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Head-to-head · Brain Training Apps

NeuroNation vs Brainwell

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score NeuroNation #3 in Brain Training Apps 8.6/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit NeuroNation
Brainwell #5 in Brain Training Apps 7.9/10 Free plan · paid from $1.99 Free plan✓ 2 of 3 features Visit Brainwell

NeuroNation leads on 0 checks, Brainwell on 1, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreNeuroNation · 8.6/10
  • Free planboth

NeuroNation scores higher on our rubric for brain training apps: 8.6 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.

Brainwell leads on exercise count: 53 versus 30.

NeuroNation is the better fit for personalized training across web and mobile. Brainwell is the better fit for mobile users wanting games and wellness extras.

  • NeuroNation fits best

    Personalized training across web and mobile

  • Brainwell fits best

    Mobile users wanting games and wellness extras

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Side by side

Feature NeuroNation 8.6/10 Visit ↗ Brainwell 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 7.9
Ranking #3 in Brain Training Apps #5 in Brain Training Apps
Best for Personalized training across web and mobile Mobile users wanting games and wellness extras
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android iOS, Android
Support Email Email
Built for Solo, Small business Solo
Features NeuroNation 2/3 · Brainwell 2/3
Personalized training ✓ ✓
Progress tracking ✓ ✓
Offline access Not published Not published
Specs
Exercise focus Not published Not published
Exercise count 30 53 (best)
Supported platforms web, iOS, Android iOS, Android
Our review
Pros
  • Targets memory, attention, processing speed and reasoning
  • Personalized plans adjust exercise difficulty as progress changes
  • Premium adds 30+ exercises, progress analysis and peer benchmarks
  • More than 50 games cover memory, attention, reasoning and other skills.
  • An initial test and questionnaire inform a customized training program.
  • Meditation, breathing exercises and sleep content extend beyond games.
Cons
  • The free version offers only a limited exercise selection
  • Full training access requires a Premium subscription
  • Exercise sessions focus on cognitive training rather than broader wellness
  • Available on iOS and Android, but not desktop platforms.
  • The $1.99 starting price is billed weekly.
  • Subscription prices vary by purchase screen and store.
Our verdict

NeuroNation is a brain-training service for people seeking structured exercises in memory, attention, processing speed and reasoning. It is available on the web, iOS and Android, with a free version offering a limited exercise selection…

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Brainwell is a mobile brain-training app for people who want short cognitive exercises alongside wellness content. Its more than 50 games target memory, attention, critical thinking, problem solving, language and visual skills. An initial…

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  1. NeuroNationBrain Training Apps 8.6Free plan
  2. BrainwellBrain Training Apps 7.9Free plan · paid from $1.99

Strengths and trade-offs

  • NeuroNation — where it wins

    • Targets memory, attention, processing speed and reasoning
    • Personalized plans adjust exercise difficulty as progress changes
    • Premium adds 30+ exercises, progress analysis and peer benchmarks

    Where it doesn't

    • The free version offers only a limited exercise selection
    • Full training access requires a Premium subscription
    • Exercise sessions focus on cognitive training rather than broader wellness

  • Brainwell — where it wins

    • More than 50 games cover memory, attention, reasoning and other skills.
    • An initial test and questionnaire inform a customized training program.
    • Meditation, breathing exercises and sleep content extend beyond games.

    Where it doesn't

    • Available on iOS and Android, but not desktop platforms.
    • The $1.99 starting price is billed weekly.
    • Subscription prices vary by purchase screen and store.
  • NeuroNation8.6/10 · Free plan

    Assessment-based exercises adapt to progress, with a free plan and Premium access.

    Visit NeuroNationFull verdict →
  • Brainwell7.9/10 · Free plan · paid from $1.99

    A mobile brain-training app with varied exercises, personalized workouts and wellness extras.

    Visit BrainwellFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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