# Merite: Earn Screen Time — Complete tasks to unlock apps

> Earn screen time by completing tasks, then use it to access blocked apps. (iPhone/iPad app by Artem Talko.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merite-earn-screen-time/id6757801429 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Artem Talko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1869002635)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 33 App Store ratings · 8 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 19 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, European Spanish, Ukrainian
- Released: 2026-02-16
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merite-earn-screen-time/id6757801429/reviews.md

## What is Merite?

Make screen time a reward, not a habit.

Merite helps you turn everyday responsibilities into intentional screen time. Create tasks for work, study, chores, or personal goals. Complete them to build your screen time budget, then use that time when you want a break.

Instead of scrolling by default, Merite helps you pause, finish what matters, and enjoy your phone with less guilt.

- Complete tasks to earn screen time
- Keep distracting apps blocked until you have time available
- Stay private with on-device data, no accounts, and no tracking
- Enjoy guilt-free scrolling because your break is earned

Turn your phone from a distraction into a tool for balance.

Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://artemtalko.github.io/merite.privacy-policy/

## Key features

- Earn screen time by completing tasks
- Block distracting apps until time is earned
- Data stays on device, no tracking
- Promotes phone-life balance
- Turn phone into a tool

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Buy me a coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Big tip | $5.99 | one-time |
| Buy me a pizza | $2.99 | one-time |
| Merite Pro Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (8 of 8)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/merite-earn-screen-time/id6757801429/reviews.md

### 5/5 — AMAZING

*2026-05-09*

This app lowered my screen time a lot.All the other apps wanted me to pay 40 + dollars this app is free and easy to use.Great job to whoever created this.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the amazing review! Hearing that the app is helping you build better screen time habits is exactly what I was aiming for. Thanks for the support!

### 5/5 — Really useful

*2026-04-30*

This has been very useful and helped me slow down my screen time recommend

**Developer response:** Thank you! So happy to hear the app is helping you slow down your screen time right away. Wishing you continued success! :)

### 5/5 — ACTUALLY FREE

*2026-04-28*

I have been using this app for 1 day and I see the difference I really recommend for anyone.

**Developer response:** Thank you! So happy to hear it's helping you make progress right away. Wishing you all the best!

### 5/5 — Free and easy to use

*2026-04-05*

Not sure how this isn’t a popular, Instantly love this and how you need to earn your screen time, and finally a free app! It’d be incredible if you could withdraw and pick what app you want to use it on!

**Developer response:** Hi! Thanks for the 5 stars! That's a really cool feature idea, I think I might implement something like that someday. Glad you like the app!

### 3/5 — What it this

*2026-03-29*

The app great to use and my apps not working to earn more or app wrong to use and how to use to ??

**Developer response:** Hi! Thanks for the review. I actually received your email and replied there with an explanation. I hope it helped! If not, just let me know.

### 4/5 — What

*2026-03-24*

I thought this was great but it appears to only block apps when my time is up after I open the app. This defeats the whole purpose… This sucks. No, none of my settings are wrong, I’ve already looked.

Edit:
I thought this was the case but I might be wrong? Tried it again and it worked alright…

**Developer response:** Hi! Thanks for the update! Glad everything is working properly now. If you ever run into any delays or other issues, just let me know:)

### 3/5 — Incorrect timing?

*2026-03-13*

Hello! Before I say anything this is a better app than all the other screen time apps but… After I earned 100 minutes and withdrew them, about 15-20 minutes later it shut down my apps again for some reason 😭

I wonder if this is a glitch or something. But yeah… 

Thank you for reading!

**Developer response:** Hi! Thanks for reaching out. This isn't exactly a glitch, but rather how the app currently works: a new withdrawal overwrites the active timer instead of adding to it (so 15m replaces the 100m).
I completely agree it should stack, and I'm planning to fix this in a future update. Thanks for the feedback!

### 5/5 — Completely free AND usefUl, I never thought I would find it.

*2026-02-24*

I tried multiple apps to lower my screen time, and honestly, it wasn’t looking good. They all charged money, and even when there was a free option, it didn’t make any sense and was super confusing to use. Every app felt different and complicated.

Then I downloaded Merite. When I got this app, it had a clear and simple way of working, and it actually helps. Even though I’ve only had it for a short time, it lets you create your own schedule for what you need to do. You earn points for completing tasks, and you can use those points to get more screen time. I think this is a really good way to stay productive. I highly recommend this free app because it actually makes a difference and, it is 100% free.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m thrilled to hear that Merite is helping you stay productive. As a solo developer, your support is incredibly motivating. I have many plans to keep improving the app and making it even more user-friendly.
I really appreciate it!

## Frequently asked questions about Merite

### How does Merite work?

Merite allows you to earn screen time by completing tasks you set, such as for work or study. Once you've earned enough time, you can use it to access apps that are otherwise blocked.

### Is Merite free to use?

Yes, Merite is available for free. The app is supported by its developer and does not require any payment to use its core features.

### Does Merite have ads?

No, Merite is ad-free. Users can enjoy an uninterrupted experience without advertisements interfering with their task completion or earned screen time.

### What devices does Merite support?

Merite is currently available for iPhone devices. It is designed to help manage screen time on iOS platforms.

### How is my data handled by Merite?

All of your data stays on your device with Merite. The app does not track your activity or require any accounts, ensuring your privacy.

### What is the age rating for Merite?

Merite has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content.

### How often is Merite updated?

The latest version of Merite is 1.0.9, last updated on May 17, 2026. This suggests regular updates to improve functionality and user experience.

### Can I use Merite offline?

While the app's core functionality of earning and using screen time relies on completing tasks, the data privacy feature of keeping all data on the device suggests it may function offline for tracking earned time.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.4 — 2026-08-14

- fixed a bug that caused tasks to be recreated on the same day
- minor UI improvements
- new reminders system

### 1.1.3 — 2026-07-10

- Improved overall stability
- Added a widget with tasks
- Added Ukrainian, French, German, Japanese, and Spanish localizations

### 1.1.2 — 2026-06-26

- New onboarding

### 1.1.1 — 2026-06-10

- Fixed an issue that could affect access to Merite Pro.
- Added a clearer way for early Merite users to claim their lifetime access.
- Small stability improvements.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-06-08

- Added Merite Premium with subscriber-only features
- Improved UI details and overall app polish
- Fixed bugs and improved stability

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*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 2026-09-01.*