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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

2.6

Educational Testing Service
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Evaluating 57 reviews, most reviewers were unhappy with their experience overall. Many people reported feeling that initial low prices were not clearly communicated, leading to significantly higher, unexpected amounts. Customers frequently discovered they were enrolled in recurring subscriptions, with concerns about the clarity of disclosure or consent. This led to numerous unexpected deductions from their bank accounts, causing frustration and financial distress. Reviewers often described the website's practices as unclear, with terms and conditions not being transparently presented. Many people also faced significant challenges when attempting to obtain refunds for these unexpected charges.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Test was fun, interface was great, took one star off because I was told it’d be free and turned out to be 1.95€ instead. Still, the email i received immediately after payment made it clear it was a su... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I hope you, an online customer like me, read this message before going to IQ Academy. This website is a complete scam. They make it seem like you’re only paying £0.39 to get your results, but then,... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Scammed out of £39.99. They tell you they're only charging you £0.49 then they rip you off. The test doesn't even constitute any offical indication of your IQ, which can only be ascertained by a psych... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid. The site is a scam. My child used credit card details which were logged on Google Chrome to pay for an IQ test. Soon after, I discover that she had unknowingly "subscribed" to a costly annual s... See more

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  1. Educational Testing Service

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IQ Academy is a fun and easy-to-use platform that helps you understand and improve your brainpower 🧠✨ We focus on essential skills like logical thinking, pattern recognition, spatial reasoning, and attention to detail. Our Mensa-style IQ test takes less than 10 minutes ⏱️ and gives you a quick, reliable snapshot of your cognitive strengths. Once you’re done, you’ll receive a clear, detailed results report along with an official IQ certificate 📄🎓 Loved by thousands of users worldwide 🌍, IQ Academy also offers personalized brain-training exercises to help you sharpen your mind over time. Many users notice clearer thinking and real improvements in their cognitive skills 💡🚀 Whether you’re curious about your IQ, working on personal growth, or preparing for exams 📚, IQ Academy makes it easy to track your progress and build lasting mental fitness. Start your journey to sharper thinking today — your brain will thank you! 😊

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2.6

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TrustScore 2.5 out of 5

415 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Puzzling

It was testing my eyes and mind very well to see if I could see the many differences for each question.

June 5, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

SHAZ VETA

HI, IM SHERMYRA NAHVETA YES MUCH HARDER THAN ANY OTHER IQ TEST DONE ON-LINE, ITS LOWEST IQ-TEST SCORE EVER. THANKS AGAIN REGARDS SHERMYRA NAHVETA.

June 5, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I’m not happy with IQ Academy because…

I’m not happy with IQ Academy because my teenager who is under 16 done the IQ test while he was playing with my phone. We were out on a car drive at the time. He told he was doing a test and said he needed my email address to get the results. When I stopped my car I put in my email address, saw it said to pay £0.49, and thought that’s fine I will pay that. I didn’t read anything else as I was in a hurry. Little did I know I would be charged £39.99 two days later.
I contacted customer service by email to explain. They told me it clearly states the 48 hour trial and they won’t refund me because the charge goes to set up the subscription. They even said they have cancelled it now so I won’t need to pay next month. When I checked my account the next day it was still active, so I did it myself. Not happy

June 2, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Chargeable IQ Tests...Do not use!

These jokers have set it up so that the IQ tests taken are chargeable, but the website doesn't make this clear beforehand. I'm absolutely furious!!! My my time has been wasted taking the test to then be prompted to a card billing page at the end to get the results. These are scammers. They should of clearly made me aware that the test will follow a charge to get the results. Better still, they shouldn't be charging at all!!! Google need to take responsibility for having IQ Academy at the top of the Google search listing, absolutely ridiculous.

May 30, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Is the IQ test about not giving them your money? ;)

The test probably works. But it's a money making exercise to lure you into a subscription - so I didn't hand them my email address, or any money - I checked TrustPilot first, and they have a 2.8/5 score - I hope that proves my IQ passed the test of not being fooled! - perhaps they work out your IQ before deciding how much money they can trick you into paying?

May 26, 2025
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

They are scam

They have took 39.99 pounds from my account without my permission. This is a big time farad,,i have been scammed .please stop them.

May 26, 2025
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