# Breakr vs Lilo

The clearest difference is monetization model: Lilo at free with in-app purchases against Breakr's subscription. Lilo also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (4.3K vs 179). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Breakr sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and Lilo sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Breakr against 4.7 for Lilo. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Lilo has 4.3K ratings behind it against 179, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 73% of Breakr's written reviews are positive against 66% of Lilo's.

Breakr ships an update every 2 weeks, Lilo every 8 days. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Breakr | Lilo |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (179 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakr-screen-time-game/id6745206100/reviews) | [4.7 (4.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilo-study-timer-and-challenges/id6752133930/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 179 | **4.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **72.7% of reviews** | 66.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 134 MB | 121 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Chris Pena](https://appshunter.io/developer/1591472230) | [Pawel Gladysz](https://appshunter.io/developer/1650152146) |

## What reviewers say

### Breakr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakr-screen-time-game/id6745206100)

This app helps you reduce screen time and improve focus through gamified techniques. It uses a unique battery mechanic, rewards, and a personal focus bot to encourage intentional phone use and build self-control.

**Highlights:** Gamified focus mechanics, App blocker for students and professionals, Battery mechanic rewards time away from phone, Breakr Bot for emotional accountability and coaching, Screen Time integration and analytics, ADHD-friendly design

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

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Breakrr Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Breakrr Monthly Discount | $4.99 | per month |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $12.99 | per month |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $14.99 | per month |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $14.99 | per month |
| Breakrr Yearly Discount | $14.99 | per year |
| Full Access (Lowest Price) | $19.99 | per year |
| Full Access (Lowest Price) | $19.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $24.99 | per month |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $29.99 | per year |
| Breakrr (Full Access) | $29.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $49.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $69.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $99.99 | per year |
| Breakr (Full Access) | $129.99 | per year |


### Lilo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lilo-study-timer-and-challenges/id6752133930)

This app transforms solo study sessions into engaging, social challenges. Compete with friends, track your progress, and climb leaderboards to make learning fun and motivating. Build lasting focus habits through friendly competition and visible achievements.

**Highlights:** Focus timer with distraction avoidance, Study challenges with friends, Live leaderboards for comparison, Progress tracking and stats, Habit building and streaks, Social accountability

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Access Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Access Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Breakr free?

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

### Is Lilo free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Breakr or Lilo?

Breakr and Lilo are both rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store, from 179 and 4.3K ratings respectively.

### Do Breakr or Lilo have ads?

Breakr shows ads; Lilo does not.

### Which is updated more often, Breakr or Lilo?

Breakr ships an update every 2 weeks, and Lilo every 8 days. Most recently, Breakr was updated on September 24, 2026 and Lilo on September 24, 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.*