# Brainrot vs Focus Block

The clearest difference is rating: Brainrot at 4.5 against Focus Block's 3.0. Brainrot also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (23K vs 2). Focus Block's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainrot sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Focus Block sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brainrot holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainrot has 23K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 18% of Brainrot's written reviews are positive against 0% of Focus Block's.

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, Focus Block every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainrot | Focus Block |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-blockstop-distractions/id6753289826/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **17.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 126 MB | 62 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smolworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807171666) | [Aleks Usmanov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1843349404) |

## 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


### Focus Block

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-blockstop-distractions/id6753289826)

This tool helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting apps and notifications. It offers instant focus sessions, automated schedules, and insightful analytics to build better digital habits and reduce anxiety.

**Highlights:** Instant focus sessions, Automated blocking schedules, Insightful analytics, Block distracting apps, Reduce screen time anxiety, Private by design

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainrot free?

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

### Is Focus Block free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Brainrot or Focus Block?

Brainrot is rated higher. Brainrot averages 4.5 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Focus Block averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Brainrot or Focus Block have ads?

Focus Block shows ads; Brainrot does not.

### Which is updated more often, Brainrot or Focus Block?

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, and Focus Block every 2 weeks. Most recently, Brainrot was updated on October 20, 2026 and Focus Block on October 18, 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.*