Lumosity vs Elevate: which brain training app fits you?

Lumosity and Elevate are both popular, well-reviewed brain training apps, and they suit different people. Tap what sounds like you and the picker shows which fits best. We also include a third option, Attention Age, which our studio makes, so you can see it next to both.

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Lumosity vs Elevate vs Attention Age at a glance

	Lumosity	Elevate	Attention Age
Core idea	Personalized workouts of brain games	Communication and math skills training	Measuring and practising attention
Account, ads, privacy	See its listing	See its listing	No account, no ads, no third-party analytics; CSV export
Price to start	Free download, Premium subscription	Free, optional Pro	Free daily challenge; optional subscription
App Store ratings	4.7 from about 131,000 ratings	4.8 from about 547,000 ratings	Newer, fewer ratings so far

Facts from each app's App Store listing, November 2026. Attention Age is made by Honest Little Apps, the studio behind this page.

Who each one is for

Choose Lumosity if…You want a structured, personalized program and you enjoy timed games, and it's the most established option.

Choose Elevate if…You want broad skills training, and it's a hugely popular app.

Or try Attention Age if…You want a clear, honest read on your attention.

Want the one-on-one versions? See Lumosity compared in depth and Elevate compared in depth, or browse all honest comparisons.

Attention Age: Focus Test

Attention Age: Focus Test is a five-minute set of attention challenges with a transparent 0-100 Attention Index, weekly re-tests and focus sessions. No account, no ads, results stay on your iPhone.

Free on the App Store

Questions

Which is better, Lumosity or Elevate?

Lumosity focuses on games for memory, attention and speed. Elevate focuses on reading, writing, speaking and math skills. Choose by what you want to improve.

Is Attention Age free?

Attention Age is free to download. Price to start: Free daily challenge; optional subscription.

Where did these comparison facts come from?

From each app's App Store listing in November 2026. Features and prices change, so check the listing before you decide.

Updated November 12, 2026.

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