# Brainrot vs Takeback

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Takeback at 75% against Brainrot's 18%. Takeback also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Brainrot's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (23K vs 2). On price, update cadence, 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 Takeback sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Takeback 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 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 75% of Takeback's.

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, Takeback every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainrot | Takeback |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeback-hardcore-screen-time/id6775691812/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 17.7% of reviews | **75.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 10 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 128 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smolworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807171666) | [Gatarn Games Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/820626380) |

## 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


### Takeback

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/takeback-hardcore-screen-time/id6775691812)

This app uses a drill sergeant persona to help you break free from excessive phone use. It negotiates your access to distracting apps and implements a progressive 60-day bootcamp to retrain your habits.

**Highlights:** Drill sergeant accountability, Negotiated app access, Progressive 60-day bootcamp, Customizable difficulty (Chill/Savage), Habit retraining, Time and attention recovery

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Takeback Monthly Plan | $8.99 | per month |
| Takeback Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Takeback Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Takeback Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Takeback Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| Takeback Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Takeback Annual | $44.99 | per year |
| Takeback Annual | $44.99 | per year |
| Takeback Pro Annual | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainrot free?

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

### Is Takeback free?

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

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

Takeback is rated higher. Brainrot averages 4.5 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while Takeback averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Brainrot or Takeback have ads?

Takeback shows ads; Brainrot does not.

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

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, and Takeback every 10 days. Most recently, Brainrot was updated on October 28, 2026 and Takeback on October 25, 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.*