Short Term Memory vs BrainSmart Test
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Short Term Memory
This app offers a straightforward memory training game designed to help users maintain and improve their cognitive abilities. It features levels that increase in difficulty, challenging players to memorize an expanding number of cute illustrations. It's ideal for intellectual training and potentially preventing cognitive decline.
- Memory improvement exercises
- Intellectual training
- Dementia prevention focus
- Cute illustration memorization
- Progressive difficulty levels
- Up to 20 illustrations to memorize
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◆ What is this game? Memorize the illustrations shown on screen, then pick them out from a large collection — a simple short-term memory test. 130 cute illustrations (animals, food, everyday items, and more) appear as questions. The number of illustrations to memorize increases with each level. ◆ Two Game Modes [Free Mode] - No time limit — play at your own pace - 20 levels (Lv.1: 2 items — Lv.20: 40 items) - Unlimited plays - Track your best times and beat your personal records [Challenge Mode] - Timed test for a real challenge - Play once per day (unlimited with Premium) - Rank system starting from 9th Kyu — how high can you go? ◆ Perfect for - Kids' cognitive development and learning - Adults looking for brain training - Seniors maintaining cognitive function - Anyone wanting to improve short-term memory - A quick daily brain exercise ◆ Features - Simple rules anyone can pick up instantly - Cute illustrations enjoyable for all ages - Calendar view to track your daily progress - Relaxing BGM while you play ◆ Premium Plan (Monthly Subscription) - Unlimited Challenge Mode - All Free Mode levels unlocked - Ad-free experience ◆ Requirements - iOS 15.0 or later Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Terms of Service: https://ferrety.app/work/memory/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://ferrety.app/privacy-policy/
BrainSmart Test
Assess cognitive function with tests for memory, reaction time, math, and language. Scores can indicate potential signs of neurological disorders. This tool is for screening purposes and should be used alongside professional medical advice.
- Verbal memory assessment
- Visual memory assessment
- Reaction time tests
- Math calculation tests
- Language skills assessment
- Cognitive impairment screening
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This app allows users to screen for possible cognitive impairment by assessing verbal memory, visual memory, reaction time, math calculations, and language skills. The app tests the user based on a score of 18 points which can indicate possible signs of dementia, Alzheimer's, or other neurological disorders. DISCLAIMER: Please seek medical attention in addition to using this app and before making any medical decisions!
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: BrainSmart Test at 5.0 against Short Term Memory's 4.4. BrainSmart Test also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 70%). Short Term Memory's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 4). On price, ads, 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. Short Term Memory sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. BrainSmart Test asks for nothing beyond the download.
BrainSmart Test holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Short Term Memory has 1.1K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of Short Term Memory's written reviews are positive against 100% of BrainSmart Test's.
Short Term Memory ships an update every 4 months, BrainSmart Test every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Short Term Memory | BrainSmart Test |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.4 (1.1K ratings) | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 70.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 1.1K — better | 4 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | Every 5 weeks — better |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 13.5 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 164 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | ferrety inc. | Alexander Choi |
Customer experience
Short Term Memory
BrainSmart Test
Bugs and requests
Short Term Memory
Reported bugs
3 issues- Images from previous screen not appearing in find screen
- Timer issues
- Scrolling problems causing accidental taps
Requested features
3 requests- More customization options
- Ad-free paid version
- Improved graphics
BrainSmart Test
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Short Term Memory
- Premium Plan$0.991 Month
BrainSmart Test
No in-app purchases
Questions
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