Vigilance Buddy
The Psychomotor Vigilance Task (PVT) app for measuring sustained attention, reaction time, and fatigue on iOS and Android.
Available on iOS and Android.
Psychomotor Vigilance Task test in your pocket
Vigilance Buddy helps you run the classic Psychomotor Vigilance Task, where participants respond as quickly as possible to an on-screen stimulus over a defined period.
Maximum flexibility
Configure the number of trials, timing parameters, and test settings so they align with your protocol.
Result analysis
Monitor reaction times and lapses directly in the app, so you can quickly see how psychomotor vigilance changes over time.
Easy export
Export your Psychomotor Vigilance Task results to a .CSV file and send them via email or your favorite messaging app.
Built for research and privacy
Vigilance Buddy is designed with researchers and students in mind: data is stored on the device and can be exported only when you choose to share it.
Vigilance Buddy FAQ
Can I use this app for my thesis or small research project?
Yes. Many students use Vigilance Buddy to collect Psychomotor Vigilance Task (PVT) data for their bachelor or master thesis, or for small pilot studies.
Do I need special lab equipment?
No. You only need an iOS or Android device. The app handles the timing of the stimuli and logs reaction times for you.
Can I export my PVT data to Excel, SPSS, or R?
Yes. You can export your results as a .CSV file and open it in tools like Excel, SPSS, R, or Python for further analysis.
Use Vigilance Buddy with other Research Buddies apps
Combine Vigilance Buddy with Stroop Buddy for Stroop Tests and NBack Buddy for N-back working memory training, or visit the Research Buddies home page to see all cognitive test apps.