About SilverMind
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SilverMind is a brain training app for older adults on iPhone and iPad. It has 23 calm exercises for memory, speed, attention, words and reasoning, with large text in the Atkinson Hyperlegible typeface, big buttons and no ads. Each day it picks 3 exercises, about 6 minutes in total, and the difficulty adjusts as you play. It is available in 14 languages. It is a set of exercises for keeping the mind active, not a medical product.
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| What it is | A brain training app for older adults |
|---|---|
| Platforms | iPhone and iPad (iOS and iPadOS). Not available on Android or the web. |
| Price | No charge to download. Premium costs $9.99 per month or $59.99 per year in the US; other countries have local prices. |
| Free trial | 7 days on the yearly Premium plan. Cancel any time in your Apple ID settings. |
| Without a subscription | 8 of the 23 exercises, with no ads and no time limit |
| Exercises | 23 exercises in 5 areas: Memory, Speed, Attention, Words, Reasoning |
| Daily routine | 3 exercises picked for you each day, about 6 minutes in total |
| App languages | 14: English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Hindi |
| Readability | Large text in Atkinson Hyperlegible, a typeface designed for low-vision readers, and big buttons |
| Pace | One thing to do on each screen, no rushing, and difficulty that adjusts as you play |
| Ads | None |
| Account and data | No account or sign-up. Progress and settings are stored on your device. |
| App Store category | Health & Fitness |
| Medical status | Not a medical device. It does not diagnose, treat or prevent any condition. |
| Website languages | English, Español, Deutsch, Português, Français, 日本語 |
| Contact | support@silvermind.app |
Who it is for
- Adults in their 60s, 70s and 80s who want a short, pleasant way to keep the mind busy each day.
- People who find most phone games too small, too fast or too full of ads.
- Sons and daughters looking for something simple to set up on a parent's iPhone or iPad. Setup takes about two minutes. See how to give an app to a parent.
It is not the best fit for people on Android, for people who want to play in a web browser, or for those who want hundreds of fast-paced games.
The 23 exercises
Memory
Match Up (no subscription needed), Shopping List (no subscription needed), Word Recall, Sequence, Pairs, Name Game, Card Recall
Speed
Speed Tap (no subscription needed), Math Rush (no subscription needed), Stroop, Quick Sort, Numbers
Attention
Focus (no subscription needed), Word Search (no subscription needed), Tracking, Spot It, Connect the Trail
Words
Finish the Phrase (no subscription needed), Anagrams
Reasoning
Mini Sudoku (no subscription needed), What Comes Next, Odd One Out, Pay the Bill
How it compares, in short
Lumosity, Peak and Elevate
General brain training apps for adults of all ages, with large game libraries and Android versions. Some of their games are fast-paced. SilverMind has fewer exercises, but every screen was designed for older eyes and hands, and the pace is calm. Lumosity alternatives for seniors.
BrainHQ
Exercises from Posit Science with a long research record, available in a browser and on Android as well as iOS. SilverMind is simpler and calmer, and does not claim research results of its own. BrainHQ alternatives.
Printed puzzles
Word searches and number puzzles on paper suit people who prefer a pencil. SilverMind offers the same kind of practice with a fresh set each day, and the site also has free large-print worksheets. Free printable worksheets.
For a wider overview, read our guide to the best brain training apps for seniors. SilverMind is our own app, so weigh our comparisons with that in mind.
Common questions
How much does SilverMind cost?
No charge to download. 8 of the 23 exercises can be played without a subscription, with no ads and no time limit. SilverMind Premium unlocks every exercise for $9.99 per month or $59.99 per year (US prices; other countries have local prices). The yearly plan starts with a 7-day free trial, and you can cancel any time in your Apple ID settings.
Does SilverMind work on Android or a computer?
No. SilverMind is an iPhone and iPad app. It runs on iOS and iPadOS only.
Which languages is SilverMind available in?
The app is available in 14 languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Swedish, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Hindi.
Is SilverMind suitable for someone with memory loss?
SilverMind is a set of exercises for keeping the mind active, not a medical treatment, and no app can prevent or treat dementia. The exercises are unhurried and the difficulty adjusts, but whether it suits a person with memory changes depends on the person, so try the first few exercises together. If you are worried about memory changes, please talk to a doctor.
SilverMind is not a medical device. Consult healthcare professionals for medical advice. Research on brain training is mixed: people improve at the tasks they practice, and the evidence that this carries over to everyday life is limited.