# Lumosity vs Elevate

Lumosity and Elevate both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 79% of Lumosity's written reviews are positive against 59% of Elevate's. Lumosity also leads on iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). Elevate's advantage is ratings volume (542K vs 130K). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Lumosity sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $11.99 per month and Elevate sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. 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 Lumosity against 4.8 for Elevate. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 130K and 542K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Lumosity's written reviews are positive against 59% of Elevate's.

Lumosity ships an update every 5 days, Elevate weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Lumosity | Elevate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (130K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumosity-brain-training-games/id577232024/reviews) | **[4.8 (542K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevate-brain-training-games/id875063456/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 130K | **542K** |
| Positive reviews | **79.2% of reviews** | 58.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | #68 | **#29** |
| Size | 257 MB | 572 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lumos Labs, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/297628735) | [The Mind Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/875063459) |

## What reviewers say

### Lumosity

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lumosity-brain-training-games/id577232024)

**Currently charting:** #68 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a variety of science-based brain games and puzzles designed to improve memory, attention, and problem-solving skills. Personalized daily workouts and detailed performance insights help you track progress and achieve cognitive goals.

**Highlights:** 40+ adaptive brain games, Daily personalized workout plans, Performance insights, Progress tracking, Fit Test for baseline scores, Games by skill category

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lumosity Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Lumosity Premium | $11.99 | per month |
| Lumosity Premium | $35.99 | per year |
| Lumosity Premium | $54.99 | per year |
| Lumosity Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Lumosity Premium | $89.00 | per year |
| Lumosity Premium | $89.00 | per year |
| One Month Subscription | $14.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Challenging and engaging games
- 👍 Helps improve cognitive abilities
- 🧠 Effective brain training
- 💡 Variety of games and exercises
- 🧠 Noticeable improvements in memory and focus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔒 Limited access to features without premium
- 🐛 Glitches and performance issues
- 🤔 Frustrating difficulty progression
- 🤔 Repetitive and unengaging at higher levels

**Reported bugs**

- Login and account issues
- Inconsistent performance across devices
- Syncing problems between mobile and desktop
- Unreliable customer support

**Requested features**

- More free games and content
- Ability to slow down or adjust game difficulty
- Better performance and stability
- More detailed progress tracking and insights
- Ability to compete with friends


### Elevate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevate-brain-training-games/id875063456)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Free · Education, #36 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Enhance cognitive abilities like focus, memory, and math skills with a personalized daily training program. Improve productivity, earning power, and self-confidence through engaging brain games designed by experts.

**Highlights:** 40+ brain training games, Performance tracking, Personalized workouts, Adaptive difficulty, Workout calendar, Vocabulary expansion, Math problem solving

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elevate Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Elevate Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Elevate Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Elevate Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Elevate Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Elevate Subscription | $21.99 | per year |
| 1 Year With 7-Day Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year with 14-Day Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| Elevate Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Elevate Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective brain training
- 👍 Enjoyable and engaging games
- ✨ Improves cognitive abilities
- 💡 Customizable training
- 🧠 Helps with memory, math, and reading skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- ⏱️ Overly focused on speed rather than learning
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🇺🇸 US-centric content not suitable for all users
- 🤔 Confusing scoring system and progress tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues after app updates
- Inability to restore purchases
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- More diverse game selection
- Better explanations for incorrect answers
- Ability to review past performance
- Customizable difficulty levels
- Metric system support for non-US users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Lumosity free?

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

### Is Elevate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Lumosity or Elevate?

Elevate is rated higher. Lumosity averages 4.7 out of 5 from 130K ratings, while Elevate averages 4.8 from 542K ratings.

### Do Lumosity or Elevate have ads?

Both Lumosity and Elevate show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Lumosity or Elevate?

Lumosity ships an update every 5 days, and Elevate weekly. Most recently, Lumosity was updated on September 24, 2026 and Elevate on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Lumosity or Elevate?

Lumosity currently peaks at #68 in the App Store charts, and Elevate at #29. 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.*