# Brainrot vs ScreenEarn

The clearest difference is rating: ScreenEarn at 5.0 against Brainrot's 4.5. Brainrot's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 7 months) and ratings volume (22K vs 4). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainrot sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and ScreenEarn sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScreenEarn holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainrot has 22K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, ScreenEarn every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 2, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainrot | ScreenEarn |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenearn-parental-control/id6746706699/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 17.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | Subscription |
| Size | 126 MB | 44 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smolworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807171666) | [Saragadam Solutions Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818027174) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainrot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972)

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited (1 Month) | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlimited (1 Week) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited (1 Week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $9.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Brainrot (Full Access) | $24.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Brainrot (Full Access) | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $44.99 | per year |
| Brainrot Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlimited | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reduces screen time
- 👍 Helpful for productivity
- 🥰 Great app
- 💯 Highly recommended

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Requires paid subscription
- 🙅‍♀️ No free version available
- 😤 Forced to pay to use

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- Free version with limited features
- Free trial period


### ScreenEarn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenearn-parental-control/id6746706699)

This app helps parents manage children's screen time by linking it to chore completion. Kids earn rewards for completing tasks, fostering responsibility and reducing household conflicts. A single family plan covers all devices and children.

**Highlights:** Chore setup and time rewards, Automatic screen time earning, Optional photo verification, Real-time screen time tracking, App blocking, Weekly family reports, Offline functionality

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly plan | $34.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainrot free?

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

### Is ScreenEarn free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Brainrot or ScreenEarn?

ScreenEarn is rated higher. Brainrot averages 4.5 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while ScreenEarn averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Brainrot or ScreenEarn have ads?

Neither Brainrot nor ScreenEarn shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainrot or ScreenEarn?

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, and ScreenEarn every 7 months. Most recently, Brainrot was updated on October 2, 2026 and ScreenEarn on September 30, 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.*