Study Bunny
By Suvia Li Nov. 10, 2022
With a rating of 4.8 and over one million downloads across iOS and Google Play, Study Bunny is a productivity app that employs a bunny to encourage the development of good study habits.
Upon opening the app, users are greeted by their study bunny, a virtual pet rabbit in the middle of a charming room. Its whimsical design, filled with pastel colors, creates a comforting atmosphere.
Study Bunny’s main utility lies in its timed study function—users can choose between a countdown clock and stopwatch to track their time they spend studying. For every ten minutes of studying, one coin is granted to purchase accessories and food items for the bunny, incentivizing users to study longer.
I particularly enjoy the app’s myriad of wallpapers, including an ice rink and rainforest, with each curating a different mood. The app also includes a timed break service known as the Pomodoro Technique, which interrupts intense work sessions with short breaks to prevent burnout.
Study Bunny does not prevent users from opening other apps while the study timer is running but helps discourage them from doing so. If a customer leaves the app while Honesty Mode is active, it asks “Were you distracted?” once reopened. If the user answers affirmatively, then a punishment—such as a loss of coins or an advertisement—is inflicted. Additionally, the program’s Happy Meter changes the bunny’s emotions and facial expression according to the time the user allocates studying—the more time spent working, the happier the bunny is.
The app contains other miscellaneous study utilities such as a customizable to-do list, flashcards and a “study with friends” function. Study minutes are also organized into a calendar-style bar graph, which users can categorize based on the subject studied.
I have been using Study Bunny for about a month and I find the bunny’s presence helpful as it increases my productivity. However, I do not see it as a necessity—alternative study methods like using actual timers can be just as effective.
From its adorable design to its effective applications, Study Bunny is a great match for anyone looking to spice up their studying habits.
About the Contributor
Suvia Li
opinion page editor
Suvia Li is a junior at Leland High School and is the Opinions page editor for The Charger Account. In her free time, she likes eating, napping, crocheting, and listening to music.
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