5 apps to train your memory and concentration

Every day we consume a huge amount of information, and the number of items on the to-do lists is only growing. As a result, in the evening it is difficult for us to concentrate and focus our attention. In today's selection from — 5 applications that will help you relax and arrange training of memory and concentration in a playful way.

These games are especially useful for students and people who work intellectually. As a student, these games helped me to get better at university. It even got easier for me to do my computer science homework, which was probably the hardest subject for me.

Drawing up all sorts of "check" and "to-do" sheets has become a real panacea of our time. This is really quite convenient and even productive if you do not give up halfway and do not forget to look there more often to compare the real-life course with the planned one. The most important thing, in this case, is to keep a balance. So my little tip is to make sure to include in your lists of daily habits those that will help you take a break from your daily routine and make your brain work a little harder and work in a slightly different way. Today I want to share 5 of my favorite apps that help you in the daily hustle and bustle not to forget to set aside time for memory training and mental development.

1. Memorado

iOS/Android

I fell in love with this app literally at first sight. It has everything you need: a user-friendly interface, simple and eye-pleasing graphics, perfectly matched music and touch sounds, clearly depicted the result of training, and a lot of additional features. When you first open it, you will have to choose the brain functions that you would like to improve: this can be memorizing new names, mindfulness, concentration, and many other options. Then every week you will receive a reminder to complete a new task. In addition to the main action line, there are 6 multi-level games designed specifically to improve memory and other skills. All of them are charmingly drawn and thought out. There is also a paid premium version in the app, where the number of games and other attributes is many times greater. It is profitable to purchase a package of services you like if you do not hurry and wait for special promotions, which, according to my observations, appear very often. As a nice bonus, the developers have added a separate menu for meditation and relaxation. There is also an anti-stress coloring book, detailed instructions for beginners, audio sessions for relaxation, and much more. As a result, it turned out to be a great app that will help you pass the time productively, train your memory or calm your nerves a little.

2. Brain Wars

iOS/Android

Another game application aimed at training basic brain functions. It is completely different from the previous one and is made in the format of competition with other participants, and not personal training. On the home page, you can monitor how your reaction speed, counting ability, memory, and other qualities are improving. The training itself is a series of very entertaining short games with a live opponent. The application also allows you to view the statistics of wins and losses for a selected period, increase your player status and add friends. I must say, all this is very addictive, and you do not notice at all how you start to enter the cherished interface more and more often.

3. Fillwords

iOS/Android

It is a good old word game in a slightly different interpretation. Everything is as simple and clear as possible. On the screen, there is a field with a set of letters that need to be connected by a single line into words. It would seem that what could be easier? But try it, and you'll see for yourself. A nice plus is the huge number of levels that are added by the developers faster than it is possible to pass them. A great puzzle game to expand your vocabulary and spend time effectively waiting for transport or waiting in line at the supermarket checkout. Besides, it leaves few people indifferent, and you will not have time to notice how all your friends will join your search for hidden words.

4. Alibra Sky

iOS/Android

This application differs from the others in the selection in that it is aimed directly at learning a language, in particular English. But we must give it its due, because if we talk about memory training and memorizing new words – it is really on top. In the free version, you can try working with one simple package of themes. The system of learning new material and repetitions of what has already been passed is specially designed in such a way as to achieve the best result. You can read more about the non-random number of repetitions of topics and the best assimilation of information directly in the application itself. It should be noted that I bought the full version almost immediately, although this is very rare for me. Well, one thing is for sure: it works. It is very pleasant to discover new necessary words and combinations in your memory quite unexpectedly. And separately, I would like to highlight the fact that the developers have created a special version for learning business English, which is the best fit for those who use the language to work and conclude international transactions.

5. Peak

This is a set of mini-games that are divided into groups. There are exercises for training memory, quick thinking, and mindfulness. Separately, it is worth noting the puzzles on the knowledge of the language. So you kill two birds with one stone: you train your brain, and you tighten your tongue.

After installing the app, you will have to pass a test. Based on its results, Peak will determine the basic level of your skills and suggest puzzles of suitable difficulty. The full version of the app is

paid, and for owners of Apple devices, it will cost 7 times more expensive than for Android users. Anyways, the free version of the mini-games is quite comprehensive, it will last for a long time.