# Kael: Quit Doomscrolling. — Get things done. > AI-powered app blocker that intelligently grants temporary access based on user-provided reasons. (iPhone/iPad app by RAJ JIGNESHKUMAR PATEL.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kael-quit-doomscrolling/id6771115892 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [RAJ JIGNESHKUMAR PATEL](https://appshunter.io/developer/1894717521) - Category: Productivity, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 17.0 · 7 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2026-06-03 - Data updated: 2026-07-27 - Monetization: freemium - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kael-quit-doomscrolling/id6771115892/reviews.md ## What is Kael? 1. Block addictive apps and websites 2. Describe in >= 30 words why you need access 3. Claude judges your reason against your schedule and upcoming deadlines. Valid reason --> Access "I'm bored" --> Reflect why. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Every blocker fails the same way: you turn it off. Kael doesn't give you that switch. Tap a blocked app and it asks one thing — why? An AI weighs your reason against your actual day — deadlines, schedule, time, where you are — and either grants a short, timed pass or tells you to sit with it a moment. Good reason → a few minutes, then the block comes back on its own. Weak reason → denied, with a quick reflection instead. No willpower. No gaming the timer. Just honest friction, right when you reach for your phone. It adjusts on its own. Strict during class, work, and deadline crunches. Looser once the day's done. You never fiddle with a strictness dial — Kael reads the moment. Built for people with deadlines Sync Apple & Google Calendar — Kael tightens as due dates close in Draw a zone around your library or desk; it activates when you arrive Daily to-dos it remembers and brings up when you start to wander A morning briefing that plans your day Real breaks — scheduled, and earned with a quick note on what they're for Stay honest together Add friends, form groups, and climb streak leaderboards. See your patterns Every unlock is logged — what you asked for, what you said, what you got. Learn when you actually crack, and let Kael guard those hours harder. Kael Pro unlocks breaks, deadline tracking, advanced scheduling, and more. Private by design: blocking runs on Apple's Screen Time, your location never leaves your phone, and your reasons are judged in the moment — never used to profile you. Stop negotiating with yourself. Let Kael do it. Kael Pro does include an auto-renewable subscription. • Kael Pro Monthly — $7.99 per month (1 week free trial) • Kael Pro Yearly — $89.99 per year (2 weeks free trial) Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Kael Terms of Service: https://www.kael.live/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.kael.live/privacy ## Key features - AI-driven app blocking - Context-aware strictness modes - Deadline tracking - Calendar and to-do integration - Location-based focus zones - Group accountability features - Focus pattern analysis ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Kael Pro — Monthly | $7.99 | per month | | Kael Pro — Yearly | $89.99 | per year | ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kael-quit-doomscrolling/id6771115892/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Amazing App NOT a money grab!! *2026-07-07* This app is amazing and helped me regain my focus. I wasted so much time on my phone but no other app helped me control myself more than Kael. Thank you to the creators for making an app that actually wants to you succeed and isn’t just a stupid money grab. ## Frequently asked questions about Kael ### What is Kael's primary function? Kael is designed to help users reclaim their focus by intelligently blocking distracting apps and websites. It uses AI to evaluate user-provided reasons for needing access, granting temporary, time-boxed passes. ### How does Kael adapt its strictness? Kael automatically adjusts its blocking strictness based on your daily context. It has modes like 'Focus' during scheduled work/class, 'Balanced' during work hours, and 'Ease'/'Night' when your day is done, with manual 'Lock In' available. ### Does Kael require a subscription to use? Kael offers a free version with core blocking features. A 'Kael Pro' subscription unlocks advanced features like quick breaks, deadline tracking, and advanced scheduling, with monthly and yearly plans available. ### What are the subscription options for Kael Pro? Kael Pro offers a monthly subscription for $7.99 with a 7-day free trial, and a yearly subscription for $89.99 with a 14-day free trial. These unlock the full experience of the app. ### How does Kael handle breaks? Kael allows for scheduled 'Quick Breaks' that override blocking, requiring a brief written reflection on the purpose of the break. This encourages intentional rest as part of the focus process. ### Can Kael be used with friends? Yes, Kael supports accountability through groups. You can add friends using invite codes to form groups, compete on leaderboards ranked by focus streaks, and see each other's progress. ### What devices does Kael support? Kael is available on Mac and iPhone. It utilizes Apple's Screen Time framework for its blocking functionality, requiring permission during setup. ### How often is Kael updated? The latest version of Kael is 1.1.1, last updated on July 10, 2026. The app is actively maintained to improve its features and reliability. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 1.1.2 — 2026-07-27 Chat with friends and ask them for permission to use an app. Send friend requests through imessages. A new system for setting breaks as well. ### 1.1.1 — 2026-07-10 Fixed some bugs I found. ### 1.1.0 — 2026-07-09 Fixed bugs, added a new way of settings breaks. ### 1.0.5 — 2026-06-27 Fixed bugs with calendar loading. New marketing screenshots. ### 1.0.4 — 2026-06-16 Fixed some functionality bugs. --- *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 2026-07-27.*