math Cards | BRN |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[5.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pop-math-cards/id1495261235/reviews)** | [4.5 (235 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brn-brain-training-games/id1521846241/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 13 | **235** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 17.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 25 months | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Paid** | Subscription |
| Size | 210 MB | 599 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Justin Hopkins](https://appshunter.io/developer/1495261234) | [Sharply Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1107289500) |

## What reviewers say

### POP Math Cards

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pop-math-cards/id1495261235)

Engage in enjoyable math quizzes with flashcards covering addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Progress through levels, unlock new game customizations, and achieve weekly learning objectives. The app adapts difficulty and offers accessibility features for a personalized learning experience.

**Highlights:** Math flashcard quizzes, Multiple game modes, Progress tracking and leveling, Unlockable customizations, Weekly learning objectives, Adaptive difficulty, Accessibility features

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### BRN

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brn-brain-training-games/id1521846241)

Enhance your cognitive abilities with a variety of engaging games and exercises designed to improve memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. Personalized training programs adapt to your goals and pace, suitable for all ages. Track your progress and unlock your mind's full potential.

**Highlights:** Diverse brain training game selection, Personalized training programs, Age-inclusive gameplay, Progress tracking, Logic puzzles and IQ tests

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited PRO Access | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited PRO Access | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlimited PRO Access | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great customer service
- 🧠 Addresses brain activities
- 🤝 Partnership with AppAdvice

**What reviewers complain about**

- ❌ Cannot get back in after premium
- ❌ App doesn't open/crashes
- ❌ Subscription issues for old users
- ❌ Large app size
- ❌ Ads are rough

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot get back in after premium subscription
- App freezes at logo screen
- App does not open
- App crashes on launch
- Follow Pro stops working

**Requested features**

- Optimize app size
- Fix bugs in games (Atoms, Follow Pro)
- Improve game instructions


## Frequently asked questions

### Is POP Math Cards free?

POP Math Cards costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is BRN free?

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

### Which has better reviews, POP Math Cards or BRN?

POP Math Cards is rated higher. POP Math Cards averages 5.0 out of 5 from 13 ratings, while BRN averages 4.5 from 235 ratings.

### Do POP Math Cards or BRN have ads?

BRN shows ads; POP Math Cards does not.

### Which is updated more often, POP Math Cards or BRN?

POP Math Cards ships an update every 25 months, and BRN every 5 days. Most recently, POP Math Cards was updated on October 29, 2026 and BRN on October 29, 2026.

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