# Brainrot vs TEMPER

The clearest difference is monetization model: TEMPER at free with in-app purchases against Brainrot's subscription. TEMPER also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.6). Brainrot's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (23K vs 9). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainrot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and TEMPER sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brainrot holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainrot has 23K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Brainrot ships an update weekly, TEMPER every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 8, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainrot | TEMPER |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972/reviews)** | [4.3 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temper-discipline-tracker/id6762350691/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 17.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 99 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smolworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807171666) | [BLAUWART INTERNATIONAL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893898097) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainrot

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

This app helps you reclaim your day by blocking distracting apps and websites. Utilize focus timers and smart schedules to improve productivity and sleep better. A visual nudge encourages you to put your phone down.

**Highlights:** Instant app and website blocking, Focus timer for deep work, Smart schedules for various times, Mindful breaks, Insights into distracting apps, Visual avatar decay nudge

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited (1 Month) | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlimited (1 Week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| 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 |
| Brainrot (Full Access) | $29.99 | per year |
| Unlimited | $49.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $59.99 | 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


### TEMPER

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/temper-discipline-tracker/id6762350691)

This app provides a strict system for tracking habits and building discipline, focusing on accountability rather than motivation. It uses a visual grid to show daily performance, with green for completion and red for failure, to help users achieve real consistency and self-mastery.

**Highlights:** Strict daily habit tracking, Discipline score in real time, Accountability system with no excuses, Visual habit tracker grid (green/red), Streak system that matters, Minimal UI for maximum focus

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TEMPER Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| TEMPER Premium | $22.99 | per year |
| TEMPER Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| TEMPER Premium | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainrot free?

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

### Is TEMPER free?

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

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

Brainrot is rated higher. Brainrot averages 4.5 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while TEMPER averages 4.3 from 9 ratings.

### Do Brainrot or TEMPER have ads?

TEMPER shows ads; Brainrot does not.

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

Brainrot ships an update weekly, and TEMPER every 2 weeks. Most recently, Brainrot was updated on November 8, 2026 and TEMPER on October 31, 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.*