# Smiloo: App Blocker & Focus — Prayer, Study, Screentime

> App blocker that uses mindfulness exercises to reduce screen time. (iPhone/iPad app by Nikko Ferwelo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiloo-app-blocker-and-focus/id6756212740 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Nikko Ferwelo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1774984591)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.2 · 77 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-09
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiloo-app-blocker-and-focus/id6756212740/reviews.md

## What is Smiloo?

Take back control of your screen time with Smiloo, the app blocker that makes focus fun and engaging.

HOW SMILOO WORKS

Choose the apps that distract you most. When you try to open them, Smiloo asks you to complete a short focus action before unlocking. You pick how you want to unlock: Studying, Breathing, Prayer, Intention, Pause, or Expression. That brief moment creates mindfulness and helps you decide if you really need that app. It sounds simple because it is, and it works.

A DIFFERENT KIND OF APP BLOCKER

Traditional blockers just lock you out completely. Smiloo takes a smarter approach. Instead of harsh restrictions that you eventually disable, it adds a meaningful step that interrupts automatic scrolling. Users report saving hours each day by becoming more intentional about their phone use.

FEATURES

Six focus types to unlock. Choose how you want to pause before opening blocked apps. Studying for a quick study checkpoint. Breathing for a calming breath. Prayer for a moment of reflection. Intention to set your purpose. Pause for a beat before you decide. Expression with over 15 facial expressions like smile, wink, or surprised face. Each type becomes a small moment of mindfulness.

Real time detection for expression mode. When you use expressions, advanced facial recognition works accurately in various lighting and responds instantly. Your privacy matters. All expression detection happens on your device. Your facial data is never stored or transmitted. We cannot see your face, and we designed it that way.

Track your progress. View detailed statistics showing your focus streaks, blocked attempts, and weekly progress reports on your digital wellbeing journey.

Flexible difficulty modes. Choose between Gentle, Strict, and ADHD modes to match your needs. Each mode adjusts challenge levels and how long apps stay unlocked.

PREMIUM INCLUDES

Block unlimited apps instead of just one. Access all six focus types including all expressions. Get priority support when you need help.

BUILT FOR

Students preparing for exams. Professionals seeking productivity. Anyone reducing social media time. Parents modeling healthy habits. People with ADHD managing impulses.

THE APPROACH

Adding small friction before habitual behaviors helps break automatic patterns. The moment it takes to study, breathe, pray, set an intention, pause, or make an expression engages your conscious mind, giving you the chance to make a real choice about how you spend your time.

Download Smiloo and start your journey toward more mindful phone use today.

Privacy Policy: https://smiloo.vercel.app/privacy-policy.html

Terms of Service: https://smiloo.vercel.app/terms-of-service.html

## Key features

- Six focus types for unlocking apps
- Real-time facial recognition for expression mode
- On-device facial data processing for privacy
- Progress tracking and statistics
- Flexible difficulty modes (Gentle, Strict, ADHD)
- Block unlimited apps (Premium)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smiloo Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Smiloo Yearly | $39.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Smiloo Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |
| Smiloo Lifetime V2 | $5.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/smiloo-app-blocker-and-focus/id6756212740/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nice idea

*2026-08-08*

Works well

## Frequently asked questions about Smiloo

### What is Smiloo?

Smiloo is an app blocker designed to help users manage their screen time by incorporating short mindfulness exercises before accessing distracting applications. It aims to break habitual scrolling patterns and encourage more intentional phone use.

### How does Smiloo work?

When you attempt to open a blocked app, Smiloo prompts you to complete a focus action such as studying, breathing, or making an expression. This brief pause helps you decide if you truly need to open the app, fostering mindful usage.

### What are the focus types in Smiloo?

Smiloo offers six focus types: Studying, Breathing, Prayer, Intention, Pause, and Expression. The Expression mode utilizes facial recognition to detect over 15 facial expressions, all processed on-device for privacy.

### Does Smiloo have ads?

No, Smiloo does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers premium features through subscriptions.

### What are the premium features of Smiloo?

The premium version of Smiloo allows you to block an unlimited number of apps, access all six focus types including all expressions, and receive priority support. Premium is available through monthly or yearly subscriptions.

### What devices does Smiloo support?

Smiloo is available for iPhone and iPad devices, indicated by its support for iOS platforms.

### How often is Smiloo updated?

The latest version of Smiloo is 1.8, and it was last updated on May 4, 2026. This suggests a relatively active development cycle.

### What is the pricing for Smiloo subscriptions?

Smiloo offers a monthly subscription for $4.99 and a yearly subscription for $39.99. Both plans include a 3-day free trial.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2026-05-04

- Enhance UI

### 1.7 — 2026-03-05

- Bug Fix

### 1.6 — 2026-03-02

- New Study to Unlock Apps, Breath to unlock apps
- Bug Fix

### 1.5 — 2026-02-24

- Bug Fix

### 1.4 — 2026-02-20

- New Smiloo Animation Streak
- Bug Fix

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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 2026-08-22.*