# BrainGain vs PopsAcad

BrainGain and PopsAcad are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Both are free to download. BrainGain sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and PopsAcad sells 10 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | BrainGain | PopsAcad |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/braingain-iq-brain-training/id6475691697/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | — |
| Positive reviews | 61.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 219 MB | 144 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.5** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [AIBY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458102137) | [PAVI PUBLICATION PRIVATE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1790866777) |

## What reviewers say

### BrainGain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/braingain-iq-brain-training/id6475691697)

Engage in daily brain training with adaptive games and mental tests designed to improve memory, focus, problem-solving, math, and language skills. Choose short bursts or longer sessions to fit your schedule and track your progress.

**Highlights:** Adaptive cognitive games, Daily brain workouts, Build memory and focus, Improve math and language skills, Problem-solving exercises, Mental tests and assessments, Progress tracking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Helpful brain exercises
- 🧠 Keeps mind active
- 🧠 Improves memory and focus
- 🧠 Enjoyable and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Requires payment to access full features
- 🔍 Limited free trial
- 🔍 Unclear subscription details
- 🐛 Technical issues and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Games freezing or not progressing
- Touchscreen responsiveness issues
- Incorrect or missing answers in games
- Unauthorized charges for subscription

**Requested features**

- Allow users to view test results without subscription
- Provide more challenging puzzles and games
- Improve app performance and stability
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


### PopsAcad

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/popsacad/id6733239723)

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Package - BY | $149.99 | one-time |
| Package - BW | $149.99 | one-time |
| Package - CF | $199.99 | one-time |
| Package - CH | $299.99 | one-time |
| Package - CI | $349.99 | one-time |
| Package - CL | $499.99 | one-time |
| Package - CM | $599.99 | one-time |
| Package - CN | $699.99 | one-time |
| Package - CO | $799.99 | one-time |
| Package - CP | $899.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BrainGain free?

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

### Is PopsAcad free?

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

### Do BrainGain or PopsAcad have ads?

Neither BrainGain nor PopsAcad shows ads.

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