Number Memory Test vs Visual Memory Test
Number Memory uses verbal/numeric encoding — you read and re-type digits, leaning on the phonological loop. Visual Memory uses spatial encoding — you watch tile positions and recall them, leaning on the visuospatial sketchpad.
When to take the Number Memory Test
Use Number Memory if you want to benchmark verbal working memory — closer to academic tasks like remembering phone numbers or instructions.
Take Number Memory Test →When to take the Visual Memory Test
Use Visual Memory if you want to benchmark spatial working memory — closer to navigation and visual-pattern tasks.
Take Visual Memory Test →Frequently asked questions
Why do I score so differently on these two tests?
Verbal and visual-spatial working memory are partially independent systems. Some people excel at one and not the other. Strong digit-span performance doesn't predict strong spatial recall, and vice versa.
Which is closer to a standard IQ-style memory subtest?
Number Memory is closer to traditional digit-span subtests used in cognitive assessment batteries. Visual Memory has spatial analogues in some batteries (Corsi block-tapping) but uses a different presentation style here.