# NeuroNation vs BrainGain

The clearest difference is ads: BrainGain at none against NeuroNation's shown. BrainGain also leads on ratings volume (22K vs 4.5K). NeuroNation's advantage is review sentiment (91% vs 62%) and device support (4 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. NeuroNation sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 3 months and BrainGain sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. 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 NeuroNation against 4.7 for BrainGain. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4.5K and 22K respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 91% of NeuroNation's written reviews are positive against 62% of BrainGain's.

NeuroNation ships an update every 3 weeks, BrainGain fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | NeuroNation | BrainGain |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (4.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neuronation-brain-training/id821549680/reviews)** | [4.7 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/braingain-iq-brain-training/id6475691697/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4.5K | **22K** |
| Positive reviews | **91.0% of reviews** | 61.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 233 MB | 219 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Synaptikon GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/576776320) | [AIBY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458102137) |

## What reviewers say

### NeuroNation

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/neuronation-brain-training/id821549680)

Enhance your memory and cognitive abilities with science-backed exercises. This app offers personalized training programs, diverse games, and progress tracking to sharpen your mind and improve focus. Invest in your cognitive health with daily mental challenges.

**Highlights:** Scientifically proven techniques, Personalized training programs, Diverse range of brain games, Progress tracking and insights, Daily brain challenges, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 3 Months - Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 3 Months - Subscription | $10.99 | per 3 months |
| 6 Months - Subscription | $10.99 | per 6 months |
| 3 Months - Subscription | $13.99 | per 3 months |
| NeuroNation Premium 1M plan | $13.99 | per month |
| 1 Month - Subscription App&Web | $13.99 | per month |
| 12 Months - Subscription | $19.49 | per year |
| 6 Months - Subscription | $22.49 | per 6 months |
| 12 Months - Subscription | $31.99 | per year |
| 12 Months - Subscription | $38.99 | per year |
| NeuroNation Premium 12M plan | $41.99 | per year |
| Premium 12M plan+7D Free trial | $57.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Effective brain training exercises
- 👍 Personalized and adaptive to user's needs
- 🤓 Challenging but not overly difficult
- 🧠 Helps improve memory, focus, and cognitive abilities
- 👍 Easy to use and navigate

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤔 Unclear instructions for some exercises
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 💰 Expensive premium subscription
- 🤔 Some exercises feel repetitive or monotonous

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes or freezes on certain devices
- Issues with color-based exercises due to color perception differences
- Incorrect scoring or feedback on some exercises

**Requested features**

- More variety in exercise types
- Ability to customize difficulty levels
- Better progress tracking and performance analytics
- Multilingual support


### BrainGain

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/braingain-iq-brain-training/id6475691697)

Engage in daily brain training with adaptive games and mental tests designed to improve memory, focus, problem-solving, math, and language skills. Choose short bursts or longer sessions to fit your schedule and track your progress.

**Highlights:** Adaptive cognitive games, Daily brain workouts, Build memory and focus, Improve math and language skills, Problem-solving exercises, Mental tests and assessments, Progress tracking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium | $69.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 Helpful brain exercises
- 🧠 Keeps mind active
- 🧠 Improves memory and focus
- 🧠 Enjoyable and engaging

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔒 Requires payment to access full features
- 🔍 Limited free trial
- 🔍 Unclear subscription details
- 🐛 Technical issues and bugs

**Reported bugs**

- Games freezing or not progressing
- Touchscreen responsiveness issues
- Incorrect or missing answers in games
- Unauthorized charges for subscription

**Requested features**

- Allow users to view test results without subscription
- Provide more challenging puzzles and games
- Improve app performance and stability
- Offer a one-time purchase option instead of subscription


## Frequently asked questions

### Is NeuroNation free?

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

### Is BrainGain free?

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

### Which has better reviews, NeuroNation or BrainGain?

NeuroNation is rated higher. NeuroNation averages 4.7 out of 5 from 4.5K ratings, while BrainGain averages 4.7 from 22K ratings.

### Do NeuroNation or BrainGain have ads?

NeuroNation shows ads; BrainGain does not.

### Which is updated more often, NeuroNation or BrainGain?

NeuroNation ships an update every 3 weeks, and BrainGain fortnightly. Most recently, NeuroNation was updated on October 29, 2026 and BrainGain on October 29, 2026.

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