# Regrind: Screen Time Wallet — Focus to unlock your apps

> Earn credits by focusing to unlock blocked apps temporarily. (iPhone/iPad app by PlotPilot Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/regrind-screen-time-wallet/id6756532108 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PlotPilot Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1703231315)
- Category: Productivity, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 40 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17 · 233 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-01-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/regrind-screen-time-wallet/id6756532108/reviews.md

## What is Regrind?

Focus to earn your apps back.

Regrind is a screen time app built around a simple trade. The apps you choose stay blocked by default. Focus sessions earn Credits. Credits buy unlock time. When the unlock ends, the apps lock again.

That's the whole loop.

> HOW IT WORKS

Pick the apps you want blocked. They're locked from the moment you set them — not on a schedule, not during certain hours. Locked.

Start a focus session. Every minute you complete is one Credit in your balance. Want to use a blocked app? Withdraw Credits for unlock minutes at a fair rate. One Credit, one minute.

If you change your mind partway through, lock the apps again early and the unused minutes come back to your balance.

> FEATURES

- The Credit Card: Your balance lives on a card on the home screen. Earned, spent, available. It's a ledger. Your time, accounted for..
- Anti-Cheat Timer: Sessions run on a tamper-resistant clock. Changing your device time won't earn you anything.
- Motion Detection: Stay present. Leave your session or move the phone too much and you forfeit the earn.
- Claim Coupons: Complete a session and reveal a bonus on top of your Credits. Every card pays out something.
- Full Transaction History: Tap any session or unlock to see how your focus has improved over time.
- Early Re-lock Refunds: Re-lock early and unused minutes return to your balance. You only spend what you use.

> BUILT FOR

- Anyone tired of blockers they can override
- Those struggling with social media addiction
- Anyone with ADHD struggling with phone distractions
- Students and professionals protecting their attention
- Anyone who's tried willpower and wants a system instead

> PRIVATE BY DESIGN

Regrind uses Apple's Screen Time API. We never see which apps you block or how you use them. Everything stays on your device.

Download Regrind and start earning your time back.

Privacy Policy: https://www.plotpilot.ai/products/regrind/privacy
Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Earn credits for focus sessions
- Use credits to unlock apps
- Apps locked by default
- Tamper-resistant timer
- Motion detection for focus sessions
- Bonus rewards on session completion
- Detailed transaction history

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium | $7.99 | per month |
| Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium | $7.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $34.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/regrind-screen-time-wallet/id6756532108/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best App of Its Genre

*2026-08-01*

This app is single-handedly one of the best apps I’ve used 

The main premise is that it functions as a bank account, whatever you put in by putting the phone down, will be deposited. You can then spend the deposited credits on opening apps. There’s no way around it, since if you don’t have the credits, you can’t unlock the apps.

The app works really well if you can commit to it, it’ll give you back time you can spend on more meaningful things

One of the best parts is that it is free, it’s not paywalled like some other apps out there. The main function works just fine without the subscription.

There’s also other motivators for using the app other than unlocking your other apps, you can compete with your friends on the platform or even on a global leaderboard.

The subscription itself adds more to the app, some changes here and there, such as different modes and different amounts of attempts before forfeit. Although I do wish changing the app’s theme (such as a dark theme) was part of the settings, if not for free, then at least part of the subscription.

I’ve gotten back a lot of time, cutting down hours of usage to just a few minutes. This app is severely underrated for what it is and how well it does it.

**Developer response:** We appreciate you taking the time to write this! Going from hours of screen time down to just a few minutes is exactly the kind of result we love hearing about. Great to know the leaderboard and bank account concept are keeping you motivated. As for dark mode, it's something we're actively working on, so stay tuned. Thanks for the support!

### 5/5 — GOAT

*2026-05-25*

Best screen limiter oat.Really helped me to study

### 5/5 — Underrated app

*2026-05-24*

The app is pretty good although u can still get past it by turning permissions off in settings then turning them back on later but that’s just the users fault for doing that. The app has amazing ui and features.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback, really glad the UI and features are resonating with you! Making the system harder to work around is something our team is always improving on, so stay tuned. We appreciate the support!

### 3/5 — Session stops when phone screen off

*2026-05-06*

I would love to be able to have my session continue when phone is off, no one keeps there phone on the whole workday.

Is there something I’m missing? Or must this feature be fixed.

If this was fixed this app would be amazing, but this is holding it down heaps. I don’t want my session pausing whenever my phone screen goes off

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback — we've just addressed this in v2.4.0! Head to Home → Settings → Focus Mode, select 'Unmonitored', and make sure 'Background Earning' is toggled on. From there, you'll be able to earn credits with the app closed while a Live Activity tracks your progress. We hope this makes a big difference for you!

## Frequently asked questions about Regrind

### How does Regrind work?

Regrind blocks your chosen apps by default. You start focus sessions, and for every minute you complete, you earn Credits. These Credits can then be spent to unlock apps for a set duration.

### What happens if I re-lock apps early in Regrind?

If you decide to re-lock your apps before the unlock time expires, the unused minutes are automatically returned to your Credit balance. This ensures you only spend the time you actually use.

### Does Regrind have ads?

No, Regrind does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to be ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted focus experience.

### What are the subscription options for Regrind?

Regrind offers several Premium subscription plans, including monthly options starting at $6.99 with a 7-day free trial, and an annual plan for $19.99 with a 7-day free trial.

### Is Regrind available on Android?

Based on the provided data, Regrind is currently only supported on iPhone devices.

### How does Regrind ensure focus sessions are legitimate?

Regrind uses an anti-cheat timer that is tamper-resistant, meaning changing your device time won't earn you Credits. It also incorporates motion detection to ensure you remain present during sessions.

### What is the age rating for Regrind?

Regrind has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Regrind updated?

The latest version of Regrind is 2.5.0, and it was last updated on May 23, 2026. This indicates a relatively frequent update cycle.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8.0 — 2026-08-13

Every credit, accounted for. This update rebuilds your transaction history into one clear record of what you've earned and spent, with a receipt behind every entry. New wallets now open with a starter deposit so your first unlock doesn't have to wait, a setup guide shows what's left to set up, and we've polished the experience throughout.

### 2.7.0 — 2026-07-23

You've built the habit, now it looks the part. This update sharpens the earning loop, shows every friend on your leaderboard (even the ones who haven't focused yet), and reveals how many people you're competing with worldwide. We've also made widgets easier to setup, refined the withdrawal experience, and reorganized Settings so everything's where you'd expect.

### 2.6.0 — 2026-06-30

You've earned it — now spend it. This update reworks the withdrawal experience, making it clearer and more deliberate to trade your focused minutes for screen time. We've also made it easier to switch focus modes when starting a session, tightened the earn-and-spend loop, and polished the experience throughout.

### 2.5.0 — 2026-05-23

This update brings competition to the loop. Your focused minutes now land on a leaderboard — globally, or among friends you've added. Track your earnings over time with a fresh view of your progress. We've also tightened reliability on short withdrawals and polished the experience throughout.

### 2.4.0 — 2026-05-07

In this update, sessions can now run in the background. Lock your phone, focus, and keep earning. Track progress from your Lock Screen or Dynamic Island without opening the app. We've also refined your daily score with tailored insights, smoothed out the credit spending flow, and made improvements under the hood.

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