BrainScale
Several formats in one service
Focus on the Dual N Back trainer
BrainScale is an online service with Dual N Back and other exercises for memory, attention, and working with information.
Below is an overview of BrainScale’s features, tutorial, settings, and statistics, as well as a comparison with Dual N Back App, to understand which service and training format suits you best.
Brief definition
BrainScale and Dual N Back App: two approaches to training
BrainScale is an online service for cognitive exercises, including Dual N Back.
Different training formats are collected in one place: arithmetic exercises, sequences, memory, and other tasks.
The service can be tried directly in the browser without mandatory registration.
BrainScale can be viewed as a platform with several types of exercises rather than as a single trainer.
Journey through the service
How BrainScale and Dual N Back App work
Both services run directly in the browser, but their user journeys are structured differently — from choosing an exercise and configuring it to reviewing results and returning to training.
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Choose an exercise
Enter through a task catalog: Dual N Back, memory, arithmetic, and sequences.
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Rules and instructions
Each format has its own principle; Dual N Back has a separate tutorial.
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Configure parameters
Choose the pace, audio signal, and session length before starting.
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Complete a round
Complete the task in the browser according to the rules of the selected exercise.
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Outcome and difficulty
A basic session result; in Dual N Back, difficulty adapts to the answers.
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History and progress
The session log and progress are saved when a registered account is used.
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Repeat or change format
Return to completed tasks or switch to other exercises in the catalog.
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Start directly
Focus immediately on Dual N Back without having to choose from a catalog.
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Interactive tutorial
Step-by-step practice with an explanation of position, sound, and the logic of N levels.
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Choose a mode
Train position, audio, or both channels at the same time with a starting N.
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Focused round
A clean interface without distracting elements for full concentration on the task.
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Detailed analysis
Accuracy, sensitivity index d′, misses, false presses, and reaction time.
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Automatic difficulty adjustment
Smooth adjustment with the option to confirm or postpone moving to a new N.
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Support for consistency
Daily goals, training-day streaks, local statistics, and reminders.
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Cross-platform availability
Full use from a computer, tablet, or phone directly in the browser.
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Feedback and development
Regular trainer updates that take user suggestions and requests into account.
BrainScale structures the process around choosing between different exercises: the user chooses a format, completes a training session, views the result, and can then continue the same exercise or switch to another one.
Dual N Back App guides the user more deeply within a single trainer — from the interactive tutorial and training to a detailed result, automatic difficulty adjustment, and the next session.
First use
Can BrainScale and Dual N Back App be used for free?
Both services can be tried without payment or mandatory registration. The difference appears later — in how results are saved and which conditions matter for regular training.
What matters on the first launch
- whether you can start without registration;
- where results are saved;
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which features are available for free,
and which are paid.
Can be tried for free
You can open the exercises directly in the browser and start without an account.
An account is required for full statistics and progress tracking.
Advanced service features are available in the paid version.
Different training formats
Which exercises does BrainScale offer besides Dual N Back?
BrainScale is not limited to a single trainer. The service includes different exercises for memory, working with numbers and sequences, and retaining information.
This is convenient if you want to vary the format of your sessions and not focus only on Dual N Back.
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Working memory
You need to retain information while completing an additional task.
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Mental arithmetic
Tasks involving mental calculations and sequential work with numbers.
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Corsi test
You need to remember the positions of elements and then repeat them in the correct sequence.
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Memory span
Tasks for memorizing and reproducing sequences.
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Serial addition
Each new number must be linked to the previous one and a calculation performed.
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Cryptogram
A task for finding patterns and decoding hidden text.
If you need Dual N Back for memory and attention training
BrainScale lets you switch between different types of exercises.
Dual N Back App takes a different direction — the service focuses on a single Dual N Back trainer for memory and attention and develops more features within the training itself.
The interactive tutorial helps explain the rules, difficulty is adjusted to the user’s level, and after each training session you can examine the result in more detail and understand what went well and where errors occurred.
Brief comparison
BrainScale and Dual N Back App: what is the difference?
The main difference is the approach. BrainScale offers several different exercises on one platform, while Dual N Back App develops one Dual N Back practice for memory and attention in greater depth.
| What we compare | BrainScale | Dual N Back App | What it means for you |
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Main
approach |
Several different exercises in one service | Specialization in Dual N Back | BrainScale offers more variety. Dual N Back App offers more depth in one practice. |
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First
launch |
Can be tried without registration | Can be started without registration | In both services, you can first try a training session without creating an account. |
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Learn
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Dual N Back has an interactive tutorial | Interactive tutorial with practice using the actual trainer | Both help explain the rules before independent training. |
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Difficulty
change |
In Dual N Back, the level can change automatically based on results; manual settings are available | Difficulty is automatically adjusted to the user’s skills and can increase gradually; the user confirms the move to a new N | In Dual N Back App, the workload increases more gradually and remains under the user’s control. |
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Training
result |
Results and statistics are available when an account is used | Overall accuracy + matches found, misses, extra presses, and response time | Dual N Back App explains in more detail how the result was formed. |
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Session
history |
An account is used for full progress tracking | History is stored locally on the current device | BrainScale is more convenient for account-based history, while Dual N Back App is more convenient for use without mandatory registration. |
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Exercise
selection |
Several different training formats | Main focus on Dual N Back | If you want to vary tasks, choose BrainScale. If memory and attention through Dual N Back are the priority, choose the specialized option. |
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Devices
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Works through the browser on different devices | Available on computer, tablet, and phone | Both services can be used without a mandatory separate app. |
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Service
development |
The platform is developed as a set of different exercises | Support collects feedback, and suggestions are taken into account when improving the trainer | In Dual N Back App, the user can directly influence the development of the specialized trainer. |
Main approach
Several different exercises in one service
Specialization in Dual N Back
BrainScale offers more variety. Dual N Back App offers more depth in one practice.
First launch
Can be tried without registration
Can be started without registration
In both services, you can first try a training session without creating an account.
Learn
Dual N Back has an interactive tutorial
Interactive tutorial with practice using the actual trainer
Both help explain the rules before independent training.
Difficulty change
In Dual N Back, the level can change automatically based on results; manual settings are available
Difficulty is automatically adjusted to the user’s skills and can increase gradually; the user confirms the move to a new N
In Dual N Back App, the workload increases more gradually and remains under the user’s control.
Training result
Results and statistics are available when an account is used
Overall accuracy + matches found, misses, extra presses, and response time
Dual N Back App explains in more detail how the result was formed.
Session history
An account is used for full progress tracking
History is stored locally on the current device
BrainScale is more convenient for account-based history, while Dual N Back App is more convenient for use without mandatory registration.
Exercise selection
Several different training formats
Main focus on Dual N Back
If you want to vary tasks, choose BrainScale. If memory and attention through Dual N Back are the priority, choose the specialized option.
Devices
Works through the browser on different devices
Available on computer, tablet, and phone
Both services can be used without a mandatory separate app.
Service development
The platform is developed as a set of different exercises
Support collects feedback, and suggestions are taken into account when improving the trainer
In Dual N Back App, the user can directly influence the development of the specialized trainer.
Help with choosing
Which option is right for you
The choice depends on what matters more to you: alternating between different exercises or going deeper with one trainer and seeing clear progress.
If you want to vary the training format
BrainScale is suitable if you like alternating between different exercises: training memory, working with numbers and sequences, or choosing Dual N Back.
This is an option for those who value a variety of training within one platform.
- Different exercises
- Change the session format
- Everything in one service
If you want to train memory and attention in greater depth
Dual N Back App is suitable if you want to focus on one trainer and gradually move from simpler training sessions to more difficult ones.
Difficulty adapts to the user’s results; after the session, you can see where errors occurred and understand which next step is most suitable.
- Memory and attention
- Difficulty for your level
- Detailed training analysis
If the second option is closer to what you need, you can try it in practice in 60 seconds ↓
Try Dual N Back in 60 seconds
A short round will help you experience how Dual N Back works in practice.
Before you begin, simple rules will be shown, then you can complete 10–12 steps at level 1N directly on this page.
Short answers
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an account to use BrainScale?
No. You can start and try the exercises without registration. You will need an account if you want to save statistics and track progress between training sessions.
Does BrainScale change the difficulty automatically?
Yes. In Dual N Back, the difficulty level can change depending on the user’s result. Some training parameters can also be configured manually.
Do I need an account for Dual N Back App?
No. Training sessions, the interactive tutorial, and the service’s current features can be used without mandatory registration. Session history is currently stored locally on the device.
How does difficulty change in Dual N Back App?
Difficulty is adjusted automatically depending on how the user handles the training. The workload can increase gradually, and the user can accept or postpone moving to a new N level.
Where is progress saved in BrainScale and Dual N Back App?
In BrainScale, an account is used to save complete statistics. In Dual N Back App, history is currently stored locally on each device, so data from different devices is not combined automatically.
Can BrainScale and Dual N Back App be used on a phone?
Yes. Both services are available through a browser on computers and mobile devices. Dual N Back App is also adapted for touchscreen controls.
Which should I choose: BrainScale or Dual N Back App?
BrainScale is better suited to those who want to switch between different exercises within one platform. Dual N Back App is worth trying if your main interest is memory and attention training through Dual N Back, with an interactive tutorial, automatically adjusted difficulty, and a detailed analysis of every training session.