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PrismThe full-spectrum IQ test

Sixty puzzles across three kinds of thinking: interactive visual challenges, number patterns written from scratch and verbal reasoning in your own language. Scored with the statistical model behind modern standardized tests.

  • PerceptionSpot differences, turn 3D objects, predict motion, fold paper, repeat sequences
  • QuantityHidden rules, numbers in orbit, block towers and balanced scales
  • LanguageAnalogies, categories, deduction and sequences in 20 languages
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Understanding Intelligence Testing

Learn about the science behind IQ testing, how scores are calculated, and what they really mean for cognitive assessment.

What is IQ?

Intelligence Quotient (IQ) is a standardized measure of human intelligence and cognitive ability. IQ tests assess various mental capabilities including logical reasoning, problem-solving, pattern recognition, mathematical ability, verbal comprehension, and spatial awareness.

Developed by French psychologist Alfred Binet in the early 1900s, modern IQ tests are based on psychometric principles and calibrated against large representative samples. The average IQ score is set at 100, with a standard deviation of 15 points.

IQ Score Ranges

Each dot is one simulated score on a scale with a mean of 100 and a standard deviation of 15.

A normal distribution of IQ scores. About half of all people score between 90 and 109, and about 2% score 130 or higher.
IQ score ranges and the share of people in each range
ScoreClassification
130+Very Superior (Top 2%)
120-129Superior
110-119High Average
90-109Average
80-89Low Average
70-79Borderline

How Our IQ Tests Work

Our assessments are designed using established psychometric principles and follow standardized testing methodologies.

  • Scientific Validation

    Tests are calibrated against large representative samples using statistical methods to ensure accurate scoring and reliable results.

  • Instant Analysis

    Receive immediate comprehensive results with detailed breakdowns of performance across different cognitive domains.

  • Norm-Referenced Scoring

    Your score is compared against a diverse sample of test-takers, ensuring fair and accurate percentile rankings.

  • Privacy Protected

    Your test results are private and secure. No personal information is stored or shared without explicit consent.

A sample IQ result report showing an IQ score of 118, the 88th percentile, a breakdown by cognitive domain, and a private result badge.

Available IQ Tests

Choose from our professionally designed IQ tests, each tailored to measure different aspects of cognitive intelligence.

Quick Culturally Independent IQ Test

A short culture-fair IQ test of logical reasoning, pattern recognition and visual problem-solving. Every question uses shapes, sequences and spatial patterns instead of words, so it suits any language background.

Questions
10
Time limit
10 minutes
Price
Free
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Numeric Pattern IQ Test

A short reasoning test based on numbers, sequences and simple arithmetic patterns. All tasks are non-verbal and require recognizing numeric rules, progressions and transformations. No english skills are required.

Questions
15
Time limit
15 minutes
Price
Free
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Prism Full-Spectrum IQ Assessment

Sixty interactive, numerical and verbal puzzles in sixty minutes. A full-spectrum IQ estimate with three index scores, a detailed report and a certificate.

Questions
60
Time limit
60 minutes
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Why Choose Our IQ Tests?

Experience the difference with scientifically-designed assessments that provide accurate, reliable, and meaningful insights into cognitive abilities.

  • Psychometrically Valid

    Based on established psychometric principles with standardized scoring methodologies used by educational and psychological professionals.

  • Comprehensive Reporting

    Receive detailed results including your IQ score, percentile ranking, performance breakdown by question type, and statistical analysis.

  • Norm-Referenced Scoring

    Your score is calculated relative to a representative sample of test-takers, ensuring fair and accurate percentile-based comparisons.

  • Privacy Protected

    Your test results remain private and secure. No personal information is stored or shared without your explicit consent, in compliance with privacy standards.

  • Cross-Platform Access

    Take tests on any modern device. Our responsive design ensures optimal performance and usability across desktop, tablet, and mobile platforms.

  • Educational Insights

    Beyond scores, receive explanations of question types, cognitive domains tested, and guidance for interpreting and understanding your results.

Assessment Methodology

Our IQ tests are designed using established psychometric principles and follow standardized testing protocols to ensure reliable and valid results.

  • Norm-Referenced Scoring

    Scores are calculated relative to a representative sample, ensuring fair percentile rankings.

  • Multiple Cognitive Domains

    Tests evaluate logical reasoning, mathematical ability, verbal comprehension, and spatial reasoning.

  • Standardized Administration

    Consistent testing conditions with clear instructions and standardized timing protocols.

  • Quality Assurance

    Statistical validation ensures test-retest reliability and construct validity of measurements.

Educational Resources & Articles

Explore comprehensive, science-based articles about IQ testing, intelligence measurement, and cognitive assessment.

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How We Calculate IQ Scores

Our IQ scoring methodology is based on established psychometric principles, specifically inspired by norm-referenced scoring methods used in professional assessments. The calculation process considers both accuracy and time efficiency, comparing your performance to other test-takers.

Example result

7 of 10 correct

Higher than 64% of test-takers

1:30 faster

than test-takers with the same accuracy

IQ 112

Higher than 79% of test-takers

n = 2,000

A bigger sample makes every percentile more precise

Accuracy Component

Your accuracy, the percentage of questions answered correctly, forms the primary component of your score. This is calculated relative to all other test-takers, establishing your accuracy percentile ranking.

Time Efficiency Component

We also analyze how quickly you solve problems, but only in comparison to others with similar accuracy levels. This prevents fast but incorrect answers from inflating scores. The time component is weighted based on your accuracy. If you're highly accurate, solving problems quickly is rewarded more significantly.

Norm-Referenced Scoring

Your final IQ score is determined by comparing your combined performance (accuracy and time) to a representative sample of other test-takers. This percentile-based approach ensures that scores are meaningful and comparable, following the same principles used in professional IQ assessments like the WAIS and Stanford-Binet.

Growing Sample Size Advantage

As more people take our tests, the sample size grows, making percentile rankings increasingly accurate. This is a significant advantage over traditional norming, which typically uses samples of 1,000-2,000 people. Our growing database allows for more precise population estimates and more reliable IQ score calculations. The larger the sample, the better we can represent the actual distribution of human intelligence.

Scientific Foundations & Resources

Our IQ tests are based on established psychometric principles and intelligence theory. Below are valuable resources for learning more about intelligence testing and cognitive assessment.

  1. 1904Spearman's g factor
  2. 1905Binet-Simon scale
  3. 1916Stanford-Binet
  4. 1938Raven's Progressive Matrices
  5. 1939Wechsler-Bellevue scale
  6. 1955WAIS
  7. 1983Multiple intelligences
  8. 1985Triarchic theory
  9. 1993Carroll's three-stratum model

Established IQ Tests & Research

Academic Resources

Key Research & Theory

  • Spearman's g Factor: The theory of general intelligence (g) that underlies all cognitive abilities
  • Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC) Theory: A comprehensive model of cognitive abilities including fluid and crystallized intelligence
  • Multiple Intelligences Theory: Howard Gardner's theory proposing multiple distinct types of intelligence
  • Triarchic Theory of Intelligence: Robert Sternberg's model including analytical, creative, and practical intelligence

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