# Brainlock vs Lettuce

The clearest difference is monetization model: Brainlock at freemium against Lettuce's subscription. Brainlock also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). Lettuce's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Brainlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and Lettuce sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Lettuce holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 2 respectively.

Brainlock ships an update every 2 weeks, Lettuce every 5 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Brainlock | Lettuce |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainlock-quit-scrolling/id6759520546/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lettuce-screen-time-control/id6759941972/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 2 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 55 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PLBTK Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1869924105) | [Stanislav Perevozchikov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1881800184) |

## What reviewers say

### Brainlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brainlock-quit-scrolling/id6759520546)

This app locks distracting applications until you pass a brain-training test. Choose your difficulty to earn screen time and improve your memory, focus, and problem-solving skills. Track your progress and aim for higher ranks without relying on willpower.

**Highlights:** App locking with brain tests, Multiple difficulty levels, 18 brain games, Brainpower Score tracking, Progress stats, Daily streaks

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Brainlock Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Brainlock Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| BrainLock Pro Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


### Lettuce

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lettuce-screen-time-control/id6759941972)

This app uses a virtual plant that thrives on focused time and wilts with distracting app usage. It allows users to block specific apps or categories, set manual or recurring focus sessions, and earn rewards for consistent focus. All features require a subscription.

**Highlights:** Focus plant visualizer, App and category blocking, Manual and scheduled focus sessions, Lock screen live activity, Streaks, badges, and daily goals, Vacation mode

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lettuce Premium (1 Week) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Lettuce Premium (1 Year) | $14.99 | per year |
| Lettuce Premium (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Lettuce Premium (1 Year) | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Brainlock free?

Brainlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Lettuce free?

Lettuce is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Brainlock or Lettuce?

Lettuce is rated higher. Brainlock averages 4.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Lettuce averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Brainlock or Lettuce have ads?

Neither Brainlock nor Lettuce shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Brainlock or Lettuce?

Brainlock ships an update every 2 weeks, and Lettuce every 5 days. Most recently, Brainlock was updated on October 31, 2026 and Lettuce on October 31, 2026.

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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.*