Settle In vs Highlands Brain
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Settle In
This app provides newcomers to the U.S. with practical tips, reliable information, and direct support. It features a messaging system for quick answers, a news feed for updates, and an extensive resource library in multiple languages.
- Two-way messaging with Digital Community Liaison
- News feed for U.S. living updates
- Expanded resource library with articles and videos
- Multilingual support (7 languages for messaging, 11 for resources)
- Direct access to Settle In website content
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Settle In is designed to support newcomers as they navigate life in the United States. Whether you’re looking for practical tips, reliable information, or answers to your questions, Settle In puts everything you need right at your fingertips. Key Features - Two-Way Messaging: Connect directly with our Digital Community Liaison team for answers in 7 languages—within one business day. - News Feed: Stay informed with timely updates about living in the U.S. - Expanded Resource Library: Explore articles, videos, and guides in 11 languages, all drawn from the Settle In website. Since 2017, Settle In has helped thousands of newcomers access multilingual, mobile-friendly resources. With this relaunch, we’re making it easier than ever to find trusted information and get support—anytime, anywhere. Download Settle In today and start your journey with confidence.
Highlands Brain
This app provides access to educational resources and support for adults seeking a high school diploma and career training. It allows users to connect with their support team, access classes, and submit assignments.
- Access classes
- Connect with support team
- Complete assignments
- Career training resources
- High school diploma program
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Highlands Community Charter Schools help adults 22+ years old get a high school diploma and career training for free. Get the Highlands Brain to access your classes, your support team, and complete assignments. [:mav: 2.1.7]
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Settle In at 4.7 against Highlands Brain's 4.3. Highlands Brain's advantage is update cadence (monthly vs every 3 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Settle In holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 43 respectively.
Settle In ships an update every 3 months, Highlands Brain monthly. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Settle In | Highlands Brain |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (16 ratings) — better | 4.3 (43 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 16 | 43 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15.1 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 140 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | International Rescue Committee, Inc. | Highlands Community Charter and Technical Schools |
Customer experience
Settle In
Highlands Brain
In-app purchases
Settle In
No in-app purchases
Highlands Brain
No in-app purchases
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