POOLS™ vs Reflex Test & Reaction Time
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
POOLS™
This app offers a slow, reflective, and immersive experience focused on exploration and atmosphere. It evokes feelings of unease and curiosity through its unique environments, inspired by liminal spaces and internet phenomena. Discover changing worlds and subtle narratives without traditional gameplay mechanics.
- Slow, reflective exploration
- Atmospheric and immersive environments
- Inspired by liminal spaces
- Unfolding narrative through exploration
- Six distinct chapters
- Unique sound design
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Explore, admire and listen. That’s it. Uncanny. Relaxing. Unnerving. Eerie. Immersive. POOLS isn’t a traditional game. it’s slow, reflective, and intentionally uneventful, perhaps a bit like virtual museum. So take your time. Breathe. POOLS unfolds slowly, rewarding patience and quiet attention. No monsters chasing you or jumping at your screen. Yet it can feel oppressive at times by invoking quiet fears of getting lost, the dark, tight spaces and the strange beauty of liminal space architecture. There's no typical story. But as you explore and advance further, you start to notice that the game's world changes around you, deeper you go… Rooms look and feel… different. Base game features six chapters, each lasting 10-30 minutes. Inspired by the internet phenomena Liminal spaces, Found footage and The Backrooms, especially the Poolrooms concept. One of the original artists behind the Poolrooms concept is Jared Pike.
Reflex Test & Reaction Time
Sharpen your mind and boost reaction time with engaging mini-games. Improve focus, speed, and cognitive agility through scientifically designed challenges. Track progress and aim for peak mental performance.
- 4 exciting mini-games
- Reaction time tests
- Focus and concentration training
- Hand-eye coordination challenges
- Progress tracking and stats
- Personalized brain training
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Are You Ready to Sharpen Your Mind, Improve Your Focus, and Boost Your Reaction Time? Introducing Reflex & Reaction Test, the ultimate brain training app designed to challenge your cognitive abilities and enhance your mental agility! Dive into 4 exciting mini-games, track your progress, and unleash your full potential. Whether you're a gamer, an athlete, or just looking to improve your daily cognitive function, Reflex & Reaction Test provides fun, engaging, and effective challenges. Key Game Modes & Features: - F1 Reaction Test (Reflex Focus): Feel the adrenaline rush! React to the Formula 1 start lights as fast as possible. Test your immediate response and speed. How quickly can you go from red to green? - Color Box Tap (Reflex & Speed): A true test of hand-eye coordination and rapid decision-making. Tap the correct colored box as fast as you can. Improve your tapping speed and accuracy! - Drag & Match (Focus & Cognitive Agility): Sharpen your visual recognition and quick thinking. Drag and match images to their correct spots against the clock. Boost your problem-solving skills and mental speed. - Focus & Aim (Precision & Concentration): Improve your accuracy and steady your hand. Aim for the center with precision, enhancing your concentration and fine motor skills. A perfect challenge for focus training! - Track Your Progress & Dominate: Detailed Stats: Monitor your performance across each mini-game. See your best times, average scores, and track your improvements over time. Earn Points: Conquer levels, achieve high scores, and earn points for successful challenges. Aim to become the ultimate reflex master! Personalized Brain Training: Each game is designed to target different aspects of your cognitive skills – from raw reaction speed to sustained focus and memory. Why Choose Reflex & Reaction Test? Engaging & Fun: Addictive gameplay that makes brain training enjoyable. Scientifically Designed: Mini-games crafted to stimulate key cognitive functions. For Everyone: Suitable for all ages looking to improve their mental sharpness. Completely Free: Start your journey to better reflexes and focus today! Download Reflex & Reaction Test now and embark on your journey to peak mental performance! Improve your reaction time, enhance your focus, and become the fastest brain around! By using this app, you agree to; Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.tuzbuzz.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: POOLS™ at none against Reflex Test & Reaction Time's shown. POOLS™ also leads on update cadence (monthly vs every 4 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support 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. POOLS™ sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Reflex Test & Reaction Time sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
POOLS™ ships an update monthly, Reflex Test & Reaction Time every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | POOLS™ | Reflex Test & Reaction Time |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (1.7K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 79.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1.7K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly — better | Every 4 months |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | 14.0.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 1.9 GB | 41 MB |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tensori | Ethem Yavuz |
Bugs and requests
POOLS™
Reported bugs
2 issues- Unable to move on iPad Pro
- Glitches reported
Requested features
3 requests- Expand to different Backrooms-inspired themes
- Add a multiplayer mode
- Introduce more interactive elements (e.g., monsters, items to discover)
Reflex Test & Reaction Time
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
POOLS™
- POOLS: Full Game$9.99
Reflex Test & Reaction Time
- Remove Ads$1.99
Questions
Is POOLS™ free?
Is Reflex Test & Reaction Time free?
Do POOLS™ or Reflex Test & Reaction Time have ads?
Which is updated more often, POOLS™ or Reflex Test & Reaction Time?
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