# StudyBreak vs BreakTime

The clearest difference is update cadence: StudyBreak at every 2 weeks against BreakTime's every 3 months. StudyBreak also leads on review sentiment (72% vs 50%) and ratings volume (200 vs 12). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StudyBreak sells 17 in-app purchases, starting at $0.89 per 7 days and BreakTime sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for StudyBreak against 4.8 for BreakTime. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StudyBreak has 200 ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 72% of StudyBreak's written reviews are positive against 50% of BreakTime's.

StudyBreak ships an update every 2 weeks, BreakTime every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StudyBreak | BreakTime |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (200 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybreak-procrastinate-less/id1020691962/reviews) | **[4.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breaktime-work-break-timer/id1503198369/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **200** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **71.8% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 249 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kenechi Okolo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1020691961) | [Stoyan Hristov](https://appshunter.io/developer/584595816) |

## What reviewers say

### StudyBreak

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/studybreak-procrastinate-less/id1020691962)

This app helps users overcome distractions and procrastination by implementing a timed study and break system. It offers personalized study plans generated from syllabi and transforms study materials into audio podcasts for on-the-go learning.

**Highlights:** Timed study and break intervals, Distraction blocking alerts, Personalized study plan generation, PDF to audio podcast conversion, Background mode operation, Today Widget for quick control, Apple Watch companion app

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (17)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Notebook Gold | $0.89 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $0.99 | per month |
| Premium | $1.49 | per 3 months |
| Notebook Gold | $1.99 | per month |
| Notebook Platinum | $5.99 | per month |
| Notebook Gold | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium (Annual) | $34.99 | per year |
| Study Plan & Podcast Starter Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| 10 Notebook Credits | $1.99 | one-time |
| Developer Fuel | $2.99 | one-time |
| Focus Timer Pro | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlimited + (One Time Payment) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Helping Hand | $4.99 | one-time |
| 100 Notebook Credits | $6.99 | one-time |
| Loyal Supporter | $9.99 | one-time |
| True Legend | $14.99 | one-time |
| Study Plan & Podcast Power Pack | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🚀 Helps stay focused and productive
- 📊 Useful statistics and tracking
- 💡 Accountability features like distraction notifications

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Bugs with timer and notifications
- 🔧 Limited customization options
- 💰 Premium features behind paywall
- 🤔 Confusing or unclear functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Timer issues with countdown/countup
- Frequent crashes or freezing
- Inaccurate subject time tracking
- Distraction notifications not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Calendar sync for study sessions
- Ability to edit/delete subjects
- More flexible break time settings
- Improved statistics and data visualization


### BreakTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breaktime-work-break-timer/id1503198369)

This app helps you manage your work breaks to boost productivity and prevent eye strain. Easily start breaks with a tap and receive notifications when they end. It offers customizable durations and useful widgets.

**Highlights:** Start breaks with a tap, Predefined break durations, Break notifications, Custom break duration, Live activities, Widgets for lock and home screens, Dark mode support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $9.99 | per year |
| BreakTime Premium | $12.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StudyBreak free?

StudyBreak is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BreakTime free?

BreakTime is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, StudyBreak or BreakTime?

BreakTime is rated higher. StudyBreak averages 4.7 out of 5 from 200 ratings, while BreakTime averages 4.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do StudyBreak or BreakTime have ads?

Neither StudyBreak nor BreakTime shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StudyBreak or BreakTime?

StudyBreak ships an update every 2 weeks, and BreakTime every 3 months. Most recently, StudyBreak was updated on October 3, 2026 and BreakTime on September 21, 2026.

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