# Reclaimwell by Aro — Reclaim time for what matters

> Habit-forming app to reduce screen time and increase real-world engagement. (iPhone/iPad app by Aro.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reclaimwell-by-aro/id1627607046 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Aro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1588785606)
- Category: Lifestyle, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.70/5 from 258 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 61 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2022-08-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reclaimwell-by-aro/id1627607046/reviews.md

## What is Reclaimwell by Aro?

With Reclaimwell by Aro, you and your family will spend less time on your phones and reclaim time for the things that matter most. 

Rather than block or limit screen time, Aro develops the habit of physically putting your phone down when you want to focus, engage, connect, or simply be present.

WHY RECLAIMWELL?

→ Proven to Work
Our users average over 2 hours away from their phones every day and more than 9 hours when using the app at night for restful sleep.

→ Effective Approach
App blockers and screen-time limits are easily ignored, and digital detoxes and locking up your phone aren’t practical solutions for most of us, especially parents who are managing their families and working. The most effective, and healthiest, way to reduce screen time is to learn to use our smartphones as tools.

→ Parent-first Approach 
We tend to think of phone addiction and social media as problems for kids, and they are, but they are also struggles for parents. Reclaimwell allows parents to be participants in the solution rather than just enforcers of screen time limits.

→ Empowering Families & Now Churches
Since the beginning, we have helped families build better screen-time habits. With Reclaimwell, we’re expanding that mission to help church leaders and staff create a culture of healthy technology use. By leading well, churches can set the tone for their communities in a digitally distracted world.


HOW IT WORKS

→ The App
Habit-forming app that encourages and motivates you to spend less time glued to your screen and more time enjoying life’s moments. The app uses motion sensing in your phone to track off-screen time and gamifies the experience of being away from your phone.

* Set Phone-Free Goals and Track Your Progress
* Engage with Your Social Circle for Accountability
* Receive Gentle Reminders Throughout the Day
* Join Challenges and Earn Rewards

→ The Box
Purchase an Aro box (optional) to pair with the app. The box acts as the visual cue to be present with your family, automatically tracks and rewards you for intentional time away from your phone, and charges your phone while you recharge.


WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING


“Easy-to-use app. Gamifying screen-free time works” - WIRED

“Curb your family’s screen addiction with this buzzy system that rewards time away from mindless scrolling.” - PEOPLE

“This app does something that none of the others do - keeps me from picking up my phone!" - Michelle B. | Reclaimwell User

Read more about our terms and conditions here:
goaro.com/termsofsale
goaro.com/termsofservice
goaro.com/privacy

## Key features

- Habit-forming screen time reduction
- Motion sensing for off-screen tracking
- Gamified experience with rewards
- Family and church community features
- Set phone-free goals and track progress
- Accountability through social circle

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Annual | $69.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Annual | $99.99 | per year |
| Annual | $69.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $399.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 29)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reclaimwell-by-aro/id1627607046/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App not functioning properly and no real access to support

*2025-12-06*

I bought the box and loaded the app today. Logged in and every time I log off time and pick my phone back up I get stuck on a page that is for tagging your time. It won’t let me choose anything and has no option to go anywhere from there so I have to close the app. When I reopen it’s like I’m a brand new user again (but logged in). No articles on the site help and there is not a way to get in touch with anyone. I’m really frustrated.

### 1/5 — Concept is great

*2025-12-04, version 0.2.23*

I love the concept but the app sucks. It never logs my sessions, even when I see the orange screen, start a session, and then leave my phone face down. When I return, there is always some reason the session did not start and/or log. It’s too much of a headache when I can just leave my phone and get the same benefits without the analysis. Wanted to love this but just going to delete the app.

### 5/5 — Thank you for the recent changes!!

*2025-11-19*

I had previously downloaded this app because it sounded exactly like what I was looking for- an app that counts your off screen time rather than on screen time! Very hard to find for some reason but far more motivating, in my opinion. But I was very disappointed to discover I couldn’t use the app without a box or a group? Well, those things weren’t an option for me so I deleted the app. Then I received an email saying that the app was now accessible for free so I redownloaded it and I am so so happy! This app is great and exactly what I was looking for! Thank you for making it available to everyone.

### 1/5 — App freezes

*2025-10-05*

I really liked this app but it’s almost unusable in current form. Every time a session ends the app freezes and will not continue. It’s a huge pain. Until that’s fixed I cannot recommend it.

### 2/5 — For how much this costs, the app is very glitchy

*2025-10-04*

I really like this product, but I get SO irritated at how frequently the screen freezes at the end of a “phone-free” session. It frequently won’t like me select the tag I want, so I have to close out the app and reopen, then attempt to tag it. Considering the expense of this app and the box, I really don’t understand why it does this so often.

### 3/5 — App seems to be getting worse

*2025-09-14*

The app has never been 100 percent accurate with tracking box usage, but as of late it has been really bad. My phone stays in the box every night from 8PM till 6AM fairly religiously and the app currently shows 2 days of usage in the last week.

### 2/5 — For how much this costs, the app is very glitchy

*2025-06-28*

I really like this product, but I get SO irritated at how frequently the screen freezes at the end of a “phone-free” session. It frequently won’t like me select the tag I want, so I have to close out the app and reopen, then attempt to tag it. Considering the expense of this app and the box, I really don’t understand why it does this so often.

### 1/5 — You can not unsubscribe

*2025-04-07, version 0.2.15*

I thought the app was great it will
Keep charging you the billing portal will not
Let you reset it won’t terminate and you can email but it’s automated responses

### 3/5 — Screen time

*2025-03-16, version 0.2.14*

App is so so, very glitchy and at times inaccurately recording time away. Got it free through church. Has curtailed screen time.Recorded time away as 30ish minutes recently when clearly it was an 1.5 hours.
Honestly it’s silly to spend money on a fancy box to reduce screen time when flipping phone over works just as well.

### 2/5 — Drains battery and requires manual tracking

*2025-03-02*

This app tracks when you don’t use your phone. But it requires your phone to do that. Kind of counter intuitive. Also, it uses a TON of battery on my iPhone. For something that should just be a background app this one is very counterintuitive.

## Frequently asked questions about Reclaimwell by Aro

### What does Reclaimwell do?

Reclaimwell is a habit-forming app designed to help users spend less time on their phones and more time engaging with life. It encourages physically putting your phone down to foster focus, connection, and presence, and has been shown to help users average over 2 hours away from their phones daily.

### How does Reclaimwell help reduce screen time?

Instead of blocking or limiting screen time, Reclaimwell uses motion sensing to track when your phone is off-screen and gamifies the experience of being away from it. It motivates users through challenges, rewards, and gentle reminders to build healthier technology habits.

### Is Reclaimwell free to use?

The app itself offers a free experience with in-app purchases for optional features or the Aro box. The core functionality of habit formation and tracking screen-free time is accessible without upfront cost.

### Who is Reclaimwell for?

Reclaimwell is primarily for families looking to manage their screen time and build better habits together. It also extends its mission to churches, helping leaders and staff create a culture of healthy technology use within their communities.

### What is the Aro box and do I need it?

The Aro box is an optional accessory that pairs with the app. It acts as a visual cue for being present, automatically tracks and rewards intentional time away from your phone, and charges your device. While not required to use the app, it enhances the experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.2.24 — 2025-12-12

We have added challenges to the home screen to make them more visible and keep you aware that your time reclaimed is working towards a larger goal!
Along with that we added some slight improvements to the onboarding steps to make it a bit smoother.

### 0.2.23 — 2025-11-26

We did some fixes to some small issues that were affecting users with different font sizes.

### 0.2.22 — 2025-11-22

Small UI changes to Challenges page
Patches for various bugs

### 0.2.21 — 2025-11-17

Update to onboarding to remove the paywall for free access to base features.

New store page for our products and for future offerings.

### 0.2.20 — 2025-11-11

New and improved onboarding for new users.

Fix issue with announcement presentation.

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