Software · head to head
Brain.fm vs Gravit Designer

Brain.fm
Software
Scientifically-designed music to enhance focus and productivity
- From
- $14.99/month
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Gravit Designer has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Brain.fm monthly plan at $14.99/month significantly more expensive per unit than annual plan ($8.33/month equivalent); Gravit Designer the Gravit Designer brand and domain designer.io were retired and now redirect live to CorelDRAW, confirming the standalone product no longer exists under its own name
- They diverge on capability: Brain.fm covers Neuroscience-designed music, Gravit Designer covers Vector drawing.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Brain.fm and Gravit Designer actually diverge.
| Attribute | Brain.fm | Gravit Designer |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $14.99/month | Free |
| Pricing model | subscription | freemium |
| Free tier | No | Yes |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android, Desktop | Windows, Macos, Linux, Web |
| Founded | 2015 | 2014 |
Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Brain.fm
- Neuroscience-designed music
- Focus tracks
- Relaxation tracks
- Sleep tracks
- Offline mode
- Multiple genres
- Cross-platform access
- Ad-free experience
Only in Gravit Designer
- Vector drawing
- Bezier tools
- Shape tools
- Typography
- Gradient tools
- Symbols
- Layers
- Cloud storage
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Brain.fm
- Knowledge workers requiring focus audio for deep work blocksnot Gravit Designer
- ADHD individuals seeking neurologically-optimised audio for concentrationnot Gravit Designer
- Students preparing for exams with learning and meditation supportnot Gravit Designer
Gravit Designer
- Logo designnot Brain.fm
- Vector illustrationnot Brain.fm
- Icon designnot Brain.fm
- Web graphicsnot Brain.fm
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Brain.fm
- Monthly plan at $14.99/month significantly more expensive per unit than annual plan ($8.33/month equivalent)
- ADHD mode available only with active subscription; no trial access to specialised features
- No offline mode documented; requires internet connectivity for audio delivery
- Content library composition not published (proprietary vs. licensed music distinction unclear)
Gravit Designer
- The Gravit Designer brand and domain designer.io were retired and now redirect live to CorelDRAW, confirming the standalone product no longer exists under its own name
Pricing, plan by plan
Brain.fm
$14.99/monthNo published plan breakdown. See the Brain.fm review.
Gravit Designer
Free- FreeFree
- Cloud storage
- All design tools
- SVG support
Which should you pick?
Choose Brain.fm if
- You need neuroscience-designed music.
- You work on Web, iOS, Android, Desktop.
- You also want focus tracks.
Choose Gravit Designer if
- You need vector drawing.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Web.
- You also want bezier tools.
Questions people ask
- Is Brain.fm or Gravit Designer better?
- Neither clearly leads. Brain.fm starts at $14.99/month and Gravit Designer at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Brain.fm or Gravit Designer?
- Gravit Designer has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $14.99/month for Brain.fm and Free for Gravit Designer.
- Does Brain.fm or Gravit Designer run on more platforms?
- Brain.fm runs on Web, iOS, Android, Desktop. Gravit Designer runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Web.
- Can I use Gravit Designer for free?
- Yes. Gravit Designer has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Brain.fm starts at $14.99/month.
- What is Brain.fm best used for?
- Brain.fm is most often used for knowledge workers requiring focus audio for deep work blocks, adhd individuals seeking neurologically-optimised audio for concentration, students preparing for exams with learning and meditation support. Of those, knowledge workers requiring focus audio for deep work blocks and adhd individuals seeking neurologically-optimised audio for concentration are not what Gravit Designer is typically brought in for.
- What can Brain.fm do that Gravit Designer cannot?
- Brain.fm covers Neuroscience-designed music, Focus tracks, Relaxation tracks, Sleep tracks. Gravit Designer covers Vector drawing, Bezier tools, Shape tools, Typography.
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