# GUM SMART vs BrushMint

The clearest difference is rating: GUM SMART at 4.8 against BrushMint's 2.0. GUM SMART also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). BrushMint's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. GUM SMART sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $27.49 per year and BrushMint sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GUM SMART holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

GUM SMART ships an update every 2 months, BrushMint weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | GUM SMART | BrushMint |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gum-smart/id1473619600/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brushmint-toothbrush-timer/id6759933292/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 40.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 192 MB | 65 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PLAYBRUSH LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/959404938) | [Javier Marin Bernal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1346566860) |

## What reviewers say

### GUM SMART

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gum-smart/id1473619600)

This app helps you build healthier brushing habits with personalized support and real-time coaching. It offers insights into your brushing coverage, frequency, duration, and pressure, and provides tailored advice. It works with any toothbrush and offers full functionality when paired with a compatible electric model.

**Highlights:** Personalized brushing support, Real-time brushing coach, Brushing insights and stats, Tailored oral hygiene advice, Brushing session logging, Customizable reminders

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly Playbrush Subscription | $27.49 | per year |


### BrushMint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brushmint-toothbrush-timer/id6759933292)

This app helps you build better oral hygiene habits with customizable timers, reminders for flossing and mouthwash, and fun features for kids. Track brush head replacements and monitor your progress with detailed statistics. Earn rewards to unlock new themes and sounds.

**Highlights:** Customizable brushing timers (1-4 minutes), Braces Mode for extended sessions, Floss and mouthwash reminders, Kids' profiles with animated timers, Brush head replacement alerts, Gamification with points and rewards, Detailed progress statistics

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BrushMint PRO Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| BrushMint PRO Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| BrushMint PRO Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is GUM SMART free?

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

### Is BrushMint free?

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

### Which has better reviews, GUM SMART or BrushMint?

GUM SMART is rated higher. GUM SMART averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while BrushMint averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do GUM SMART or BrushMint have ads?

BrushMint shows ads; GUM SMART does not.

### Which is updated more often, GUM SMART or BrushMint?

GUM SMART ships an update every 2 months, and BrushMint weekly. Most recently, GUM SMART was updated on November 3, 2026 and BrushMint on October 31, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*