# Soberphone: Less Screen Time — Goals, Limits, Accountability

> App to build screen-life balance with goals, timers, and supporter accountability. (iPhone/iPad app by Soberphone Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soberphone-less-screen-time/id6754854944 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Soberphone Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850523262)
- Category: Productivity, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 8 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18.0 · 116 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-06-20
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soberphone-less-screen-time/id6754854944/reviews.md

## What is Soberphone?

1.) Decide what tech you struggle with and set goals for your ideal use. 

2.) Choose how long to use that tech for at each open with the "Unlock" Timer.

3.) Add supporters to motivate real change – they’ll be invited to check in if you decide to exceed a goal.

4.) Watch your orb – it changes to reflect your progress. Keep it vibrant by meeting your goals each day.


- THE CONTEXT -

There's a lot to love about our **screens**
The utility, the connection, the whole world in our hands.

But we're totally **hooked**
Hours, weeks, and years of our lives spent unintentionally absorbed.

We're not meant to face this **alone**
It takes a lot more than willpower to get free. And most existing solutions miss the emotional and relational core of the issue.

Healing happens in **connection** not in isolation.
Decades of research on compulsion and addiction are clear on this.


- THE SOBERPHONE RESPONSE - 

Soberphone is a mobile app that helps you build screen-life balance. Set goals, open apps with intention, and get support from friends in the moments that matter most. 

No cold turkey.
No dumb phones.
No hyper-gamification.

Just flexible support for the screen-life
balance you want.

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Soberphone requires an auto-renewable subscription to access its features.

  • Annual - $49.99/year (includes a 14-day free trial)
  • Monthly - $5.99/month

Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. Your subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription.

Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Privacy Policy: https://soberphone.io/privacy

## Key features

- Set screen usage goals
- Unlock apps with a timer
- Add supporters for accountability
- Track progress with a visual orb
- Flexible support for screen-life balance

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soberphone-less-screen-time/id6754854944/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best screen time app ever

*2026-07-13*

Screen addiction is the worst and was sucking my life force. A friend told me about Soberphone and after installing it - I haven’t used social media for more than 20 minutes even once! A complete game-changer!!!

### 5/5 — The only solution

*2026-06-24*

I’ve tried Brick, I’ve tried Minimalist, I’ve tried deleting Instagram and Soberphone is the only app that has actually worked for me long term. I notice that I’ll be starting to doom scroll right when my 5 minute timer goes off to pull me out of it. An incredible time saver and enlightening! It’s simply the only solution that’s allowed me to put my phone down and focus on real life.

### 5/5 — Def helping me

*2026-06-24*

Super helpful for regulating my screen time! Sharing my goals with friends is an easy and low key fun way to create accountability and it makes it that much easier to show up everyday and have a more mindful relationship with my phone 🤞

### 5/5 — Earnestly Think It’s The Best

*2026-06-21*

Feels like it’s in its own category. Works for me in a way none of the other apps have. The unlock timer itself is a game changer… and then the community support just makes the motivation so deep and real and sturdy. Seriously don’t think there is a better tool out there right now for finding balance and changing tech habits.

### 5/5 — Karen

*2026-06-21*

Best app ever! I’ve been using Soberphone for 6 months or so and it’s a lifesaver…. And I’ve tried everything. It works! I’m spending much less time on apps I don’t want to be on and more time doing what I want and need to. ☀️

## Frequently asked questions about Soberphone

### What is Soberphone's subscription cost?

Soberphone offers two subscription plans: $5.99 per month or $49.99 per year. The annual plan includes a 14-day free trial.

### How do I cancel my Soberphone subscription?

You can manage or cancel your subscription within your App Store account settings after purchase. Auto-renewal can be turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.

### Does Soberphone have ads?

No, Soberphone does not contain advertisements. It is a subscription-based application.

### What devices does Soberphone support?

Soberphone is currently supported on iPhones. It was last updated on July 2, 2026, with version 1.0.3.

### What is the age rating for Soberphone?

Soberphone has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for teenagers and adults looking to manage their screen time.

### How does Soberphone help with screen addiction?

Soberphone helps by allowing users to set specific goals for app usage, implement timers for app opens, and involve supporters for accountability, addressing the relational core of tech-habit change.

### Can I get a refund for Soberphone if I don't like it?

Any unused portion of a free trial is forfeited upon purchasing a subscription. Refund policies are typically managed through the App Store, and specific details can be found in their terms of service.

### How often is Soberphone updated?

Soberphone was last updated on July 2, 2026, indicating regular development and maintenance by Soberphone, Inc.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.6 — 2026-08-26

You can now set goals for your ideal number of App Opens.

### 1.0.5 — 2026-08-19

Onboarding bug fix.

### 1.0.4 — 2026-08-12

Small onboarding changes and an orb calendar fix.

### 1.0.3 — 2026-07-02

Settings update.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-06-27

Format fixes for smaller screens.

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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.*
