Comparison

Regain vs PrepLibrary

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

Head to head
About

Regain

This app helps students stay focused during study sessions by blocking distracting applications and offering customizable timers. Track your progress and improve concentration with various study tools.

Highlights
  • App blocking during focus sessions
  • Customizable study timers
  • Pomodoro technique support (Pro)
  • Strict Mode for commitment (Pro)
  • Focus statistics by subject
  • Focus music for concentration (Pro)
Features
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Can't study without checking your phone every five minutes? You're not the only one. Regain is the focus app built purely for students - block the apps that distract you, start a focus timer, and finally get through a study session without Instagram or YouTube pulling you away. Whether you're preparing for board exams, college entrance tests, or professional certifications, Regain helps you put in the hours. FOCUS TIMER Set a timer, lock in, and study. Choose your duration and tag each session by subject (Physics, Organic Chemistry, or whatever you're on). POMODORO TIMER (PRO) Stay focused and get more done with the classic Pomodoro technique. Focus, recharge, repeat - customize your focus and break durations, with support for both short and long breaks. BLOCK DISTRACTING APPS When you start a focus session, Regain blocks the apps you choose - like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Snapchat, Reddit, and Twitter/X - until your timer ends. Powered by Apple's Screen Time, so Regain never sees which apps you block or accesses your screen time data. STRICT MODE (PRO) For students who want an extra layer of self-commitment. When you turn on Strict Mode, your session runs for the full duration you selected - helping you build the habit of finishing what you start. Enable or disable it anytime from Settings. FOCUS GUARD (PRO) An opt-in reminder that helps you follow through when willpower dips during a focus session. You stay in control - toggle Focus Guard on or off anytime from Settings. FOCUS STATS Watch your focus improve day over day, with a per-subject breakdown so you know exactly which subjects got your attention. FOCUS MUSIC (PRO) Science-backed sounds built for concentration: Lofi Beats, Deep Focus Ambience, White Noise, Space, and Binaural. THEMES (PRO) Personalize your focus screen with beautiful Nature and Lofi wallpapers. FREE VS PRO The free tier includes unlimited focus sessions and a stopwatch. Regain Pro unlocks Pomodoro, Strict Mode, Premium Themes, and Science-Backed Focus Music. PRIVACY Sign in with Apple or Google is optional — signing in syncs your subscription across your devices. Your focus data always stays on your device, whether you sign in or not. Regain uses Apple's Family Controls to block distractions and never sees the names of the apps you block. You can permanently delete your account at any time from Settings. Terms of Use: https://regainapp.ai/legal/terms-of-use-ios/ & https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://regainapp.ai/legal/privacy-policy-ios/ Download Regain and start studying without distractions. SUPPORT Questions? help@regainapp.ai FAQ: https://regainapp.ai/support/ios/

About

PrepLibrary

Features
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PrepLibrary – Learn, Share & Grow PrepLibrary is your companion for smarter exam preparation. Organize your studies, attend live classes, practice mock tests, set personalized study goals, and stay focused on your academic journey—all in one learning platform. Whether you are preparing for competitive examinations, entrance tests, professional certifications, or academic assessments, PrepLibrary helps you plan your preparation, practice consistently, and track your progress. KEY FEATURES Virtual Classrooms Join live online classes and learning sessions from anywhere. Participate in structured learning experiences and stay connected with your classes and study activities. Interactive Test Series Practice with online tests and mock examinations to assess your preparation. Review your performance, identify areas for improvement, and work toward better results. Personalized Study Goals Set study goals based on your learning needs. Organize your preparation, plan your study activities, and track your progress toward your academic objectives. Focus Sessions Create dedicated study sessions using timers and productivity tools. Build consistent study habits and make the most of your planned study time. Focus Mode / Focus Shield Reduce distractions during your study sessions with Focus Mode, also known as Focus Shield. Select apps you want to avoid while studying and use focus restrictions to help you stay on track during an active session. Progress Tracking Keep track of your study activities, test performance, and learning progress. Understand your strengths, identify topics that need more attention, and plan your next steps. Community-Based Learning Connect with fellow learners through community features that encourage discussion, collaboration, peer interaction, and knowledge sharing. BUILT FOR YOUR LEARNING JOURNEY PrepLibrary brings together essential tools for a more organized and productive approach to learning: • Attend live classes and learning sessions. • Practice mock tests and assess your preparation. • Set personalized study goals. • Create focused study sessions. • Reduce distractions during study time. • Monitor your learning progress. • Connect and learn with a community of students. Whether you are attending a class, preparing for an examination, practicing a mock test, or working toward your daily study goals, PrepLibrary helps you make your study time more purposeful. PrepLibrary – Plan your preparation. Stay focused. Practice consistently. Track your progress.

Screenshots

Regain4 screens
PrepLibrary3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: PrepLibrary at none against Regain's 10. PrepLibrary also leads on ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.0). On price, update cadence and device support 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. Regain sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. PrepLibrary asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Regain versus PrepLibrary: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRegainPrepLibrary
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (9 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings9 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 4 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS26.017.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size116 MB250 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperEpowerx Labs Private LimitedPREPLIBRARY LLP

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Regain

Subscriptions10
  • Regain Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Regain Pro Monthly Plan$14.991 Month
  • Regain Pro Monthly Plan$19.991 Month
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  • Regain Pro Yearly Discount$29.991 Year
  • Regain Pro Annual$39.991 Year
  • Regain Pro Annual$49.991 Year
  • Regain Pro Annual$59.991 Year
  • Regain Pro Annual$79.991 Year
  • Regain Pro Yearly$99.991 Year
  • Regain Pro Annual$149.991 Year
None

PrepLibrary

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Regain free?
Regain is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PrepLibrary free?
PrepLibrary is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Regain or PrepLibrary have ads?
Regain shows ads; PrepLibrary does not.
Which is updated more often, Regain or PrepLibrary?
Regain ships an update every 4 days, and PrepLibrary every 4 days. Most recently, Regain was updated on November 13, 2026 and PrepLibrary on November 10, 2026.

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