Breaktime vs Regain
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Breaktime
This app helps you regain control over your screen time by blocking distracting applications. It requires you to set a duration for app usage and start a timed break before accessing blocked apps, ensuring accountability and promoting digital wellbeing.
- Block distracting apps 24/7
- Timed breaks for app access
- Customizable delay for reconsideration
- Strict Mode with no bypasses
- Travel Mode for automatic unblocking
- Scheduled recurring blocking
- Daily limit goals and streaks
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How it works: - Block apps permanently or set a schedule - Friction before EVERY unlock with 14+ different modes - Set a time limit on how long you'll unlock for - When your time's up your apps are automatically reblocked Other features designed for focus: - 14+ friction modes to help you reconsider: pushups, eye contact, tap to unlock, typing a quote or a breathing cycle and more. - Strict Mode, where no breaks or bypasses are allowed. - Travel Mode, automatically unblock apps when you're away from home. - Scheduling: Setup automatic recurring blocking. - Set a daily limit goal and stay motivated with streaks. - Advanced customisations to suit your focus needs. - No collection of your phone usage or personal data. - Minimal UI designed as simple as possible to be less stimulating and distracting. - Lightning-fast setup. You’re ready to go in 30 seconds. In a world where apps do everything they can now to keep you scrolling, Breaktime is designed to give you back control. It takes a different approach, believing that being intentional with your downtime and deciding how long you want to spend on an app beforehand is essential to digital wellbeing. It’s built for the people who value their focus, productivity, and time away from your phone. Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://breaktimeapp.github.io/privacy-policy
Regain
This app helps you manage your digital habits by blocking distracting applications and tracking your usage. Set daily goals, use focus timers, and receive reminders to encourage mindful productivity and a better balance between your online and offline life.
- App Blocker
- Focus Timer (Pomodoro)
- Screen Time Tracker
- Daily Goals
- Break Reminders
- Whitelists & Lock Mode
- Widgets
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Regain helps you take control of your screen time and focus on what truly matters. Designed with intention and simplicity, it empowers you to create balance between your digital life and real life. With powerful tools and a calming design, Regain makes it easy to stay mindful and productive throughout your day. Key Features: App Blocker - Stay focused by blocking distracting apps when you need to concentrate. Focus Timer - Use customizable Pomodoro sessions to build deep work habits. Screen Time Tracker - Get insights into your daily app usage and identify time-wasting patterns. Daily Goals - Set personal screen-time goals and track your progress. Break Reminders - Receive gentle reminders to pause, breathe, and recharge. Whitelists & Lock Mode - Keep access to only what's essential, with optional lock protection. Widgets & Minimal Design - Access focus tools directly from your Home Screen. Regain is more than a productivity app it's a mindful companion to help you live intentionally and make every moment count. Privacy Policy: https://sponge-tugboat-107.notion.site/Regain-Privacy-Policy- 273ca28ad2118035b92ae25a26af7f45 Terms of Service: https://sponge-tugboat-107.notion.site/Regain-Terms-of-Use-273ca28ad21180f68157f127e09c4b6f
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: Breaktime at 4.6 against Regain's 4.3. Breaktime also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). Regain's advantage is review sentiment (91% vs 76%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads 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
Both are free to download. Breaktime sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Regain sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Breaktime holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 69 and 30 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 76% of Breaktime's written reviews are positive against 91% of Regain's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
Breaktime ships an update every 5 days, Regain every 9 days. Both last shipped on October 30, 2026.
| Parameter | Breaktime | Regain |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (69 ratings) — better | 4.3 (30 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 76.5% of reviews | 90.9% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 69 — better | 30 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Every 9 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 23 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nathan Chan | Unikwork Systems LLP |
Customer experience
Breaktime
Regain
In-app purchases
Breaktime
- Breaktime Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Breaktime Premium7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Breaktime Premium - Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
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- Breaktime Premium7 Days trial$24.991 Year
- Breaktime Premium7 Days trial$34.991 Year
- Breaktime Premium - Annually7 Days trial$49.991 Year
- Premium Promo$24.99
Regain
- Weekly$2.997 Days
- Monthly3 Days trial$6.991 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
