# Bloom vs No Brainrot

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Bloom at none against No Brainrot's 2. Bloom also leads on ratings volume (3.5K vs 3) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 5 weeks). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. No Brainrot sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Bloom asks for nothing beyond the download.

No Brainrot holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bloom has 3.5K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Bloom ships an update fortnightly, No Brainrot every 5 weeks. Both last shipped on November 14, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bloom | No Brainrot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloom-conquer-screen-time/id6736728158/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-brainrot-app-blocker/id6740092027/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.5K** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 65.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 67 MB | 104 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Find Your Bloom LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1773221809) | [Wojciech Filipowicz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1590351338) |

## What reviewers say

### Bloom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloom-conquer-screen-time/id6736728158)

This app helps you conquer screen time by requiring you to tap an NFC keycard to your phone to access distracting apps. Set schedules, manage breaks, and utilize strict mode to stay focused. It's a physical solution for digital detox and improved productivity.

**Highlights:** NFC keycard app blocking, Customizable distraction lists, Focus schedules, Break limits, Strict mode, Emergency exits

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps reduce screen time
- 👍 Effective at improving productivity
- 💡 Unique physical card concept
- 🔒 Prevents access to distracting apps
- 👍 Gamified approach is motivating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and settings issues
- 💡 Could use more flexible session scheduling

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when selecting apps for blocklist
- Settings fail to save consistently

**Requested features**

- More flexible session scheduling options
- Thinner, more discreet physical card


### No Brainrot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-brainrot-app-blocker/id6740092027)

This app helps you regain focus by blocking distracting applications like social media and games. You can set custom schedules or use strict modes to prevent access until your session ends. An optional device can further enforce your focus goals.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Customizable block sessions, Scheduled blocking, Strict mode for no interruptions, Optional NFC device integration, Focus statistics and streaks

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Nobrainrot Pro (Monthly) | $8.99 | per month |
| Nobrainrot Pro (1 Year) | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bloom free?

Bloom is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is No Brainrot free?

No Brainrot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Bloom or No Brainrot?

No Brainrot is rated higher. Bloom averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while No Brainrot averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Bloom or No Brainrot have ads?

Neither Bloom nor No Brainrot shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bloom or No Brainrot?

Bloom ships an update fortnightly, and No Brainrot every 5 weeks. Most recently, Bloom was updated on November 14, 2026 and No Brainrot on November 14, 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.*