Brainsmate Reviews 

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TrustScore 4 out of 5

3.9

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Looking at 925 reviews, reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently describe the tests as genuinely fun, engaging, and a wonderfully stimulating way to challenge their brain while checking cognitive skills. Consumers frequently appreciate the smooth progression, clear design, and interesting questions that make the entire testing process thoroughly enjoyable and educational from start to finish. However, some customers also noted unexpected extra charges and recurring subscription fees that felt entirely unclear during the initial transaction phase. Reviewers expressed significant frustration regarding the automatic renewals and the excessive difficulty of trying to cancel the unwanted monthly payments afterwards.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

You do their test and then they ask for usd1.99 to get your results. When you pay this, somewhere in the fine print tjey grab permission to subscribe you at usd60 per month. No invoice is provided u... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was fun and informative. I tested a long time ago when I was a teen and got 119 but seeing how my mind has developed to 131 I'm really impressed with myself. I do however wish there was a clear p... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Have never done one before so had nothing to compare with but enjoyed anyway so gave a fair opinion.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

It was fun the paying part was a little annoying but it was only a dollar so I don't really care

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  1. Educational Testing Service

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What is BrainsMate?

Unlock Your Mental Edge. Curious about your cognitive potential? BrainsMate provides the exact tests, insights, and training tools you need to map your intellect and actively build a sharper mind.

🧠 Assess Your Intellect

Receive your precise IQ results alongside a complete, section-by-section performance analysis. Gain a comprehensive overview of your specific cognitive strengths and decode your natural thinking style.

🎯 Train & Improve

Actively support your cognitive growth using our dedicated training platform. Push your mental limits with our curated collection of brain training games, logic puzzles, and daily tests & quizzes.

🌱 Expand Your Growth

Take your personal development even further with additional, deep-dive assessments focused on your career, relationships, and self-growth.

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No matter where you are on your personal development journey, we're here to help. If you ever have questions about your results or account, please reach out to our team.

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3.9

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Enjoyable challenge

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Derek,

Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the challenge. Our goal is to create an engaging experience that encourages critical thinking while making the process fun and rewarding. We appreciate your support and are glad you enjoyed taking the test!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to complete

Easy to complete, but I'm not mathematically strong

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Customer,

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the test easy to complete. Our assessment is designed to explore different aspects of cognitive ability, not just mathematical skills. Everyone has unique strengths, and we hope the experience gave you an interesting opportunity to discover more about your abilities. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Interesting

Didn't take told long and was interesting

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Leanne,

Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found the test interesting and appreciated how quick and convenient the experience was. We truly appreciate your support and are glad you gave our test a try!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Hello,

Hello,

I want to cancel my Brain$Mate subscription immediately.

A payment of R659.73 was attempted on my Capitec account but was declined.

Please cancel my subscription and stop all future payment attempts.

Please send me written confirmation that my subscription has been cancelled.

Kind regards

6 November 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Leandri,

We understand your concerns regarding the attempted payment and apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.
Should you have any further questions or require additional assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at support@brainsmate.com.

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Very misleading " one off payment "

Very misleading " one off payment "
Avoid at all costs.

27 October 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Dean,

We sincerely apologize for any confusion or frustration caused by your experience. We regret that the payment process did not meet your expectations. Your comments are important to us, and we will take them into consideration as we continue working to improve our service and communication.

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Know your strength

Its a fun and easy to understand brain test

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Alexis,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're happy to hear that you found the test both fun and easy to understand. We strive to create an engaging and accessible experience that allows everyone to challenge their thinking skills while enjoying the process. Your support means a lot to us, and we're glad you enjoyed the test!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Learnt a lot and made me realise my…

Learnt a lot and made me realise my intelligence

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Paige,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that the test provided you with valuable insights and helped you gain a better understanding of your intellectual abilities. Our goal is to make the experience both informative and engaging, encouraging everyone to explore their strengths and areas for improvement. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoyed the experience!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I found the test easy to complete

I found the test easy to complete

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Cherie,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to know that you found the test straightforward and easy to navigate. We aim to provide a smooth and enjoyable testing experience while offering an opportunity to explore different aspects of cognitive abilities. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we hope you enjoyed taking part!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Never done an iq test ,this was done…

Never done an iq test ,this was done online in the comfort of my home ,quick and easy to follow

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Norman,

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that your first IQ test was a positive one. It's great to know that you found the test quick, easy to follow, and convenient to complete from the comfort of your home. We hope you enjoyed discovering more about your cognitive abilities. Thank you for choosing BrainsMate!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Disappointing and Misleading

Disappointing and Misleading – Be Careful Before Paying!

I am extremely unhappy with my experience with BrainsMate. I paid for what I believed was a one-off IQ test, but it was not made clear to me that my card would be charged again afterwards.

I find this incredibly misleading and frustrating. If there is an ongoing subscription or recurring payment involved, this should be made crystal clear before taking payment, not hidden in small print or made easy to miss.

I feel that the payment process was not transparent, and customers deserve to know exactly what they are signing up for before entering their card details.

I would strongly advise others to be very careful before using this service and to check for any recurring charges. I certainly would not recommend it based on my experience.

6 November 2026
Unprompted review
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Customer,

Thank you for sharing your concerns. We sincerely regret that your experience with BrainsMate has been disappointing. We understand how frustrating unexpected charges can be and recognize the importance of transparency when it comes to pricing and subscription conditions. Our team strives to ensure that all relevant payment and subscription information is available to customers before they proceed with their purchase. We are sorry if any part of this information was unclear or overlooked during the checkout process. Your feedback is important to us, and we take such comments seriously as we continuously work to improve our communication, payment experience, and customer support. We appreciate you bringing this matter to our attention.


Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Horrible

Horrible. Stop charging me 39.99.

20 October 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Destinee,

Thank you for bringing this matter to our attention. We sincerely apologize for the frustration and inconvenience caused by the charges. We understand your concerns regarding the recurring payments and appreciate the opportunity to address them. Our customer support team is available at support@brainsmate.com to review your account, clarify the applicable subscription details, and assist you with your concerns. We encourage you to contact us directly so that we can examine your case and provide an appropriate response. Your satisfaction matters to us, and we appreciate the opportunity to look into this matter.

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Well I haven't had a chance to read my…

Well I haven't had a chance to read my score yet you know you say it's all free and stuff and I go through all the jumps and I still don't have my score

5 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Allen,

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand how disappointing it can be to complete the test and not be able to view your score as expected. We would appreciate the opportunity to look into this issue and clarify the steps required to access your results. Please feel free to contact our customer support team at support@brainsmate.com so we can assist you further. Your experience matters to us, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention.

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

BrainsMate are a scam

BrainsMate are a scam. I reached out to them to have my case reviewed before contacting my bank and refund was refused!

The generic replies on here look kind and caring, but they aren't.

In true slime style, they deliver the poop sandwich to you and won't refund.

No cancellation button either.

Preying on people - especially ones who may be clever but have lower executive function due to neurodivergent conditions. The elderly who may not be as tech savvy and other vulnerable members of society.

4 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Lee,

Thank you for taking the time to share your concerns. We're genuinely sorry to hear that your experience has left you feeling disappointed and frustrated. We take feedback regarding our payment, subscription, and cancellation processes very seriously. Please be assured that we do not intend to mislead or disadvantage any of our customers. We aim to provide clear information about our services and subscription terms so that users can make informed decisions. While refund requests are reviewed in accordance with our applicable policies, we regret that the outcome did not meet your expectations. We value your feedback and will take your comments into consideration as we continue working to improve our service and customer experience.


Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brain Fun

it was fun to do the test

5 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Brain,

Thank you for your positive feedback! We're happy to hear that you had fun taking the test and enjoyed the experience. We appreciate you giving our test a try and hope to welcome you back for more engaging challenges in the future!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Christine,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found the test both enjoyable and informative. Our goal is to create an engaging experience that makes learning about your cognitive abilities interesting and fun. We truly appreciate your participation and support!


Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Nope, don't want to

Charging me $1 to find out how smart I am by giving you my credit card.

3 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Kevin,

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We understand your concerns regarding the payment process and the information required to access your results. We strive to make our pricing and payment terms as clear as possible so users can make informed decisions before proceeding. Your comments are important to us, and we will take them into consideration as we continue improving our service and user experience.

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Be more up front about the $1.00…

Be more up front about the $1.00 charge. Test was fun yet challenging

5 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Bryan,

Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the test fun and challenging. We appreciate your comment regarding the $1.00 charge and understand the importance of clear and transparent pricing. Your feedback is valuable and will be taken into consideration as we continue working to improve the user experience. Thank you for giving our test a try!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This text is very good

This text is very good

6 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Gedeon,

Thank you for your kind words! We're pleased to know that you enjoyed our test and found it worthwhile. Your positive feedback means a lot to us and motivates us to continue improving our service. We appreciate your support!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Don’t trust anything

I don’t know

5 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Customer,

Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're sorry to hear that your experience left you feeling uncertain. We value your opinion and would appreciate the opportunity to better understand your concerns. Your feedback helps us identify areas where we can improve our service and provide a clearer, more positive experience for our users.

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Some of the numeracy questions stumped…

Some of the numeracy questions stumped me.

5 November 2026
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Reply from Brainsmate

Dear Customer,

Thank you for sharing your experience! Some questions are designed to be more challenging and encourage you to think outside the box. We're glad you gave them a try and hope the test provided an interesting opportunity to challenge your numerical reasoning skills. We appreciate your participation and feedback!

Best regards,

Customer Support Team
BrainsMate

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