# Brainstorm Test vs Tricky Mean3

Brainstorm Test and Tricky Mean3 both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 50% of Tricky Mean3's written reviews are positive against 16% of Brainstorm Test's. Tricky Mean3 also leads on update cadence (every 11 days vs monthly). Brainstorm Test's advantage is ratings volume (8.3K vs 53) and chart position (#27 vs #193). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainstorm Test sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Tricky Mean3 sells 7 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Brainstorm Test against 4.7 for Tricky Mean3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainstorm Test has 8.3K ratings behind it against 53, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 16% of Brainstorm Test's written reviews are positive against 50% of Tricky Mean3's.

Brainstorm Test ships an update monthly, Tricky Mean3 every 11 days. Both last shipped on October 23, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainstorm Test | Tricky Mean3 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (8.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainstorm-test-tricky-puzzle/id1602077913/reviews) | **[4.7 (53 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-mean3/id6775674610/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.3K** | 53 |
| Positive reviews | 15.7% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 11 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#27** | #193 |
| Size | 322 MB | 632 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Tribom Games](https://appshunter.io/developer/1792165246) | [ONIGIRI GAMES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1743157578) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainstorm Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainstorm-test-tricky-puzzle/id1602077913)

**Currently charting:** #27 Top Free · Trivia, #162 Top Grossing · Trivia (US App Store)

Engage your mind with original riddles and tricky puzzles designed to challenge your analytical and creative thinking. This game offers a fun way to improve memory, reflexes, and problem-solving skills through unique levels and unexpected solutions.

**Highlights:** Unique levels, Tricky riddles and puzzles, Easy gameplay, Simple user interface, Offline play, Unexpected answers

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diamond Membership | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 100 gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| 300 gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $6.99 | one-time |
| 1000 gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2000 Gems | $17.99 | one-time |
| 3000 Gems | $23.99 | one-time |
| Royal Unlimited | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Fun game
- 💡 Keeps brain healthy
- 🚀 Surprisingly fun

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Too many ads
- 🐛 Hints/features not working
- 🔁 Repeating games
- 🔁 Progress reset

**Reported bugs**

- Hints/features not working
- Progress reset

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Improved reward system


### Tricky Mean3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tricky-mean3/id6775674610)

**Currently charting:** #193 Top Free · Trivia (US App Store)

Engage in a unique puzzle game by manipulating on-screen items to reveal hidden changes and solve intricate illustrations. This installment offers new stages and mechanics, building on the series' signature interactive gameplay.

**Highlights:** Move items to discover changes, Solve hidden illustration puzzles, New stages and gameplay mechanics, Unique puzzles in each stage, Short play sessions

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ◯Hint item5 | $1.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item10 | $2.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item20 | $5.99 | one-time |
| VIP PACK | $5.99 | one-time |
| SUPER VIP PACK | $9.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item50 | $14.99 | one-time |
| ◯Hint item100 | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainstorm Test free?

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

### Is Tricky Mean3 free?

Tricky Mean3 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Brainstorm Test or Tricky Mean3?

Tricky Mean3 is rated higher. Brainstorm Test averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.3K ratings, while Tricky Mean3 averages 4.7 from 53 ratings.

### Do Brainstorm Test or Tricky Mean3 have ads?

Both Brainstorm Test and Tricky Mean3 show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainstorm Test or Tricky Mean3?

Brainstorm Test ships an update monthly, and Tricky Mean3 every 11 days. Most recently, Brainstorm Test was updated on October 23, 2026 and Tricky Mean3 on October 23, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Brainstorm Test or Tricky Mean3?

Brainstorm Test currently peaks at #27 in the App Store charts, and Tricky Mean3 at #193. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*