BrainTokens: Earn Screen Time
Learn Math, Phonics & Reading
About
This app allows children to earn screen time by completing educational exercises in math, phonics, and reading. Parents can set up which apps are unlocked and for how long, with progress tracked via a PIN-protected dashboard. It offers a COPPA-compliant, ad-free experience focused on learning and responsible digital habits.
What's New in BrainTokens
1.0.7
September 29, 2026
New games, new voices, and a fresh Toddler Mode: • Beat Buddy — a new Brain Break: the brain plays a beat on four drum pads, your child taps it back • Maze Run — a new Brain Break: guide the brain through a maze, grab the gem, reach the coin • Brain Breaks sit in the module rotation and earn half the tokens of learning modules, so practice always pays more • Toddler Mode: three new games — Drum Party, Maze, and Pairs (easy picture matching) • Toddler Mode now talks in a friendly kid voice — choose Benji or Gracie in Parent settings • Refreshed Toddler Mode design • Families who haven't unlocked an app yet get a few bonus plays before the paywall • Play Again now counts toward free plays correctly • Manage Apps no longer lists websites, which BrainTokens can't lock • Bug fixes and polish
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BrainTokens Annual
Full access to BrainTokens for one year.
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FAQ
How does BrainTokens work?
Children complete educational exercises in subjects like math and reading. Upon earning tokens, they can unlock their favorite apps for a set duration. Once the time expires, apps automatically lock again. Parents manage all settings through a PIN-protected dashboard.
What educational subjects are covered in BrainTokens?
BrainTokens offers a variety of subjects including Math (addition, subtraction, multiplication), Spelling, Reading Comprehension, Phonics, Memory Match, Word Scramble, Telling Time, and Number Patterns. The content adapts to your child's age and progress.
Is BrainTokens safe for children?
Yes, BrainTokens is COPPA-compliant and prioritizes privacy. All progress data is stored locally on the device, and no personal information about your child is collected, sold, or shared. It is also ad-free and has no trackers.
What are the subscription options for BrainTokens?
BrainTokens offers two subscription plans: a monthly plan for $9.99/month and an annual plan for $49.99/year, which provides the best value. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date.
Can I cancel my BrainTokens subscription?
Yes, you can cancel your BrainTokens subscription at any time. To cancel, navigate to Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions on your device. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation.
What devices support BrainTokens?
BrainTokens is available on iPhone and iPad devices. It utilizes Apple's Family Controls framework, the same technology built into iOS Screen Time, ensuring robust app locking.
How often is BrainTokens updated?
The latest version of BrainTokens is 1.0.3, which was last updated on June 22, 2026. Updates typically include improvements to content, features, and stability to enhance the user experience.
Does BrainTokens have ads?
No, BrainTokens is ad-free. The app is designed to provide a focused learning and screen time management experience without interruptions from advertisements.
