Comparison

Brain Tools vs MindLock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Brain Tools

This tool is designed to enhance cognitive abilities by training memory recall. Regular use can lead to improvements in remembering information and overall mental sharpness. It focuses on strengthening the process of retrieving memories for better cognitive function.

Highlights
  • Memory recall training
  • Cognitive ability enhancement
  • Improved mental sharpness
  • Focus on memory processes
Features
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Keeping one's mental health is important for intellectual advantage. Memory is one of the most influential cognitive psychological processes. While a lot of people have no issues to remember things (we can easily find a way where have already been or remember that picture we have already seen on internet) - the process of returning our memories and make use of them always requires training. The more reviving from memory is trained - the more effective becomes our memory in general. This simple tool is designed to train this particular weak element of memory processes. Improvements in recalling memory reflects on real life and improves human cognitive abilities overall.

About

MindLock

Features
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MindLock go from distracted to intentional “you don’t rise to your goals, you fall to your systems.” your phone is designed to pull you away. MindLock flips that. before instagram, tiktok, or any distractions open, you pause, learn, and then unlock. it’s a simple system that turns screen time into growth — not just consumption. How It Works 1. choose which apps to lock 2. complete a short, personalized lesson 3. answer a quick recall question 4. unlock your apps and move forward with intention What’s Inside • app blocking that creates space before distraction • AI-generated lessons tailored to your goals and level • personalized learning paths (finance, psychology, discipline, and more) • recall-based learning to actually retain what you learn • progress tracking and streaks to stay consistent • structured growth instead of random content all features require an active subscription Built For • building discipline in a distracted world • replacing mindless scrolling with real growth • staying consistent with learning and self-improvement • creating intentional habits, not just motivation • becoming sharper, more focused, and more aware MindLock isn’t just a screen time blocker. it’s a system that forces alignment between what you want to become and what you actually do. instead of opening apps automatically, you earn access — by learning, thinking, and improving. download MindLock and take control of your attention. have feedback or ideas? email: themindlockapp@gmail.com MindLock offers auto-renewing subscriptions: • weekly plan • yearly plan payment is charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. subscriptions automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. you can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your Apple ID settings. terms and services: https://tinyurl.com/mpam37yj privacy policy: https://tinyurl.com/3c5ktddn

Screenshots

Brain Tools4 screens
MindLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Brain Tools at none against MindLock's 2. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. MindLock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Brain Tools asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Brain Tools versus MindLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBrain ToolsMindLock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 33 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB17 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSvyatoslav IvashchenkoJohann Sajonz

In-app purchases

None

Brain Tools

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

MindLock

Subscriptions2
  • Mindlock Pro$6.997 Days
  • Mindlock Pro3 Days trial$54.991 Year

Questions

Is Brain Tools free?
Brain Tools is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is MindLock free?
MindLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Brain Tools or MindLock have ads?
Neither Brain Tools nor MindLock shows ads.

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