Comparison

Zenvi vs BrainGate

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Zenvi

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps. It uses science-backed methods, like quick puzzles or physical activity, to make you pause before accessing time-consuming apps, fostering mindful screen time habits.

Highlights
  • One-Tap App Blocking
  • AI-Powered Unlock Challenges
  • Scheduled Focus Sessions
  • Custom Block Lists
  • Focus Reports
  • Privacy-Focused Design
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Reclaim your time. Focus deeply. Break free from distractions. Zenvi is your all-in-one screen time control and app blocker designed to help you take back control of your digital life. Whether you’re looking to boost productivity, reduce stress, or better manage ADHD-related distractions, Zenvi gives you the tools to stay focused and intentional with your screen time. Stop doomscrolling. Start doing. We lose hours each day to social media, notifications, and digital distractions. Zenvi uses a science-backed, mindful approach to block distracting apps—not just by shutting them off, but by making you engage your brain first. Want to open Instagram? Solve a quick math puzzle or walk 20 steps first. You earn your screen time—and that changes everything. How It Works Instead of forceful app blocking, Zenvi creates a gentle pause that helps you build better habits. It’s ideal for those with ADHD, procrastination struggles, or anyone trying to cut down on phone use. It’s like a digital gym for your mind—training your impulse control and helping you stay on track. ------ Core Benefits: • Regain control over screen habits • Improve focus, clarity, and mental health • Increase productivity and achieve more daily • Reduce screen-related stress and anxiety • Build mindful, intentional digital routines • Support ADHD management with daily structure • Build motivation and self-discipline gradually ------ Powerful Features: • One‑Tap App Blocking – Instantly block selected apps • AI‑Powered Unlock Challenges – Answer quizzes for knowledge • Memory Games – Recall shapes or sequences to unlock • Quick Math Puzzles – Solve arithmetic before use • Step Tracker – Take a few steps to reset your focus • QR‑Code Scans – Scan codes to prove you’re away • Custom Access Codes – Use secret codes you set yourself • Custom Block Lists – Choose which apps to block or allow • Scheduled Focus Sessions – Automate focus periods and rest windows • Smart Break Timers – Take intentional, guilt‑free breaks • Motivational Messages – Get inspiring quotes when temptation hits • Focus Reports – View streaks, time saved, and progress • Leaderboards & Member Stats – Compare your focus habits with others • Calendar Sync & Widgets – Plan your day and control blocking from your home screen • 100% Privacy‑Focused – All data stays on your device. No ads, no tracking. ------ What Users Say: “I used to scroll without thinking. Zenvi made me pause—now I get hours back every day.” “This app works. My ADHD makes it hard to stay focused, but the small challenges keep me from mindless tapping.” “It’s like Forest meets Screen Time—but smarter and more motivating.” ------ Perfect For: • Anyone trying to reduce screen time or stop social media addiction • Students needing focus to study or prep for exams • Remote workers battling constant digital interruptions • People managing ADHD or attention challenges • Creatives and entrepreneurs looking to protect deep work time • Anyone wanting to live more intentionally and reclaim mental clarity Zenvi is more than a blocker—it’s a behavioral habit tracker, a motivation booster, and a digital wellness coach in your pocket. If you’ve tried other screen time apps and felt they weren’t enough, Zenvi offers a unique, gamified system to help you follow through and make lasting changes. Whether your goal is to be more present, finish your to‑do list, study without interruptions, or simply use your phone more mindfully, Zenvi helps you build better digital habits—one small win at a time. ------ No data collection. No tracking. Just focus. Zenvi is built with privacy in mind. All your progress and usage data stay safely on your device. We never collect or share your information. Terms of Use: https://zenvi.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://zenvi.app/privacy ------ Join thousands reclaiming their time and attention. Try Zenvi today—your mindful, gamified focus companion.

About

BrainGate

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WANT TO OPEN TIKTOK? PROVE YOUR BRAIN IS AWAKE FIRST. We’ve all been there: You open your phone for "just a second" and find yourself an hour deep into a TikTok or Instagram rabbit hole. Traditional app blockers are too easy to ignore, and "Screen Time" limits are too easy to bypass. Enter BrainGate. BrainGate turns your most distracting apps into rewards for learning. Instead of a hard "No," we give you a "Yes, but..." To unlock your favorite apps, you must first pass a short, AI-powered quiz. Prove your knowledge in Geography, Math, Space, or Vocabulary to earn 15 minutes of guilt-free scrolling. HOW IT WORKS Choose Your Distractions: Select the apps you want to gate (Instagram, X, TikTok, etc.). Pick Your Topic: Choose from Vocabulary, Math, Space, Geography, or General Knowledge. The BrainGate: When you open a blocked app, a quiz appears. Pass the quiz to unlock 15 minutes of access. The Escalation: The more you try to unlock apps in a day, the harder it gets. The quiz grows from 3 questions to 7, rewarding your discipline and testing your focus. WHY USING BRAINGATE Positive Friction: We don't punish you for wanting to use social media; we just make sure you get smarter while doing it. System-Level Control: Built on Apple’s native Screen Time API, BrainGate is robust and tamper-resistant. AI-Powered Learning: Powered by AI, our questions stay fresh, relevant, and challenging. Snarky Personality: Our app has a voice. Whether you pass or fail, expect a little "encouragement" (or a reality check) from our built-in personality.

Screenshots

Zenvi4 screens
BrainGate4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: BrainGate at none against Zenvi's 4. BrainGate also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Zenvi sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. BrainGate asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Zenvi versus BrainGate: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterZenviBrainGate
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews80.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.2 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size163 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThiago AfonsoRodolfo Alberto Cuadros Paredes

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Zenvi

Subscriptions3
  • Zenvi Pro (Monthly)7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Zenvi Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$11.991 Year
  • Zenvi Pro (Annual)7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • Zenvi Pro (Lifetime)$59.99
None

BrainGate

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Zenvi free?
Zenvi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BrainGate free?
BrainGate is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Zenvi or BrainGate have ads?
Zenvi shows ads; BrainGate does not.

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