# Cognitive Test vs Brain Training

The clearest difference is rating: Brain Training at 4.2 against Cognitive Test's 1.0. Brain Training also leads on ratings volume (1.2K vs 23). Cognitive Test's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 10) and iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.1). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brain Training sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Cognitive Test asks for nothing beyond the download.

Brain Training holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brain Training has 1.2K ratings behind it against 23, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 6% and 7% positive.

Cognitive Test ships an update every 5 weeks, Brain Training every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and November 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Cognitive Test | Brain Training |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [1.0 (23 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cognitive-test/id1513047531/reviews) | **[4.2 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-training-brainbloom/id6474031189/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 23 | **1.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 6.3% of reviews | **6.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 14 MB | 187 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Robert Elliott](https://appshunter.io/developer/1513047530) | [APPLYFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811605125) |

## What reviewers say

### Cognitive Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cognitive-test/id1513047531)

Engage in a variety of cognitive tests designed to assess different mental abilities. Explore 10 distinct challenges including reaction time, memory, logic, and vocabulary to understand your cognitive strengths.

**Highlights:** Reaction time test, Quiz challenges, Working memory assessment, Pairing and Stroop tests, Matrices and Trails puzzles, Vocabulary and Symbols tests

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Brain Training

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-training-brainbloom/id6474031189)

Enhance cognitive abilities with logic games, mental recall exercises, and brain puzzles. This app offers a variety of mind games and assessments to improve focus, attention, and critical thinking skills for personal growth and mental sharpness.

**Highlights:** Logic games, Mental recall exercises, Brain puzzles, ADHD games, Skillz games, IQ assessments, Personality insights

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BrainBloom Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| BrainBloom Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| BraimBloom Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| BrainBloom Month Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| BraimBloom Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| BrainBloom Quarter | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good challenging app
- 🚀 The Brain Training Challenge

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cancellation does not work
- 🐛 Scam
- 🐛 Boring
- 🐛 Multiple fraudulent charges
- 🐛 This app is a fraud

**Reported bugs**

- Every time I get on it wants me to repeat from the beginning
- 2 games are broken, and only 3 work
- Broken games waste of money
- You do not get the games it shows

**Requested features**

- Welcome help cancelling app when I found I could no longer afford the monthly charge


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Cognitive Test free?

Cognitive Test is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Brain Training free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Cognitive Test or Brain Training?

Brain Training is rated higher. Cognitive Test averages 1.0 out of 5 from 23 ratings, while Brain Training averages 4.2 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Cognitive Test or Brain Training have ads?

Neither Cognitive Test nor Brain Training shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Cognitive Test or Brain Training?

Cognitive Test ships an update every 5 weeks, and Brain Training every 3 weeks. Most recently, Cognitive Test was updated on November 3, 2026 and Brain Training on November 12, 2026.

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