Brainrot: Screen Time Control

Name: Brainrot: Screen Time Control
Rating: 4.5 (14044 reviews)
Author: Smolworks Inc

By: Smolworks Inc

App Blocker & Focus Timer

Features & Capabilities

Brainrot is a playful screen time control that blocks apps and sites, runs a focus timer for deep work, and nudges you to put the phone down with a decay avatar. Schedule smart blocks for bedtime, mornings, and meetings, and use mindful breaks to reset without guilt. Track insights to spot Brainrot blockers and reclaim hours for what matters.

Privacy-first on-device protection: Brainrot uses Apple’s Screen Time API; all monitoring and blocking run on your device. Your data stays on your phone. Note: All features described above require a subscription.

User Growth & Download Statistics

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By:

Smolworks Inc

Rating:

4.50

(14,044) 717 new ratings

Version:

2.0.5 Last updated: 2026-06-12

Version code:

886861171

Creation date:

2025-05-20

Compatible devices:

Size:

116.06MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-29

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 14,958 ▲ 448

Other rankings

#9 in screen time keyword 18

#14 in screen time tracker keyword 8 ▲ 4

#14 in screentime tracker keyword 12 ▲ 4

#29 in self control keyword 44 ▲ 20

#48 in control keyword 47 ▲

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Developed by:

Smolworks Inc

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brainrot-screen-time-control/id6744338972

User Reviews

Reviews are mixed: some users find Brainrot motivates them to reduce screen time, but a majority criticize the paid-only model, lack of a free trial, and aggressive onboarding. Major recurring issues include counting all app usage rather than targeted apps, reliability bugs, data-privacy concerns, and disruptive paywall prompts that hinder first-time use.

Pros

Helps some users stay motivated to reduce their screen time.
For some users, the app feels engaging and enjoyable, with a cute/pleasant vibe that adds motivation.

Cons

Requires a paid subscription with no free trial, and a persistent paywall that many users find predatory or misleading.
Counts all screen time instead of only the designated Brainrot-monitored apps, making it hard to exclude specific apps (e.g., Maps) from counting.
Frequent bugs and reliability issues (misattribution of app usage, failure to block, freezes, and having to reinstall/recreate rules).
Privacy concerns due to collecting screentime data before access to the app and prompts to pay.
Onboarding and promotion flow feels aggressive (prolonged paywall prompts and discount loops) and can block initial use.