# Refocus: App Blocker & Lock — Block Websites, Social Media

> App and website blocker for limiting screen time and improving focus. (iPhone/iPad app by Labi, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refocus-app-blocker-and-lock/id1645639057 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Labi, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/455469767)
- Category: Productivity, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 10,959 App Store ratings · 2,064 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 50 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latvian, Polish, European Portuguese and 2 more
- Released: 2022-09-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refocus-app-blocker-and-lock/id1645639057/reviews.md

## What is Refocus?

Refocus is an app blocker & website blocker that helps you limit screen time on apps!

Refocus is easy to use, yet has powerful screen time control features:

▶ Various ways to restrict or lock apps and block websites. Choose what helps you focus! Block any app or site — from social media and games to messaging and news.

▶ "Strict Mode" feature prevents you from unblocking. Set a passcode, or use an NFC tag, or wait a duration (ex. 30 seconds), or do a copy text challenge, or utilize Pomodoro (limit unblocking to 5 times per day, for 25 minutes each, with a 5-minute cooldown between each unblock).

▶ Block for a specific duration (ex. app timer for 30 minutes).

▶ Block at specific times (ex. every weekday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM).

▶ Set app limits (ex. after 10 minutes of using Instagram, block it). Set an app time limit!

▶ Block at the location you pick — whether it be home, work or school.

▶ View your daily, weekly and monthly Screen Time analytics. Use Refocus as a screen time tracker!

▶ Mac app that also lets you block apps and websites on macOS.

▶ And more!

---

Visit www.refocusapp.co for more information.

Terms of Use:
- https://refocusapp.co/terms-of-use

## Key features

- Block any app or website
- Strict Mode with multiple unblocking challenges
- Set app timers and time limits
- Schedule blocking for specific times
- Location-based blocking
- Screen time analytics
- macOS app available

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Refocus Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro (Family) | $12.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Refocus Pro | $59.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| Refocus Pro | $8.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Reset Strict Mode | $50.00 | one-time |
| Reset Strict Mode | $1.00 | one-time |
| Reset Strict Mode | $10.00 | one-time |
| Reset Strict Mode | $5.00 | one-time |


## What do users think of Refocus?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🚀 Effective at blocking distractions
- 💡 Customizable blocking schedules
- 🔒 Prevents mindless scrolling
- 🚀 Improved productivity and focus
- 👍 Intuitive interface
- 👍 Helpful for breaking bad habits
- 👍 Flexible unblocking options

**Cons**

- 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
- 🔓 Too easy to bypass the blocking
- 💰 Some features require paid subscription
- 🔓 Ability to delete app and remove restrictions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Blocking issues after phone restart
- Inconsistent behavior when pausing/unpausing sessions
- Crashing when trying to block apps in certain categories

**Most requested features**

- Passcode or biometric lock to prevent bypassing
- More advanced blocking options (e.g., math problems to unblock)
- Ability to purchase a one-time license instead of subscription
- Notification warnings before blocking sessions end
- Search function to find apps to block more easily

## Recent user reviews (10 of 2,064)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/refocus-app-blocker-and-lock/id1645639057/reviews.md

### 5/5 — D1 app

*2026-08-25, version 2.1.26*

Haven’t had to pay just yet it’s amazing

### 5/5 — Refocus

*2026-08-23, version 2.1.25*

Great App, used for over a year now! Gets me productive quickly.

### 5/5 — Simple and works!

*2026-08-23, version 2.1.25*

Finding it really simple and easy to use. It feels like a big reminder not to use the apps when I shouldn’t - which is super helpful for my OCD when I get the compulsion to check or research for hours!

### 5/5 — A very useful app

*2026-08-23, version 2.1.25*

A good app for students and professionals who are trying to focus on their daily work

### 5/5 — Huge difference for me!

*2026-08-23, version 2.1.25*

Refocus has helped me majorly cut down my screen time. The ad delay provides just enough friction that it’s super annoying to open Reddit/Instagram/etc, because I have to watch a 30 second ad first. I also love the granularity to block some websites but not the entire internet.

### 5/5 — Don't hesitate

*2026-08-23, version 2.1.25*

I don't typically give ratings, highly recommend bc even the free version is very useful

### 5/5 — Refocus

*2026-08-22, version 2.1.25*

I love this app and it’s helped with me taking breaks from social media

### 5/5 — Good

*2026-08-22, version 2.1.25*

Does what I want, even the free version is worth it. No ads. Not annoying. Good.

### 4/5 — Peak

*2026-08-22, version 2.1.25*

It’s been a good app but the free restrictions shouldn’t be inf. Unblocks

### 5/5 — Great

*2026-08-21, version 2.1.25*

It has helped me limit screen time

## Frequently asked questions about Refocus

### What does Refocus do?

Refocus is an app and website blocker designed to help users limit their screen time and reduce distractions. It offers various features to restrict access to specific applications and websites, aiding in improved focus and productivity.

### How can I block apps and websites with Refocus?

You can block any app or website by selecting them within the app. Refocus provides options to block for specific durations, at scheduled times, or based on your location. It also includes a 'Strict Mode' with various challenges to prevent easy unblocking.

### Is Refocus free to use?

The app offers a free version with in-app purchases for additional features and advanced controls. This allows users to try out basic blocking functionalities before committing to premium options.

### What devices is Refocus compatible with?

Refocus is available as a mobile application for smartphones and tablets. Additionally, there is a companion macOS app that allows you to block apps and websites on your computer.

### How can Refocus help with productivity or digital detox?

By blocking distracting apps and websites, Refocus helps users stay on task and reduce mindless scrolling. It can be used as a tool for digital detox, ADHD management, or simply to practice digital minimalism and reclaim time for more meaningful activities.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.26 — 2026-08-24

- Small improvements & fixes

### 2.1.25 — 2026-08-12

- Small improvements & fixes

### 2.1.24 — 2026-08-05

- Small improvements & fixes

### 2.1.23 — 2026-07-25

- Small improvements & fixes

### 2.1.22 — 2026-07-16

- Small improvements & fixes

## Apps similar to Refocus

| App | Rating | Price | Category |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [one sec \| screen time + focus](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/one-sec-screen-time-plus-focus/id1532875441) | 4.8 (23,378) | Free | Productivity |
| [Opal: Screen Time Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/opal-screen-time-control/id1497465230) | 4.7 (86,639) | Free | Productivity |
| [ScreenZen- Screen Time Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenzen-screen-time-control/id1541027222) | 4.9 (46,311) | Free | Productivity |
| [Freedom: Screen Time Control](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freedom-screen-time-control/id1269788228) | 4.4 (5,715) | Free | Productivity |
| [Jomo - Screen Time Blocker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jomo-screen-time-blocker/id1609960918) | 4.8 (2,310) | Free | Productivity |
| [AppBlock: Block Apps & Website](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appblock-block-apps-and-website/id1515753232) | 4.6 (6,479) | Free | Productivity |

## More apps by Labi, LLC

- [Gym List](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gym-list/id955015185)
- [Motivation Inspiration Quotes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/motivation-inspiration-quotes/id1563589914)
- [Video To GIF Converter - GIFit](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/video-to-gif-converter-gifit/id6736872754)
- [Photo Cleanup, Delete: Reclean](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/photo-cleanup-delete-reclean/id6746572441)
- [Scanem: PDF Document Scanner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scanem-pdf-document-scanner/id6756688662)

All apps by Labi, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/455469767

## Related topics

[block website](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/block-website) · [web blocker](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/web-blocker) · [website blocker](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/website-blocker) · [blocked websites](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/blocked-websites) · [block websites](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/block-websites) · [refocus](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/refocus) · [app blocker free content](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/app-blocker-free-content) · [block app](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/block-app) · [block apps](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/block-apps) · [apps to block social media apps](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/apps-to-block-social-media-apps) · [social media blocker free](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/social-media-blocker-free) · [free app blockers](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/free-app-blockers) · [app blocker for productivity](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/app-blocker-for-productivity) · [block website free](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/block-website-free) · [free site blocker](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/free-site-blocker) · [app blocker for productivity free](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/app-blocker-for-productivity-free) · [app and website blocker](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/app-and-website-blocker) · [block apps free](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/block-apps-free) · [block apps and websites](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/block-apps-and-websites) · [apps that block apps](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/apps-that-block-apps)

---

*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.*