# Fabric vs Breakr

The clearest difference is monetization model: Fabric at free with in-app purchases against Breakr's subscription. Fabric also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). Breakr's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs monthly) and review sentiment (73% vs 62%). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Fabric sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Breakr sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Fabric against 4.7 for Breakr. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 254 and 186 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 62% of Fabric's written reviews are positive against 73% of Breakr's.

Fabric ships an update monthly, Breakr every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fabric | Breakr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (254 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabric-your-second-brain/id6449003046/reviews) | **[4.7 (186 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakr-screen-time-game/id6745206100/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **254** | 186 |
| Positive reviews | 62.2% of reviews | **72.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 31 MB | 134 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Fabric Internet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687364386) | [Chris Pena](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591472230) |

## What reviewers say

### Fabric

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fabric-your-second-brain/id6449003046)

This AI-powered workspace helps you instantly capture, find, and collaborate on all your digital content. It acts as a self-organizing second brain, unifying notes, files, and ideas from various sources. Save time and money by replacing multiple productivity subscriptions with this single, powerful tool.

**Highlights:** Instant capture of websites, text, images, and files, Voice notes with AI transcription, Natural language AI search across connected apps, AI assistant for document insights and writing assistance, Real-time document collaboration, Unify digital world by connecting multiple apps, Rich linking and embedded content

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Plus – Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro – Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Plus – Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Plus – Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro – Monthly | $16.00 | per month |
| Pro – Monthly | $24.00 | per month |
| Max – Monthly (Legacy) | $39.99 | per month |
| Plus – Yearly | $56.00 | per year |
| Max – Monthly | $68.00 | per month |
| Plus – Yearly | $96.00 | per year |
| Pro – Yearly | $150.00 | per year |
| Pro – Yearly | $214.99 | per year |
| Max – Yearly | $389.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Cutting-edge features
- 👍 Handles personal/professional life
- 👍 Seamless integration
- 👍 Great for studies
- 👍 Replaces multiple apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Horrible UI, dated design
- 🐛 No intuitive swiping
- 🐛 Choppy animations
- 🐛 Overwhelming to navigate
- 🐛 Requires internet connection

**Reported bugs**

- Choppy animations
- App doesn't work without internet connection
- App regularly logs out
- Mysterious error messages about memory/credits
- Assistant has completed none of the scheduled tasks

**Requested features**

- Quick preview feature for videos/images/files
- Scratchpad for quick notes
- More themes, including OLED pure black
- Add Apple Pencil support for sketches
- Offline mode


### Breakr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakr-screen-time-game/id6745206100)

This app helps you reduce screen time and improve focus through gamified techniques. It uses a unique battery mechanic, rewards, and a personal focus bot to encourage intentional phone use and build self-control.

**Highlights:** Gamified focus mechanics, App blocker for students and professionals, Battery mechanic rewards time away from phone, Breakr Bot for emotional accountability and coaching, Screen Time integration and analytics, ADHD-friendly design

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Breakrr Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Breakrr Monthly Discount | $4.99 | per month |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $12.99 | per month |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $14.99 | per month |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $14.99 | per month |
| Breakrr Yearly Discount | $14.99 | per year |
| Full Access (Lowest Price) | $19.99 | per year |
| Full Access (Lowest Price) | $19.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $24.99 | per month |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $29.99 | per year |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $29.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $49.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $69.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $99.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $129.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fabric free?

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

### Is Breakr free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Fabric or Breakr?

Breakr is rated higher. Fabric averages 4.6 out of 5 from 254 ratings, while Breakr averages 4.7 from 186 ratings.

### Do Fabric or Breakr have ads?

Breakr shows ads; Fabric does not.

### Which is updated more often, Fabric or Breakr?

Fabric ships an update monthly, and Breakr every 2 weeks. Most recently, Fabric was updated on October 30, 2026 and Breakr on October 30, 2026.

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