Comparison

IronWill vs Rewire

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

Head to head
About

IronWill

This app helps users break free from compulsive habits with science-backed strategies and a 90-day brain reboot program. It features website blocking, an urge toolkit with coping techniques, streak tracking, and daily check-ins to monitor progress and identify triggers.

Highlights
  • 90-day brain reboot program
  • System-wide website blocker
  • Urge toolkit with coping techniques
  • Streak tracking and gamification
  • Daily check-ins and insights
  • Recovery predictions
Features
Read full description

IronWill is your personal recovery companion, designed to help you break free from compulsive habits using science-backed methods and proven strategies. SCIENCE-BACKED 90-DAY BRAIN REBOOT Your brain needs approximately 90 days to rewire neural pathways and reset dopamine sensitivity. IronWill guides you through three distinct phases: - Withdrawal Phase (Days 1-14): Navigate peak cravings as your brain adjusts - Rewiring Phase (Days 15-60): Build new neural pathways with daily support - Strengthening Phase (Days 61-90): Solidify your progress as clarity returns Track your Brain Reboot progress with a visual percentage meter and receive phase-specific guidance every step of the way. WEBSITE BLOCKER — REMOVE THE TEMPTATION Block the sites that pull you back — in Safari and every browser on your device, powered by Apple's Screen Time: - Turn on system-wide protection with one tap - No lists to maintain: the filter is built into iOS and stays current - 100% private: filtering happens on your device — your browsing history never leaves your phone URGE TOOLKIT Ride out cravings with instant distractions: - Guided breathing exercises and calming ambient sounds - Quick mini-games and math challenges to redirect your mind - Short reads that remind you why you started POWERFUL STREAK TRACKING - Track your current streak and celebrate every milestone - View your longest streak and work to beat your personal best - Count every urge you overcome - not just days, but victories - Access detailed analytics showing your clean rate and patterns 10 EVIDENCE-BASED COPING TECHNIQUES When urges hit, access instant relief techniques proven to work: - Cold Water Splash: Activates dive reflex, resets your nervous system - 4-7-8 Breathing: Calming technique that reduces anxiety in seconds - 20 Push-ups: Redirect energy and release natural endorphins - 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding: Anchor yourself using your five senses - Box Breathing: Navy SEAL technique for mental control - Plus 5 more for movement, mindfulness, and connection GAMIFICATION THAT MOTIVATES Progress through 10 ranks as you build your streak — from Day One all the way to Unbreakable. Unlock 12 achievement badges for milestones like your first week, first month, and first year free. Earn check-in achievements by building your daily reflection habit. DAILY CHECK-INS & INSIGHTS - Track mood, energy levels, and urge intensity daily - Identify your personal triggers from 16 categories - View 30-day mood trend charts and weekly summaries - Understand your patterns with detailed analytics ACCOUNTABILITY & SHARING - Create shareable progress cards to show your streak - Share with accountability partners or support groups - Track your journey with a visual streak calendar RECOVERY PREDICTIONS Your personalized assessment gives you a predicted recovery date, success probability, and tailored recommendations. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION An IronWill subscription unlocks full access to all features and content. Payment is charged to your App Store account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends — manage or cancel anytime in your account settings. Any unused free trial time is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. FEATURES: - Streak counter with rank progression - 90-day Brain Reboot tracker - System-wide website blocker - Urge toolkit: breathwork, sounds, games & reads - 10 emergency coping techniques - Daily mood, energy & urge tracking - Trigger pattern analysis - 30+ motivational daily quotes - Shareable progress cards - 12 unlockable achievements - Detailed analytics dashboard Your journey to freedom starts with one day. Download IronWill and take the first step toward reclaiming your life. Terms of Service: https://getironwill.app/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://getironwill.app/privacy/ Term of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Rewire

Features
Read full description

Most apps are built to keep you hooked. REWIRE is built to help you unhook. 30 days. One task per day. A real endpoint — not another subscription that keeps billing you. Each day, REWIRE gives you one small action that retrains how your brain responds to boredom and idle moments. No screen-time tracking. No permissions. No account required. Everything stays on your device. THE PROGRAM Week 1 — Remove: Break the automatic reach. Replace reflex with intention. Week 2 — Replace: Build a substitute for each craving trigger. Week 3 — Rebuild: Rediscover low-stimulation activities. Boredom stops feeling unbearable. Week 4 — Rewire: Lock in the new baseline. The urge to scroll gets quieter. WHY IT'S DIFFERENT • One task per day — under 5 minutes to read • No tracking, no permissions, no data collected • One-time purchase — no recurring charges, ever • 30 days, then you're done. A finite challenge with a real endpoint • No account needed — everything lives on your device THE SCIENCE Dopamine sensitivity isn't fixed — it's trained. Every mindless phone reach reinforces a loop. REWIRE interrupts that loop with small, deliberate actions that rebuild your tolerance for ordinary, unstimulated moments. After 30 days: less compulsive checking. Better focus. A quieter baseline. Start free. Unlock the full 30-day program for a one-time payment.

Screenshots

IronWill4 screens
Rewire4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Rewire at none against IronWill's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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. IronWill sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Rewire sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
IronWill versus Rewire: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterIronWillRewire
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (4 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size121 MB2 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperAn Tran少寅 汪

In-app purchases

9 purchases

IronWill

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly Access$4.997 Days
  • Weekly Access with Free Trial3 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Monthly Access with Free Trial3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 2 more
  • Yearly Access - Special Offer$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Access$49.991 Year
One-time4
  • One Coffee$1.99
  • Three Coffee$3.99
  • Five Coffee$5.99
Show 1 more
  • Lifetime$99.99
1 purchases

Rewire

One-time1
  • Full Program$14.99

Questions

Is IronWill free?
IronWill is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Rewire free?
Rewire is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do IronWill or Rewire have ads?
IronWill shows ads; Rewire does not.

Other comparisons