Comparison

Dual N vs Dual N Back

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

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About

Dual N

This app offers structured cognitive training to enhance working memory and focus. It features adaptive challenges, detailed session metrics, and long-term progress tracking. Users can customize their training environment and follow guided plans for measurable improvements.

Highlights
  • Adaptive Dual N-Back training
  • Session metrics and analytics
  • Long-term progress charts
  • Guided training plans
  • Customizable training environment
  • Low-distraction UI
Features
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Designed for structured cognitive training, Dual N-Back challenges your working memory daily and helps you build sustained focus over time Dual N-Back is one of the few cognitive tasks studied in academic research with evidence suggesting improvements in working memory and fluid intelligence when practiced consistently. This app gives you a precise, distraction-free training environment plus the analytics you need to measure real progress. What you’ll get - Adaptive Dual (visual + audio) and extended modes, the app automatically raises N-level as you improve. - Session metrics: N-level, Accuracy (%), Mean Reaction Time (ms), track what's changing, not just how you feel. - Long-term charts & heat map (Premium): accuracy trends, reaction time improvements, N-level distribution and calendar streaks. - Guided Plans: 4-Week Boost, Daily Micro-Sessions, and Research-Mode for lab-style protocols. - Clean, low-distraction UI (Dark/Light), ergonomic controls for thumb response. - Customizable training environment, adjust voice, haptics and stimulus timing to match your preferred intensity. Freemium model & Honeymoon trial Enjoy full Premium access free for the first 3 days and experience the complete training system, unlimited sessions, ad-free focus, and advanced analytics that reveal your long-term cognitive growth. Premium unlocks detailed progress history, deeper performance insights, and structured plans designed for serious improvement. Who it’s for - Students and professionals who want measurable boosts in focus and mental throughput. - Adults looking to keep their memory sharp with short daily practice. - High-performers and curious minds who treat cognitive fitness seriously. Start a practice streak today. Train at the edge of your capacity, measure real results, and make cognitive fitness part of your routine. Privacy Policy: https://greenbisonstudio.web.app/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Dual N Back

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頭が良くなる脳トレ「Dual N-Back」 科学的研究でワーキングメモリの強化が実証されているDual N-Backを、誰でも直感的に楽しめるアプリにしました。 【遊び方】 9マスのグリッドに色と文字(または絵文字)が表示されます。N回前と同じ色・文字が出たらボタンを押すだけ。シンプルなルールで、気づけば本気になれます。 【3つのモード】 アルファベット:集中力を鍛えたい大人に くだもの:かわいい絵文字で子供も楽しめる どうぶつ:動物好きにおすすめ 【特徴】 ・自動難易度調整:正答率に応じてNレベルが上下するので、常に適切な難しさで続けられる ・間違えてもやり直せる:ボタンをもう一度押すとキャンセル可能 ・記録を自動保存:セッションごとの正答率とNレベルの推移をグラフで確認 ・広告なし・完全オフライン:通信不要でいつでもどこでも集中できる 【こんな方に】 ・記憶力や集中力を上げたい ・子供と一緒に脳トレを楽しみたい ・スキマ時間を有効活用したい 毎日1セッション(約1分)から始めてみてください。

Screenshots

Dual N4 screens
Dual N Back4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dual N Back at none against Dual N's 2. Dual N Back also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Dual N sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Dual N Back asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 6 level
Dual N versus Dual N Back: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDual NDual N Back
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKonstanty KoszewskiYuta Hirose

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Dual N

Subscriptions2
  • Dual N-back Monthly Premium$3.991 Month
  • Dual N-back Yearly Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

Dual N Back

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Dual N free?
Dual N is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dual N Back free?
Dual N Back is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Dual N or Dual N Back have ads?
Dual N shows ads; Dual N Back does not.

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