Cognitive Fun
A plain, ad-free bank of cognitive tests — n-back, digit span, Stroop, mental rotation — that keeps a history of your scores.
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How to get the most from it
Cognitive Fun sits in Brain Trainers under Play, filed as coffee break.
- Set aside five to fifteen minutes and give it your proper attention.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and useful.
About this category: Memory, reaction, attention and pattern-matching drills that happen to be fun. Short sessions, visible progress, and a score you will want to beat.
Good for
- Filling a coffee break properly
- Giving your brain a workout
- Getting something practical done
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
Cognitive Fun: quick answers
Is Cognitive Fun free?
Yes. Cognitive Fun is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Cognitive Fun?
No. You can use Cognitive Fun without signing up for anything.
Does Cognitive Fun work on a phone?
Not well. We file Cognitive Fun as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Cognitive Fun safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Cognitive Fun take?
We file it as "Coffee break": Five to fifteen minutes of proper attention.
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