# Stop vs Brain Test

The clearest difference is chart position: Brain Test at #1 against Stop's #99. Brain Test also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 44%) and ratings volume (1.5M vs 106K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Stop sells 10 one-off in-app purchases and Brain Test sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brain Test holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brain Test has 1.5M ratings behind it against 106K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 44% of Stop's written reviews are positive against 59% of Brain Test's.

Stop ships an update every 3 months, Brain Test monthly. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stop | Brain Test |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (106K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-categories-word-game/id687877464/reviews) | **[4.8 (1.5M ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-tricky-puzzles/id1486214495/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 106K | **1.5M** |
| Positive reviews | 44.2% of reviews | **58.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #99 | **#1** |
| Size | 167 MB | 306 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | +12 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fanatee, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1231085076) | [UNICO STUDIO](https://appshunter.io/developer/1467451326) |

## What reviewers say

### Stop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-categories-word-game/id687877464)

**Currently charting:** #99 Top Free · Trivia, #136 Top Grossing · Trivia, #178 Top Free · Word (US App Store)

Engage in fast-paced word trivia battles where you must find words within categories starting with a specific letter. Compete against friends or random opponents in this addictive puzzle game.

**Highlights:** Randomly selected categories and letters, 60-second timed rounds, 200+ captivating categories, Play with friends or random opponents, Unlockable achievements, Multilingual support

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Recharge | $0.99 | one-time |
| 60 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| Zen Mode | $1.99 | one-time |
| Promo - Starter Pack | $2.99 | one-time |
| Promo Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Infinite Lives | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| 160 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 350 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 770 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and addictive gameplay
- 💡 Challenging and intellectually stimulating
- 👍 Great way to test knowledge and vocabulary
- 🤝 Ability to play with friends

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔥 Excessive ads and ad interruptions
- 🔒 Lack of content filters/moderation
- 🐛 Inconsistent or inaccurate answer validation
- ⏱️ Unfair advantage for first player

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to exit ads
- Repeated appearance of the same ads
- Incorrect word recognition and scoring

**Requested features**

- Single-player/practice mode
- More varied and up-to-date categories
- Ability to report/override incorrect answers
- Fairer timer system or option to play without time limit


### Brain Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-test-tricky-puzzles/id1486214495)

**Currently charting:** #1 Top Free · Trivia, #28 Top Grossing · Trivia, #69 Top Free · Puzzle, #148 Top Free · Games (US App Store)

Engage your mind with a collection of clever and surprising puzzles that use misdirection and playful logic. This app offers unconventional challenges designed for casual enjoyment and creative thinking, perfect for solo play or sharing.

**Highlights:** Unconventional puzzle design, Surprising twists, Simple mechanics, Engaging content, Family friendly, No timers or stress

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Package | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| 250 Lamps | $1.99 | one-time |
| 500 Lamps | $2.99 | one-time |
| Limited Time Offer | $3.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads + 1000 bulb | $3.99 | one-time |
| 1000 Lamps | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coolest Offer | $4.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads + 250 bulb | $4.99 | one-time |
| 2500 Lamps | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fun and challenging
- 👍 Helps sharpen the mind
- 😊 Addictive and entertaining

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤬 Too many ads
- 🙄 Ads interrupt gameplay
- 😒 Ads are repetitive
- 😠 Ads are unskippable

**Reported bugs**

- Game freezes or crashes
- Hint system not working as expected
- Inability to exit ads

**Requested features**

- More levels and updates
- Reduce frequency of ads
- Improve hint system
- Add difficulty options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stop free?

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

### Is Brain Test free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stop or Brain Test?

Brain Test is rated higher. Stop averages 4.6 out of 5 from 106K ratings, while Brain Test averages 4.8 from 1.5M ratings.

### Do Stop or Brain Test have ads?

Both Stop and Brain Test show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Stop or Brain Test?

Stop ships an update every 3 months, and Brain Test monthly. Most recently, Stop was updated on November 4, 2026 and Brain Test on November 4, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Stop or Brain Test?

Stop currently peaks at #99 in the App Store charts, and Brain Test at #1. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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