Comparison

BrainPulse Dual N vs EaseStroop

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

Head to head
About

BrainPulse Dual N

Features
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BrainPulse is a scientifically-backed brain training app built around the Dual N-Back task β€” the gold standard of cognitive training with over 20 peer-reviewed studies supporting its effectiveness. Unlike other brain games that rely on unproven puzzles, BrainPulse focuses on a single, research-validated exercise shown to improve fluid intelligence, working memory, and executive function. HOW IT WORKS The Dual N-Back task challenges you to track two streams of information simultaneously β€” visual positions on a grid and audio cues. You decide whether the current stimulus matches the one from N steps back. It sounds simple, but as N increases, so does the challenge. FEATURES - Adaptive Difficulty: Your N-Level adjusts automatically based on accuracy, keeping you in the optimal training zone - Three Game Modes: Dual, Position-only, and Sound-only to target specific cognitive skills - Detailed Statistics: Track N-Level trends, accuracy percentages, and streaks with clear, beautiful charts - Quick Start: One tap to begin a session. Configure rounds, speed, and N-Level β€” or just hit Quick Start - Cloud Sync: Sign in with Apple to sync your progress seamlessly across devices - Customizable Sessions: Choose from 20 to 50 rounds and adjust speed from 2.0s to 4.0s intervals THE SCIENCE In 2008, a landmark study by Jaeggi et al. demonstrated that consistent Dual N-Back training can improve fluid intelligence β€” your ability to reason and solve new problems. Since then, over 20 published studies have continued to explore and support these findings. BrainPulse brings this research out of the lab and into your daily routine. WHY BRAINPULSE? Most brain training apps gamify random puzzles with no scientific backing. BrainPulse is different. Every session is a focused cognitive workout designed to strengthen the neural circuits underlying working memory and cognitive control. - No filler games or gimmicks - Grounded in peer-reviewed research - Designed for consistent, meaningful progress BRAINPULSE PRO Start training for free with the Dual N-Back mode. Upgrade to Pro to unlock: - All game modes (Position-only and Sound-only) - Full speed and N-Level range - Helper overlay for guided practice - Cloud Sync across devices - Detailed performance statistics Your brain deserves real training. Download BrainPulse and start improving your working memory today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

EaseStroop

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EaseStroop is a native Stroop Effect training app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, built on the classic cognitive psychology test used to measure attentional control, processing speed, and executive function. The Stroop Effect is one of the most replicated findings in cognitive science: when the ink color of a color word mismatches the word itself (the word β€œRED” written in blue), your brain takes measurably longer to name the ink color β€” because reading is more automatic than color naming. EaseStroop turns this into a precise personal metric. Run a session in under two minutes. Track your Stroop Score β€” a composite of reaction time and accuracy β€” across days and weeks. Stay motivated with streaks, 22 achievements, and a progress dashboard that shows you improving. Choose from three difficulty tiers, four trial types, ten themes, and ten languages. Everything is stored locally on your device; no account required.

Screenshots

BrainPulse Dual N4 screens
EaseStroop4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EaseStroop at none against BrainPulse Dual N's 3. BrainPulse Dual N's advantage is device support. On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. BrainPulse Dual N sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. EaseStroop asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences Β· 3 level
BrainPulse Dual N versus EaseStroop: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrainPulse Dual NEaseStroop
PriceFreeFree
AdsNoβ€”
In-app purchasesYesNo β€” better
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betterβ€”
Requires iOS18.017.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size24 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMehmet YilmazKwang Chin Lee

In-app purchases

3 purchases

BrainPulse Dual N

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Yearly$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • BrainPulse Pro Lifetime$79.99
None

EaseStroop

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BrainPulse Dual N free?
BrainPulse Dual N is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is EaseStroop free?
EaseStroop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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