# Brainrot vs Pomo Pals

The clearest difference is monetization model: Pomo Pals at freemium against Brainrot's subscription. Pomo Pals also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5) and device support (3 vs 1). Brainrot's advantage is ratings volume (22K vs 4) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainrot sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Pomo Pals sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Pomo Pals 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 5 days, Pomo Pals every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainrot | Pomo Pals |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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/pomo-pals-focus-timer/id6780631489/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **22K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 17.5% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Best chart rank | **#169** | — |
| Size | 126 MB | 81 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Smolworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807171666) | [SEUNG WOO BAEK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893237321) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainrot

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

**Currently charting:** #169 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


### Pomo Pals

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pomo-pals-focus-timer/id6780631489)

This app gamifies focus sessions by growing a virtual pet as you concentrate. Earn rewards, collect adorable companions, and build streaks to make studying or working more engaging. Pro features offer advanced planning and progress insights.

**Highlights:** Adjustable Pomodoro timer, Virtual pet growth and leveling, Collectible pets and accessories, Task and habit planning (Pro), Progress tracking and insights (Pro), Collaborative study rooms, Leaderboards

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pomo Pals Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Pomo Pals Pro (Yearly) | $19.99 | per year |
| 200 Coins | $1.99 | one-time |
| 650 Coins | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1,600 Coins | $9.99 | one-time |
| 3,700 Coins | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pomo Pals Pro (Lifetime) | $29.99 | one-time |
| 12,000 Coins | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainrot free?

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

### Is Pomo Pals free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Brainrot or Pomo Pals?

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

### Do Brainrot or Pomo Pals have ads?

Neither Brainrot nor Pomo Pals shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainrot or Pomo Pals?

Brainrot ships an update every 5 days, and Pomo Pals every 3 weeks. Most recently, Brainrot was updated on September 27, 2026 and Pomo Pals on September 13, 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.*