# SmartBlock vs BrainGate

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BrainGate at none against SmartBlock's 6. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SmartBlock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. BrainGate asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | SmartBlock | BrainGate |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartblock-focus-with-puzzles/id6742196917/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Size | 31 MB | 8 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Adam Park](https://appshunter.io/developer/1797344350) | [Rodolfo Alberto Cuadros Paredes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1841661455) |

## What reviewers say

### SmartBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smartblock-focus-with-puzzles/id6742196917)

This app transforms phone distractions into brain-training exercises. Block apps to reduce screen time and solve engaging puzzles to regain access, sharpening your mind while promoting focus and productivity.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Solve puzzles to unlock app access, Customizable puzzle difficulty and app limits, Schedule app blocks by day and time, Boost productivity and focus, Reduce stress and improve mindfulness

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Subscription + 1 Week Trial | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription + 1 Week Trial | $29.99 | per year |
| 10k+ Puzzles Purchase | $59.99 | one-time |


### BrainGate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/braingate-focus-and-learn/id6759285708)

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SmartBlock free?

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

### Is BrainGate free?

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

### Do SmartBlock or BrainGate have ads?

Neither SmartBlock nor BrainGate shows ads.

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