# Peak vs Elevate

The clearest difference is chart position: Elevate at #29 against Peak's unranked. Elevate also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly) and ratings volume (542K vs 146K). Peak's advantage is device support (4 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Peak sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Elevate sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Peak against 4.8 for Elevate. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 146K and 542K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 63% of Peak's written reviews are positive against 59% of Elevate's.

Peak ships an update fortnightly, Elevate weekly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Peak | Elevate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (146K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/peak-brain-training/id806223188/reviews) | **[4.8 (542K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevate-brain-training-games/id875063456/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 146K | **542K** |
| Positive reviews | **63.0% of reviews** | 58.9% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | — | **#29** |
| Size | 311 MB | 572 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Synaptic Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1751726088) | [The Mind Company](https://appshunter.io/developer/875063459) |

## 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


### Elevate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elevate-brain-training-games/id875063456)

**Currently charting:** #29 Top Free · Education, #36 Top Grossing · Education (US App Store)

Enhance cognitive abilities like focus, memory, and math skills with a personalized daily training program. Improve productivity, earning power, and self-confidence through engaging brain games designed by experts.

**Highlights:** 40+ brain training games, Performance tracking, Personalized workouts, Adaptive difficulty, Workout calendar, Vocabulary expansion, Math problem solving

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Elevate Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Elevate Subscription | $4.99 | per month |
| Elevate Subscription | $7.99 | per month |
| Elevate Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Elevate Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Elevate Subscription | $21.99 | per year |
| 1 Year With 7-Day Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 Year with 14-Day Trial | $39.99 | per year |
| Elevate Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Elevate Premium | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective brain training
- 👍 Enjoyable and engaging games
- ✨ Improves cognitive abilities
- 💡 Customizable training
- 🧠 Helps with memory, math, and reading skills

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional glitches and bugs
- ⏱️ Overly focused on speed rather than learning
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🇺🇸 US-centric content not suitable for all users
- 🤔 Confusing scoring system and progress tracking

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues after app updates
- Inability to restore purchases
- Inconsistent performance across devices

**Requested features**

- More diverse game selection
- Better explanations for incorrect answers
- Ability to review past performance
- Customizable difficulty levels
- Metric system support for non-US users


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Peak free?

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

### Is Elevate free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Peak or Elevate?

Elevate is rated higher. Peak averages 4.7 out of 5 from 146K ratings, while Elevate averages 4.8 from 542K ratings.

### Do Peak or Elevate have ads?

Both Peak and Elevate show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Peak or Elevate?

Peak ships an update fortnightly, and Elevate weekly. Most recently, Peak was updated on September 24, 2026 and Elevate on September 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*