# Short Term Memory Test vs MemoryBrainTraining

The clearest difference is rating: MemoryBrainTraining at 4.9 against Short Term Memory Test's 4.4. MemoryBrainTraining also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 1) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 4 months). Short Term Memory Test's advantage is ratings volume (1.1K vs 7). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Short Term Memory Test sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per month. MemoryBrainTraining asks for nothing beyond the download.

MemoryBrainTraining holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Short Term Memory Test has 1.1K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 70% of Short Term Memory Test's written reviews are positive against 67% of MemoryBrainTraining's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Short Term Memory Test ships an update every 4 months, MemoryBrainTraining every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Short Term Memory Test | MemoryBrainTraining |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (1.1K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-term-memory-test/id804088277/reviews) | **[4.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memorybraintrainingsimple/id6443709224/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **1.1K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **70.0% of reviews** | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 4 months | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Ad-supported** |
| Size | 136 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ferrety inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/804088280) | [ryo muranaka](https://appshunter.io/developer/1606480078) |

## What reviewers say

### Short Term Memory Test

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/short-term-memory-test/id804088277)

Test your short-term memory by memorizing and locating illustrations among a large collection. Offers daily timed challenges with ranks and a free mode for relaxed practice. Ideal for brain training and cognitive exercise for all ages.

**Highlights:** Memorize and find illustrations, Daily timed challenges with ranks, Free mode with no time limit, 130 cute illustrations, Calendar for daily records, Works on iPhone and iPad

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Plan | $0.99 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 🤓 Enhanced memory practice
- 👍 Simple and fun gameplay
- 💡 Potential for more content (illustrations, levels, ad-free)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Spontaneous ads that break concentration
- 🤯 Counterintuitive controls (bashing screen)
- 🤔 Limited customization options (words vs. pictures)

**Reported bugs**

- Images from previous screen not appearing in find screen
- Timer issues
- Scrolling problems causing accidental taps

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Ad-free paid version
- Improved graphics


### MemoryBrainTraining

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/memorybraintrainingsimple/id6443709224)

Test and improve your memory with a simple shape and color matching game. Adjust the difficulty to suit your needs and challenge your cognitive skills. This app is designed to help users train their brains.

**Highlights:** Memorize shape and color, Match memorized items, Adjustable difficulty levels, Cognitive skill training

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Short Term Memory Test free?

Short Term Memory Test is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is MemoryBrainTraining free?

MemoryBrainTraining is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Short Term Memory Test or MemoryBrainTraining?

MemoryBrainTraining is rated higher. Short Term Memory Test averages 4.4 out of 5 from 1.1K ratings, while MemoryBrainTraining averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.

### Do Short Term Memory Test or MemoryBrainTraining have ads?

Both Short Term Memory Test and MemoryBrainTraining show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Short Term Memory Test or MemoryBrainTraining?

Short Term Memory Test ships an update every 4 months, and MemoryBrainTraining every 9 days. Most recently, Short Term Memory Test was updated on November 6, 2026 and MemoryBrainTraining on November 3, 2026.

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