Comparison

Abstract Reasoning vs Aptly

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

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About

Abstract Reasoning

Features
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Abstract Reasoning is a focused practice app for improving pattern recognition and non-verbal reasoning skills. Work through timed abstract reasoning questions where you compare sets of shapes, identify hidden rules, and decide whether each test item belongs to Set A, Set B, or Neither. The app is designed for quick, repeatable practice with a clean interface and immediate gameplay. Features: • Timed abstract reasoning tests • Set A, Set B, and Neither question format • Shape-based non-verbal reasoning practice • Simple, distraction-free design • Score summary after each attempt • Review of incorrect answers Ideal for anyone preparing for aptitude tests, psychometric assessments, entrance exams, or simply looking to sharpen logical and visual reasoning skills.

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Aptly

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Practice for aptitude and psychometric tests with questions you can trust. Aptly covers numerical, verbal, logical, abstract, spatial, mechanical and diagrammatic reasoning, data interpretation and situational judgment, and every question comes with a step-by-step explanation and a time-saving shortcut. Timed mock tests, weak-area analytics and a daily habit that work offline, with no account. EVERY ANSWER EXPLAINED Each question has a worked solution in numbered steps that shows the method, not just the answer, plus a shortcut for doing it faster under time pressure and a formula card where one helps. Pick a wrong option and you see why, plus the common trap and a note on every option. Every question in the bank has been solved independently and checked against its answer key. If anything still looks wrong to you, report it straight from the question. Add your own note to any question and it shows under the explanation from then on, and in Saved. TIMED MOCK TESTS THAT FEEL LIKE THE REAL THING Choose an exam-style preset (Graduate · CCAT-style, SHL-style, ASVAB / ADF-style military, Bank / Placement or Civil Service-style) or build your own with the sections, question count, time limit and negative marking you want. After every mock you get your score, an estimated percentile, a section-by-section breakdown and a full review with explanations. Then retry only the questions you missed. PRACTICE THAT FINDS YOUR WEAK SPOTS Untimed practice with instant feedback, by category and sub-topic. Questions new to you come first, then the ones you got wrong, and each run ends with your accuracy and pace, a sub-topic breakdown when it mixes topics, and a one-tap retry of the ones you missed. Spaced review brings every question you miss back after 1, 3 and 7 days, and Review now on Home runs the ones that are due. Over time, accuracy by category (tap one to see every sub-topic), your pace per question, your mock score trend, a weak-area heatmap and mastery badges show where to focus, and "See weak areas" on the Home screen opens your progress, where a card names your weakest sub-topic and starts a run on it. Mistakes are collected automatically, "Retry my mistakes" turns them into a practice run, and you can bookmark any question to come back to. The Practice tab's Your review strip keeps what is due, your mistakes, saved questions and notes together. A DAILY HABIT BEFORE TEST DAY A fresh Daily Challenge of 10 mixed questions and a streak, today's goal on Home, an optional reminder, a countdown to your test date and a readiness score that climbs as you improve. PRIVATE AND OFFLINE No account, no sign-up and no internet needed to practice. Your progress stays on your device. Ads never interrupt a question or a timed test; a hint video plays only if you choose to watch one. EVERYTHING INCLUDED, WITH AN OPTIONAL UPGRADE All 322 questions, every mock test, every explanation and all the analytics are open to everyone. Ads support the app. Aptly Pro is a one-time purchase that removes ads and the daily hint limit. It does not add or unlock questions, because nothing is locked. GOOD TO KNOW - 322 original questions in 64 sub-topics, plus 46 formula and tips cards - Abstract, spatial and chart questions are set out in words and tables, not drawn as pictures - Hints reveal the shortcut before you answer - An on-screen calculator for numerical questions, optional negative marking, light and dark themes - Useful practice for cognitive ability tests such as the CCAT and Wonderlic - Interface in 16 languages; questions and explanations in English Aptly is not affiliated with or endorsed by SHL, Criteria Corp (CCAT), Wonderlic, the US Department of Defense (ASVAB), the Australian Defence Force or any other test provider. Its questions are original, written in the formats these tests use.

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Abstract Reasoning4 screens
Aptly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Aptly at every 3 days against Abstract Reasoning's fortnightly. On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Abstract Reasoning sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Aptly sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Abstract Reasoning ships an update fortnightly, Aptly every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 7 level
Abstract Reasoning versus Aptly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAbstract ReasoningAptly
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size5 MB69 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGeorge LeeGunawan Santoso

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Abstract Reasoning

One-time1
  • Lifetime access$3.99
1 purchases

Aptly

One-time1
  • Aptly Pro$7.99

Questions

Is Abstract Reasoning free?
Abstract Reasoning is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Aptly free?
Aptly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Abstract Reasoning or Aptly have ads?
Neither Abstract Reasoning nor Aptly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Abstract Reasoning or Aptly?
Abstract Reasoning ships an update fortnightly, and Aptly every 3 days. Most recently, Abstract Reasoning was updated on October 31, 2026 and Aptly on November 10, 2026.

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