# Brainrot vs STFU

The clearest difference is review sentiment: STFU at 100% against Brainrot's 18%. STFU also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (daily vs every 6 days). Brainrot's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and ads (none vs shown). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainrot sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and STFU sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Brainrot holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brainrot has 23K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 18% of Brainrot's written reviews are positive against 100% of STFU's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, STFU daily. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainrot | STFU |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (23K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972/reviews)** | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stfu-app-blocker-and-focus/id6805089131/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **23K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 17.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 128 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Smolworks Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807171666) | [Christopher Riley](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778005973) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited (1 Month) | $3.99 | per month |
| Unlimited (1 Week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| 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 | $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


### STFU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stfu-app-blocker-and-focus/id6805089131)

This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting social media apps and websites. Set timed sessions or schedules for a hard mute, track your progress, and challenge friends to build better habits.

**Highlights:** Block social apps and websites, Run timed blocking sessions, Set scheduled locks, Track protected time and streaks, Challenge friends and climb leaderboards, Earn rewards for staying focused

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| STFU Pro Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| STFU Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainrot free?

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

### Is STFU free?

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

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

Brainrot is rated higher. Brainrot averages 4.5 out of 5 from 23K ratings, while STFU averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Brainrot or STFU have ads?

STFU shows ads; Brainrot does not.

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

Brainrot ships an update every 6 days, and STFU daily. Most recently, Brainrot was updated on November 3, 2026 and STFU on October 29, 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.*