# Peak vs Brain Training

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Peak at 63% against Brain Training's 7%. Peak also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.2) and ratings volume (146K vs 1.2K). Brain Training's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Peak sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Brain Training sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Peak holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Peak has 146K ratings behind it against 1.2K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Peak's written reviews are positive against 7% of Brain Training's.

Peak ships an update fortnightly, Brain Training every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Peak | Brain Training |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (146K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peak-brain-training/id806223188/reviews)** | [4.2 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-training-brainbloom/id6474031189/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **146K** | 1.2K |
| Positive reviews | **63.0% of reviews** | 6.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 311 MB | 187 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Synaptic Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1751726088) | [APPLYFT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1811605125) |

## What reviewers say

### Peak

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peak-brain-training/id806223188)

Enhance your cognitive abilities with over 45 engaging games designed to improve memory, attention, problem-solving, and more. Track your progress with detailed insights and compete with friends. A free basic version is available, with an optional Pro upgrade for a full brain training experience.

**Highlights:** 45+ brain training games, Daily Workouts, Coffee Break mode, Performance insights and statistics, Advanced Training modules, Compete with friends

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 40% Off Peak Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Peak Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Peak Pro Plan | $3.99 | per month |
| Peak Pro Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Peak Pro | $11.99 | per year |
| 40% Off Peak Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Peak Pro Plan | $34.99 | per year |
| Peak pro | $34.99 | per year |
| Advanced Training Peak & Brainways Working Memory Part 1 | Free | one-time |
| Advanced Training Peak & UCL Emotion Management | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💪 Challenging and engaging games
- 🧠 Effective brain training
- 📊 Detailed progress tracking
- 🔍 Variety of game categories
- 🤩 Enjoyable and fun to play

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔍 Limited free games
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔁 Repetitive game content
- 🐛 Bugs and glitches
- 🤖 Inconsistent dictionary

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing issues
- Inconsistent game performance
- Incorrect scoring and ranking
- Syncing and login problems

**Requested features**

- More free games and content
- Ability to replay games without ads
- Improved game instructions and feedback
- More coordination and emotion-based games
- Customizable brain training experience


### Brain Training

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brain-training-brainbloom/id6474031189)

Enhance cognitive abilities with logic games, mental recall exercises, and brain puzzles. This app offers a variety of mind games and assessments to improve focus, attention, and critical thinking skills for personal growth and mental sharpness.

**Highlights:** Logic games, Mental recall exercises, Brain puzzles, ADHD games, Skillz games, IQ assessments, Personality insights

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BrainBloom Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| BrainBloom Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| BraimBloom Weekly Subscription | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| BrainBloom Month Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| BraimBloom Weekly Subscription | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| BrainBloom Quarter | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $59.99 | per year |
| BrainBloom Year Subscription | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Good challenging app
- 🚀 The Brain Training Challenge

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Cancellation does not work
- 🐛 Scam
- 🐛 Boring
- 🐛 Multiple fraudulent charges
- 🐛 This app is a fraud

**Reported bugs**

- Every time I get on it wants me to repeat from the beginning
- 2 games are broken, and only 3 work
- Broken games waste of money
- You do not get the games it shows

**Requested features**

- Welcome help cancelling app when I found I could no longer afford the monthly charge


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Peak free?

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

### Is Brain Training free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Peak or Brain Training?

Peak is rated higher. Peak averages 4.7 out of 5 from 146K ratings, while Brain Training averages 4.2 from 1.2K ratings.

### Do Peak or Brain Training have ads?

Peak shows ads; Brain Training does not.

### Which is updated more often, Peak or Brain Training?

Peak ships an update fortnightly, and Brain Training every 3 weeks. Most recently, Peak was updated on September 25, 2026 and Brain Training on September 23, 2026.

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