Comparison

Unplugged vs Brainrot

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

Head to head
About

Unplugged

Regain control of your device usage with tools designed to reduce distractions and enhance focus. Set custom blocking schedules, daily time limits, and choose difficulty levels to enforce discipline. Gain insights into your digital habits with comprehensive analytics.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Customizable blocking schedules
  • Set daily app usage time limits
  • Enforce focus with difficulty levels
  • Detailed screen time analytics
  • Instant blocking with custom timers
Features
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Block Apps & Limit Screen Time Take back control of your screen time — easily and effectively! Unplugged helps you limit daily device usage, reduce distractions, and boost your focus with simple, smart tools. Complete Blocking Control Block access to any distracting app or website: * YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook * Reddit, X (Twitter), Messenger, Discord, WhatsApp Flexible Blocking Modes Choose how and when to stay focused: * Block Now: Instantly block selected apps with a custom timer * Schedule: Automatically block apps on specific days/times (e.g., weekdays 9 AM–5 PM) * Time Limit: Set daily usage caps—apps block automatically once the limit is hit * Lock Mode: Begin your day with apps blocked and limit unblock attempts for maximum discipline Difficulty Levels Tailor the unblocking experience to your willpower: * Easy Mode: Pause or end sessions anytime * Timeout Mode: Introduces a delay before breaks are allowed * Deep Focus Mode: No early breaks, no cancellations—maximum focus enforced Comprehensive Analytics Gain insights into your habits with: * Daily and weekly reports * Detailed breakdown of screen time and app usage Whether you want to reduce phone addiction, improve productivity, or create healthier digital habits, Unplugged is your perfect companion. Download now and start your journey to a healthier screen-life balance! Terms of use http://appzpixel.com/unplugged-terms-conditions.html

About

Brainrot

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps and websites. Utilize a focus timer and smart schedules to improve productivity, sleep, and reduce screen time. A visual indicator provides a playful nudge to encourage mindful usage.

Highlights
  • App and website blocking
  • Focus timer
  • Smart scheduling
  • Mindful breaks
  • Usage insights
Features
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Reclaim your day with Brainrot, a playful screen time control, app blocker, and focus coach. Pick the apps and sites to block, set schedules, and watch your cute brain avatar decay as you doom scroll. The visual nudge helps you put the phone down. Save about 2 hours per day, feel less distracted, sleep better, and get more done. What you get: - Instant blocking for apps and websites - Focus timer for deep work and Pomodoro - Smart schedules for bedtime, mornings, and meetings - Mindful breaks so you reset without the guilt - Clear insights to spot Brainrot apps fast ### PRIVATE & SECURE Brainrot uses Apple’s Screen Time API; all monitoring and blocking run *entirely* on your device. Your browsing data never leaves your phone. *All features described above require a subscription.* Terms of Service: https://thebrainrotapp.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://thebrainrotapp.com/privacy

Screenshots

Unplugged4 screens
Brainrot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Unplugged at freemium against Brainrot's subscription. Unplugged also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Brainrot's advantage is ratings volume (23K vs 1) and update cadence (every 6 days vs fortnightly). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Unplugged sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Brainrot sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Unplugged holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainrot has 23K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Unplugged ships an update fortnightly, Brainrot every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Unplugged versus Brainrot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnpluggedBrainrot
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (23K ratings)
Positive reviews—17.6% of reviews
Number of ratings123K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB126 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperRajinder PaulSmolworks Inc

Customer experience

Unplugged

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Brainrot

All ratings22,334 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral2.8%
Negative8.1%
Written reviews2,048 reviews
Positive17.6%
Neutral6.5%
Negative75.8%

Bugs and requests

Unplugged

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Brainrot

Reported bugs

2 issues
  • Stuck on payment screen with no way out
  • Requires re-entering info every time

Requested features

2 requests
  • Free version with limited features
  • Free trial period

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Unplugged

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
15 purchases

Brainrot

Subscriptions15
  • Unlimited (1 Month)$3.991 Month
  • Unlimited (1 Week)$3.997 Days
  • Unlimited (1 Week)$4.997 Days
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  • monthly$8.991 Month
  • Unlimited (1 Year)$9.991 Year
  • Unlimited (1 Year)3 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited (1 Year)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Unlimited (1 Year)$19.991 Year
  • Brainrot (Full Access)$24.991 Year
  • Unlimited (1 Year)3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited (1 Year)$29.991 Year
  • Brainrot (Full Access)$29.991 Year
  • Unlimited (1 Year)3 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • Brainrot Annual3 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Unlimited$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Unplugged free?
Unplugged is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Brainrot free?
Brainrot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Unplugged or Brainrot?
Unplugged is rated higher. Unplugged averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Brainrot averages 4.5 from 23K ratings.
Do Unplugged or Brainrot have ads?
Neither Unplugged nor Brainrot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Unplugged or Brainrot?
Unplugged ships an update fortnightly, and Brainrot every 6 days. Most recently, Unplugged was updated on October 10, 2026 and Brainrot on October 20, 2026.

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