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Your cognitive profile in 3 steps

Step 01

Take the Assessment

30 calibrated questions measuring pattern recognition, logical reasoning, and spatial intelligence.

Step 02

AI Analysis

Our algorithm compares your responses against millions of data points to calculate your cognitive profile.

Step 03

Get Your IQ Score

Receive your complete IQ score with percentile ranking and a detailed breakdown by cognitive domain.

The science behind your IQ

86B
Neurons in your brain
Each neuron connects to up to 10,000 others. Your IQ reflects how efficiently these networks fire and communicate.
23%
Score above 110
Scoring above average puts you ahead of over 200 million Americans in cognitive processing speed.
50%
IQ is heritable
Twin studies show 50–80% of IQ variation is genetic. But environment and training play a major role too.

How do you compare to history's greatest minds?

Most people are surprised by how they score.

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160
Albert Einstein
Physics
🎨
180
Leonardo da Vinci
Art & Science
🌌
160
Stephen Hawking
Cosmology
163
Marilyn Monroe
Entertainment
🚀
155
Elon Musk
Technology
💻
151
Bill Gates
Computing
🇺🇸
98
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A complete cognitive profile — not just a number

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Your Exact IQ Score
A precise score calibrated against 2.8 million Americans. Includes your national percentile rank and score category.
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Official PDF Certificate
A printable certificate with your name, score, date, and session ID. Shareable on LinkedIn or with friends.
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Cognitive Domain Breakdown
Detailed scores across 4 domains: Pattern Recognition, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Ability, and Spatial Intelligence.
Bell Curve Comparison
See exactly where you land on the normal distribution — with comparisons to historical geniuses and the average American.
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Unlimited access to scientifically designed cognitive exercises targeting memory, focus, processing speed, and reasoning.
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What does your IQ score mean?

130+
2% of pop.
Very Superior
Gifted level. Top 2% of the population.
120–129
7% of pop.
Superior
Well above average. Strong analytical ability.
110–119
16% of pop.
High Average
Above average. College-level performance.
90–109
50% of pop.
Average
Normal range. Most Americans score here.
80–89
16% of pop.
Low Average
Slightly below average range.
70–79
7% of pop.
Borderline
Well below average.

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What Americans say after testing

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Sarah K.
California · IQ 121
★★★★★

I scored 121 — way higher than I expected! The cognitive breakdown showed exactly where my strengths are. The PDF certificate looks completely official.

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James T.
Texas · IQ 108
★★★★★

Really well-designed test. The visual questions felt like a real IQ assessment. I liked that it showed my percentile rank compared to other Americans.

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Emily R.
New York · IQ 134
★★★★★

Scored 134! The detailed report was fascinating. I knew I was good at patterns but did not realize my spatial reasoning was that strong.

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Michael P.
Florida · IQ 116
★★★★★

I have taken other IQ tests online and this one felt the most legitimate. The analyzing screen made it feel like real AI was processing my results.

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Jessica L.
Ohio · IQ 127
★★★★★

The brain training games are actually addictive. I have been playing them daily and I can feel my focus improving. Great value with the subscription.

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David M.
Georgia · IQ 99
★★★★★

Scored right at average. The breakdown showed I am strong in logic and weaker in spatial. Very useful to know where to focus.

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