# BreakBuddy vs BreakMode

The clearest difference is rating: BreakMode at 5.0 against BreakBuddy's 4.0. BreakMode also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1). BreakBuddy's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

BreakMode holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BreakMode has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | BreakBuddy | BreakMode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakbuddy-break-reminder/id6752990432/reviews) | **[5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakmode/id6759118105/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 19 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.0** | 15.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [LinkedByte Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838883092) | [GILLIAN MARA SANDMAN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876754956) |

## What reviewers say

### BreakBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakbuddy-break-reminder/id6752990432)

Boost focus and well-being with smart reminders for work and breaks. Schedule intervals, get suggestions for hydration and stretching, and track your progress to build healthy habits and prevent burnout.

**Highlights:** Customizable work and break timers, Smart break suggestions (stretch, hydrate), Motivational quotes, Progress tracking and streaks, Shareable progress

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### BreakMode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakmode/id6759118105)

This app intelligently schedules personalized breaks into your calendar based on your unique criteria. It helps prevent burnout by ensuring you step away from work, even when busy. Customize break lengths and timing to fit your schedule.

**Highlights:** Customizable open-ended breaks, Real-time calendar sync, Override lockout feature, Simple progress dashboard, Personalized onboarding

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BreakBuddy free?

BreakBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is BreakMode free?

BreakMode is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BreakBuddy or BreakMode?

BreakMode is rated higher. BreakBuddy averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while BreakMode averages 5.0 from 5 ratings.

### Do BreakBuddy or BreakMode have ads?

Neither BreakBuddy nor BreakMode shows ads.

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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.*