Cognitio vs Factly
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Cognitio
This app offers a system of interactive games and tasks designed to improve cognitive skills like memory, concentration, and problem-solving. It leverages neuroscience breakthroughs to create fun mental fitness exercises.
- Interactive brain games
- Tasks for reading, writing, speaking
- Exercises memory and concentration
- Improves calculation and problem-solving
- Enhances mental agility
- Based on neuroscience
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Sharpen your mind in just 5 minutes a day. Cognitio combines fresh daily articles with science-inspired brain games. Read something new every morning—then challenge your memory, focus, and thinking with short exercises you can finish on your commute or with your coffee. WHAT YOU READ • Tip of the Day — practical ideas to think clearer • Vocabulary — words with pronunciation • Art, History, Science, Books, Poetry, Riddles • Save favorites to read again anytime WHAT YOU PLAY • 13 brain games: Quiz, Schulte Table, Stroop, Memory Cards, N-Back, Pattern, and more • Free games every day + one premium game unlocked daily • Track your progress and build a daily streak WHY COGNITIO Unlike reflex-only brain apps, Cognitio focuses on real knowledge and curiosity. Reading and mental exercise work together—like training muscles, your brain stays stronger when you use it regularly. FREE TO START • Most daily topics included • Core brain games free (Math, Pattern, Letter Among Digits) • One premium game free each day PREMIUM • All topics and all 13 games • No ads • 7-day free trial, then monthly or yearly subscription • Cancel anytime in App Store settings Build a daily learning habit. Open Cognitio, read, play, and grow. Questions or feedback? Contact us from the app menu—we read every message. Upgrade to the Premium version and get unlimited access to all games without ads! — Subscription payments will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of your purchase and upon commencement of each renewal term. Subscription with a free trial period will automatically renew to a paid subscription. You can cancel your subscription or free trial in the iTunes settings at least 24-hours before the end of the free trial period. The cancellation will take effect the day after the last day of the current subscription period and you will be downgraded to the free service. — Please note: any unused portion of a free trial period (if offered) will be forfeited when you purchase a premium subscription during the free trial period. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://oxfrd.ru/privacy_eng.php
Factly
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Factly – Learn Something New Every Day Discover the joy of learning with Factly, a beautifully designed app that transforms everyday moments into opportunities for discovery. Factly delivers fascinating, bite-sized facts in a calm, distraction-free experience—now with interactive learning, achievements, and progress tracking. Learn, Decide, and Reflect Factly goes beyond passive reading. Engage with each fact by swiping left or right to rate it as true or false. This simple interaction encourages critical thinking while helping you build a personal knowledge history. All activity is stored locally and works completely offline. What You'll Discover Fascinating, Curated Facts Explore hundreds of carefully selected facts across science, history, nature, space, technology, and more. Every fact includes a category and a link to search for more information on Google. Facts are chosen to be interesting, memorable, and spark curiosity about the world around you. Filter by Category Focus on what interests you most. Filter facts by topic—science, history, nature, tech, and more—so you can dive deeper into the subjects you love. Interactive Fact Rating Swipe right to mark a fact as true or left to mark it as false. Enjoy smooth animations and instant visual feedback that make learning feel active and rewarding. Achievements and Progress Stay motivated with 11 unique achievements that celebrate your learning milestones. Unlock badges, build streaks, and track your progress as you return day after day. Personal Profile Dashboard View your learning journey at a glance with detailed statistics, streak tracking, achievement history, and progression titles that reflect your curiosity and dedication. Daily Streaks Build a consistent learning habit by opening Factly each day. Maintain your streak, celebrate milestones, and turn curiosity into a daily ritual. Pin Facts Store facts that you just can't get enough of to your profile to view at any time. Works Completely Offline All facts are bundled directly in the app. No internet connection required. Learn anywhere—on a plane, on the subway, or completely off the grid. Privacy First by Design No account required. No personal data collected. No analytics or tracking. Your learning experience is completely private and stored locally on your device. Clean, Minimal Design Enjoy a focused reading experience with large, legible typography, smooth interactions, and a warm, modern interface designed to reduce distractions. Perfect For - Curious minds who love trivia and interesting facts - Anyone looking for quick daily mental stimulation - Students who enjoy learning beyond the classroom - Trivia enthusiasts and quiz lovers - People seeking meaningful, enriching screen time Why Factly? In a world of endless scrolling and information overload, Factly offers something intentional: thoughtful, bite-sized learning that respects your time, attention, and privacy. Every fact is selected to inform, surprise, and inspire curiosity. Whether you have a minute or a few moments, Factly helps turn idle time into something meaningful. Start Your Learning Journey Open Factly, swipe through a fact, and discover something new today. No sign-ups, no pressure—just curiosity and the simple joy of learning, one fact at a time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Factly at none against Cognitio's 2. Factly also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Cognitio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Factly asks for nothing beyond the download.
Cognitio ships an update every 2 months, Factly every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Cognitio | Factly |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Every 3 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.1 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 14 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nikita Shlapatskiy | Ryan Fischback |
In-app purchases
Cognitio
- One Month Premium7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- One Year Premium7 Days trial$29.491 Year
Factly
No in-app purchases









