# CNS Tap Test vs ForceDecks

The clearest difference is price: ForceDecks at Free against CNS Tap Test's $1.99. ForceDecks also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 3 months) and device support (3 vs 1). CNS Tap Test's advantage is ratings volume (277 vs 4). On rating, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

ForceDecks is free to download; CNS Tap Test costs $1.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for CNS Tap Test against 4.5 for ForceDecks. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: CNS Tap Test has 277 ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

CNS Tap Test ships an update every 3 months, ForceDecks every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | CNS Tap Test | ForceDecks |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $1.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | **[4.6 (277 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cns-tap-test/id495396849/reviews)** | [4.5 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forcedecks/id1563317672/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **277** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 68.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 4 MB | 217 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [smudge.io PTY LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/426335181) | [Vald Performance Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1090291778) |

## What reviewers say

### CNS Tap Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cns-tap-test/id495396849)

This app measures central nervous system (CNS) status using a finger tapping test. Track your performance over time to identify optimal training days or potential fatigue, sickness, or injury.

**Highlights:** Measures central nervous system status, Tracks finger tapping speed, Establishes baseline performance, Identifies CNS fatigue, Graphs and saves test results, Allows for multiple daily samples

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and direct to use
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Great app for monitoring recovery
- 👍 Effective CNS testing tool
- 👍 Useful for assessing neural fatigue

**What reviewers complain about**

- 😞 Confusing interface
- 😞 Plain and not very useful
- 😞 No real information provided
- 😞 Not worth buying
- 😞 Data export issues

**Reported bugs**

- Cannot port data when switching iPhones

**Requested features**

- Add time of day to graphs
- Set parameters on graph
- Integrate data from sleep/step trackers
- Sync with calendar
- Option for 'best out of 3'


### ForceDecks

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/forcedecks/id1563317672)

This app wirelessly collects and analyzes neuromuscular strength data from a dual force plate system. It automates complex analysis and reporting, allowing for rapid testing and profile management. Data can be uploaded for historical comparison and advanced insights.

**Highlights:** Wireless data collection via Bluetooth, Neuromuscular strength analysis, Imbalance detection, Automated data analysis and reporting, Profile management, Rapid back-to-back testing

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is CNS Tap Test free?

CNS Tap Test costs $1.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ForceDecks free?

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

### Which has better reviews, CNS Tap Test or ForceDecks?

CNS Tap Test is rated higher. CNS Tap Test averages 4.6 out of 5 from 277 ratings, while ForceDecks averages 4.5 from 4 ratings.

### Do CNS Tap Test or ForceDecks have ads?

Neither CNS Tap Test nor ForceDecks shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, CNS Tap Test or ForceDecks?

CNS Tap Test ships an update every 3 months, and ForceDecks every 3 weeks. Most recently, CNS Tap Test was updated on October 19, 2026 and ForceDecks on October 14, 2026.

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