# Brainrot vs The Lock In

The clearest difference is review sentiment: The Lock In at 100% against Brainrot's 17%. The Lock In also leads on monetization model (freemium vs subscription) and rating (4.7 vs 4.5). Brainrot's advantage is ratings volume (22K vs 37) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainrot sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and The Lock In sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

The Lock In holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainrot has 22K ratings behind it against 37, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 17% of Brainrot's written reviews are positive against 100% of The Lock In's.

Brainrot ships an update every 5 days, The Lock In every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and August 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainrot | The Lock In |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (22K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972/reviews) | **[4.7 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-lock-in/id6748673988/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 37 |
| Positive reviews | 17.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#170** | — |
| Size | 126 MB | 71 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smolworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807171666) | [GOKHAN GOKCAY](https://appshunter.io/developer/1826961518) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainrot

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

**Currently charting:** #170 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

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


### The Lock In

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-lock-in/id6748673988)

Enhance deep focus, build lasting habits, and gain insights into your time management. This app combines distraction-free timers, streak tracking, AI coaching, and social accountability features to help you achieve your goals.

**Highlights:** Distraction-free focus timers, Habit streak tracking, AI-driven productivity coaching, Social focus sessions with friends, Habit history and success rate analysis, User profiles and home base dashboard

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lock In Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Lock In Pro – 6 Months | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Lock In Pro Yearly | $44.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainrot free?

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

### Is The Lock In free?

The Lock In is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Brainrot or The Lock In?

The Lock In is rated higher. Brainrot averages 4.5 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while The Lock In averages 4.7 from 37 ratings.

### Do Brainrot or The Lock In have ads?

Neither Brainrot nor The Lock In shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainrot or The Lock In?

Brainrot ships an update every 5 days, and The Lock In every 2 weeks. Most recently, Brainrot was updated on September 27, 2026 and The Lock In on August 19, 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.*