# Breaktime: Focus App Blocker — Stricter Screen Time Control.

> App blocker for strict screen time control and enhanced focus. (iPhone/iPad app by Nathan Chan.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breaktime-focus-app-blocker/id6746742596 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nathan Chan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1818276980)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 66 App Store ratings · 16 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-08-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breaktime-focus-app-blocker/id6746742596/reviews.md

## What is Breaktime?

How it works:

- Block apps permanently or set a schedule
- Friction before EVERY unlock with 14+ different modes
- Set a time limit on how long you'll unlock for
- When your time's up your apps are automatically reblocked

Other features designed for focus:

- 14+ friction modes to help you reconsider: pushups, eye contact, tap to unlock, typing a quote or a breathing cycle and more.
- Strict Mode, where no breaks or bypasses are allowed.
- Travel Mode, automatically unblock apps when you're away from home.
- Scheduling: Setup automatic recurring blocking.
- Set a daily limit goal and stay motivated with streaks.
- Advanced customisations to suit your focus needs.
- No collection of your phone usage or personal data.
- Minimal UI designed as simple as possible to be less stimulating and distracting.
- Lightning-fast setup. You’re ready to go in 30 seconds.

In a world where apps do everything they can now to keep you scrolling, Breaktime is designed to give you back control. It takes a different approach, believing that being intentional with your downtime and deciding how long you want to spend on an app beforehand is essential to digital wellbeing. It’s built for the people who value their focus, productivity, and time away from your phone.

Terms of use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy policy: https://breaktimeapp.github.io/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Block distracting apps 24/7
- Timed breaks for app access
- Customizable delay for reconsideration
- Strict Mode with no bypasses
- Travel Mode for automatic unblocking
- Scheduled recurring blocking
- Daily limit goals and streaks

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Breaktime Premium - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Breaktime Premium - Annually | $49.99 | per year |
| Breaktime Premium | $2.99 | per month |
| Breaktime Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Breaktime Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Breaktime Premium | $34.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 16)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breaktime-focus-app-blocker/id6746742596/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Easy

*2026-06-21, version 1.6.9*

Very clan and easy to use. It’s genuinely helped me stay off my phone and focus.

### 5/5 — I wish i had download this sooner

*2026-06-19*

Its free too, all the other ones are payed, this feels like the developers are really great people

### 5/5 — I suggest this app

*2026-03-26*

Only app that works for me and is cheap too

**Developer response:** Hey Dane, thank you for the kind feedback!

### 5/5 — Premium

*2026-02-28*

I would buy premium if it had a feature where you could limit the amount of breaks or break time in a day, but otherwise this app is great

**Developer response:** Hey Dane, thanks for the feedback, we've released this feature!

### 5/5 — Premium

*2026-02-26*

I would buy premium if it had a feature where you could limit the amount of breaks or break time in a day but otherwise this app is great

### 5/5 — Great for students

*2025-11-29, version 1.5.5*

Ok so im a student who struggles so much with distractions and social interactions while studying, and right before my mocks i discovered breaktime, and my revision time per day went from about 45minutes to 3 hours! Its genuinely a lifesaver either for trying to get healthy habits or preventing distraction! I honestly couldnt reccomend it leas

### 5/5 — This is a really good app

*2025-11-28, version 1.5.5*

Wow I thought this was going to be a bad app but apparently not it’s super good and it works I don’t go on social media as much but the only thing is that you need to contribute to it as well in order for it to work but I love this app I wish 10 stars would be a thing

### 3/5 — Good app, update broke it

*2025-11-25*

Loved the app at first, and used it to block Narwhal (Reddit third party app), and the YouTube Chrome page. I was so happy with it that I even paid to be a subscriber even though I’m only blocking two links. Sadly, somehow an update broke it and now can’t block YouTube at all. Not the regular desktop address, or the mobile address. Now I’m stuck doom scrolling YouTube reels again when I wish it was blocked. Pls fix :( I had to unsub since it’s just not working anymore

**Developer response:** Hi! The app is still working for all our other users on the new update. Could you please send an email to getbreaktime@gmail.com and I'll help you resolve any issues.

### 5/5 — Amazing App

*2025-11-12, version 1.4.0*

Dope app to use. No fuss and easy to get you back on track. Thank you!

### 4/5 — More accountability

*2025-10-27*

If you make it harder to get breaks like limiting how many you can take in a day that’s would be great you can late a setting where you pick between just trying to get better or hardcore mode where you have a daily limited break.

**Developer response:** Thanks so much for the feedback! That's a great idea and we'll look at implementing it in the future! For now, I suggest looking into setting a longer start break delay to make it harder or use strict mode!

Thanks,
Nathan

## Frequently asked questions about Breaktime

### How does Breaktime help users focus?

Breaktime blocks distracting apps by default. To access them, users must set a duration for their usage and start a timed break, promoting intentionality and accountability for their screen time.

### What are the pricing options for Breaktime Premium?

Breaktime offers several subscription plans for Premium, including monthly options at $2.99 and $3.99, and yearly options at $24.99 and $34.99. All plans include a 7-day free trial.

### Is Breaktime available on all devices?

Breaktime is currently supported on iPhone and iPad devices, as indicated by its compatibility with the iOS ecosystem.

### How often is Breaktime updated?

The latest version of Breaktime, 1.6.3, was released on April 6, 2026, suggesting a relatively active development cycle for the application.

### What is Strict Mode in Breaktime?

Strict Mode is a feature within Breaktime that disables all breaks and bypasses, ensuring that once apps are blocked, they remain inaccessible without any exceptions.

### Does Breaktime collect user data?

No, Breaktime explicitly states that it does not collect any user data, prioritizing user privacy and security.

### What is the age rating for Breaktime?

Breaktime has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users, including younger individuals and families.

### Can Breaktime be used offline?

While the description doesn't explicitly state offline functionality, the core features of blocking apps and managing timed breaks are designed to operate locally on the device, suggesting it can function without a constant internet connection.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8.1 — 2026-08-26

14+ New Friction Modes: Camera Reflection, Pushups, Steps, Eye Contact, Touch Grass and more.

### 1.8.0 — 2026-08-25

14+ New Friction Modes: Camera Reflection, Pushups, Steps, Eye Contact, Touch Grass and more.

### 1.7.9 — 2026-08-14

14+ New Friction Modes: Camera Reflection, Pushups, Steps, Eye Contact, Touch Grass and more.
Pushups bug fixes

### 1.7.8 — 2026-08-01

Set Custom Break Ending Warning Time
14+ New Friction Modes: Camera Reflection, Pushups, Steps, Eye Contact, Touch Grassand more.

### 1.7.7 — 2026-07-13

12+ New Friction Modes: Pushups, Steps, Eye Contact, Breathing Cycles, Rotate Phone, Type a Quote, Tap to Unlock and more.

## Apps similar to Breaktime

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Strukt: Productivity Dashboard](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strukt-productivity-dashboard/id6751095052) | 4.4 (14) | Free | Productivity |
| [Superhappy Screen Time Blocker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superhappy-screen-time-blocker/id6479611902) | 4.6 (280) | Free | Productivity |
| [log off - unrot your brain](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/log-off-unrot-your-brain/id6612007322) | 4.8 (331) | Free | Productivity |
| [breakfree: screen time control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakfree-screen-time-control/id6755940453) | 4.5 (114) | Free | Productivity |
| [Jolt: Screen Time Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jolt-screen-time-control/id6738301540) | 4.4 (99) | Free | Productivity |
| [Journey: Screen Time Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/journey-screen-time-control/id6749665109) | 4.8 (2,100) | Free | Productivity |

## Related topics

[breaktime app blocker](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/breaktime-app-blocker) · [breaktime](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/breaktime) · [indian movies](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/indian-movies)

---

*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-27.*