Comparison

Clarissa AI vs BrainDump

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

Head to head
About

Clarissa AI

An intelligent AI assistant that processes all requests on your device for complete privacy. It offers voice interaction, task management, and integration with Siri Shortcuts. Optional cloud AI access provides advanced reasoning capabilities.

Highlights
  • On-device AI processing for privacy
  • Voice interaction and dictation
  • Task management (weather, math, calendar, reminders)
  • Siri Shortcuts integration
  • Optional cloud AI access
  • Conversation memory
Features
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Clarissa is your intelligent AI assistant that runs entirely on your device. Powered by Apple Intelligence and Apple Foundation Models, your conversations stay completely private. No data leaves your device. PRIVATE & SECURE All AI processing happens on-device using Apple's Foundation Models. Your questions, tasks, and personal information never leave your iPhone or Mac. No cloud processing, no data collection, no compromises on privacy. SMART TOOLS Clarissa can help you with everyday tasks: - Check the weather for any location - Calculate tips, percentages, and math problems - Create calendar events and schedule meetings - Set reminders and manage your to-do list - Look up contacts and find phone numbers - Remember important information for later VOICE INTERACTION Speak naturally with built-in voice input. Dictate your questions hands-free and hear responses read aloud. Perfect for when you're on the go or multitasking. SIRI SHORTCUTS "Hey Siri, ask Clarissa" — Clarissa integrates with Siri Shortcuts for quick access and automation. Create custom shortcuts to streamline your workflow. CLOUD FALLBACK Need more power? Connect to 100+ AI models via OpenRouter, including Claude, GPT-4, Gemini, and more. Use cloud AI when you need advanced reasoning while keeping on-device AI for everyday tasks. BEAUTIFUL DESIGN Built with SwiftUI and Apple's latest design language for a native experience that feels right at home on iOS and macOS. Smooth animations, intuitive gestures, and seamless integration with your Apple devices. CONVERSATION MEMORY Clarissa remembers what matters. Save important facts and preferences that persist across conversations, making your assistant smarter over time. Clarissa is designed for Apple Intelligence-enabled devices. Experience AI the way it should be: fast, private, and helpful.

About

BrainDump

Features
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Stop managing your to-do list. Just dump your brain. BrainDump is the fastest AI to-do list app on iOS. Type like you're texting a friend — messy, unorganised, half-formed — and our AI task manager instantly turns it into a clean, prioritised action list. No more staring at a blank task app. No more forgetting what matters. Just dump your thoughts and get things done. WHY BRAINDUMP? - Lightning-Fast Thought Capture: Go from scattered thoughts to organised tasks in seconds — the fastest brain dump app on iOS. - AI Task Extraction: Just type freely, and our AI organiser handles structure, priority, and clarity for you. - Smart Priority Engine: Automatically identifies what's urgent so you always know what to do next. - Premium Share Cards: Turn your lists into beautiful, shareable summaries — perfect for coordinating trips or aligning teams on project goals. - Smart Reminders: Never miss a deadline again with intelligent notifications. - Premium Design: A stunning glassmorphic interface built for deep focus and daily productivity. PERFECT FOR Students, busy professionals, and entrepreneurs — anyone whose brain moves faster than their to-do list. Whether you're managing work projects, personal goals, or daily habits, BrainDump is the AI productivity app that turns mental chaos into organised action. ALL CORE FEATURES FREE FOR EVERYONE Every core feature is fully unlocked for free and paid users: - AI Parsing — extract tasks instantly from any brain dump - History & Calendar View - Advanced Task Management — re-sort, edit, delete - Premium Share Cards - Celebration Engine — confetti, scoreboards, streaks - Daily Reminders & Notifications THE ONLY PAID FEATURE (BrainDump Pro) The only thing that requires a paid subscription is Unlimited Usage. Free Users: Limited to 5 Dumps per day and a 30 Dumps lifetime limit. Pro Users: Unlimited Daily & Lifetime Dumps. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Clarissa AI4 screens
BrainDump4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Clarissa AI at none against BrainDump's 2. BrainDump's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 26.0). On price, ads 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. BrainDump sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Clarissa AI asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Clarissa AI versus BrainDump: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClarissa AIBrainDump
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequency—Every 3 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS26.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCameron RyeKevin Thomas

In-app purchases

None

Clarissa AI

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

BrainDump

Subscriptions2
  • BrainDump Pro Weekly$2.997 Days
  • BrainDump Annual$24.991 Year

Questions

Is Clarissa AI free?
Clarissa AI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BrainDump free?
BrainDump is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Clarissa AI or BrainDump have ads?
Neither Clarissa AI nor BrainDump shows ads.

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