# StoicLock: Focus & App Blocker — ADHD Screen Time & Stoic Detox

> Stoic philosophy-based app blocker for digital detox and attention building. (iPhone/iPad app by Ramin Afandiyev.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stoiclock-focus-and-app-blocker/id6759576599 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ramin Afandiyev](https://appshunter.io/developer/1850734605)
- Category: Productivity, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 72 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Kazakh, Russian, Spanish, Turkish
- Released: 2026-04-13
- Data updated: 2026-07-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stoiclock-focus-and-app-blocker/id6759576599/reviews.md

## What is StoicLock?

You checked your phone 150 times yesterday.
Marcus Aurelius ran an empire and wrote: "Confine yourself to the present."
StoicLock gives you the philosophy — and the architecture — to do it.

Start your 7-day free trial. No card required.

THE PRACTICE OF ATTENTION

Other apps block your phone. StoicLock transforms why you reach for it.

Every time you open a blocked app, a Stoic intervention begins — breathing, virtue reflection, mortality visualization, or a philosophical challenge from 2,000 years of Stoic teaching. One question: who are you choosing to be right now?

Not a timer. A practice.

THE SIX STOIC EXERCISES

RESPIRATIO — Box breathing (4-4-4-4) calms the dopamine impulse in 48 seconds before you decide whether to continue.

QUATTUOR VIRTUTES — Reflect on the four Stoic virtues: Wisdom, Courage, Justice, Temperance. Which do you need now?

PROPOSITUM — Write your intention in Latin before you scroll. Not a rule. An oath.

MEMENTO MORI — Your life as a grid. 80 years × 52 weeks = 4,160 dots. Lived weeks are dark. The current week glows gold. Is this app worth three of your remaining days?

PROVOCATIO — Complete Marcus Aurelius quotes, identify philosophers, sort virtues. 2,000 years of wisdom in a 30-second challenge.

SAPIENTIA STOICA — A Stoic quote with source and theme. Reflect on 2,000 years of wisdom before you continue. Free for all users.

Every exercise is randomized. Every urge becomes a different practice.

YOUR STOIC ARCHETYPE

A quiz reveals your archetype — Sage, Soldier, or Emperor — and personalizes your practice with its own philosophical framing and progression path.

THE PHILOSOPHER'S JOURNAL

Daily prompts from Marcus Aurelius and Seneca. Rate your four virtues. Track gratitude. Record voice notes. 210+ curated quotes from six Stoic philosophers, each with source and theme. A new quote on your Home Screen every day.

Morning practice. Evening examination. The rituals the Stoics never skipped.

FOCUS LIKE A PHILOSOPHER

Pomodoro and Deep Focus timers with a sundial interface. Block distracting apps during sessions. Schedule blocking automatically — morning, midday, evening — the schedule holds whether you feel like it or not.

WIDGETS & LIVE ACTIVITIES

Stoic quotes on your Lock Screen. Discipline streak as a widget. Live Activities show focus sessions in real time on the Lock Screen and Dynamic Island.

DESIGNED FOR ADHD

StoicLock does not rely on willpower. Interventions trigger automatically when you open a blocked app. Nothing to remember, configure, or maintain. The system works for you. Scheduled blocks hold structure — even when your attention does not.

YOUR PROGRESS

Track your level from Aspirant to Sage. Earn drachma through discipline, not dopamine. Monitor virtue averages and streaks. Your metrics are virtue records, not screen time statistics.

ROOTED IN SCIENCE

Stoicism is the direct historical source of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. StoicLock's approach combines ancient practice with clinically validated methods. Available in 7 languages.

PRIVACY

Apple FamilyControls. Your app list never leaves your device. No VPN. No traffic routing. Encrypted on-device by Apple.

STOICLOCK PRO

Unlock the full Stoic toolkit:
— Unlimited app and website blocking with custom schedules
— All six Stoic interventions (Respiratio, Virtutes, Propositum, Memento Mori, Provocatio, Sapientia Stoica)
— Philosopher's Journal with daily prompts and voice notes
— Memento Mori life grid with mortality counter
— Widgets, Live Activities, and daily quote rotation
— Full progress tracking, virtue analytics, and streaks

Free trial included. Annual, weekly, and lifetime plans available.

Auto-renews unless cancelled 24 hours before period ends. Payment charged to Apple ID. Manage subscriptions in Account Settings.

Privacy: http://stoiclock.vercel.app/privacy
Terms: http://stoiclock.vercel.app/terms

## Key features

- Stoic philosophical interventions
- Customizable app blocking
- Daily philosophical prompts
- Progress tracking based on virtues
- Pomodoro and deep focus timers
- Lock screen widgets and Live Activities

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StoicLock Pro — Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| StoicLock Pro — Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StoicLock Pro — Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stoiclock-focus-and-app-blocker/id6759576599/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Actually works

*2026-05-17*

sooo I don’t usually write reviews but this one earned it. Tried like 6 focus apps before this and I find a way to unblock it in like 10 min. Stoiclock doesn’t let me it just pushes me with its intervention mechanisms so I don’t open the app. Also philosophy stuff helps too quotes hit hard man. Phone time down improved like 60% already after one week. And bro like memento Miri really haunting in the morning like I am thinking wow, I just don’t have enough time and wasting it man. Worth it. planning to buy the lifetime offer next month.

## Frequently asked questions about StoicLock

### Does StoicLock have ads?

Yes, StoicLock contains advertisements. As a free app with in-app purchases, it utilizes ads to support its development and features.

### What is the free trial for StoicLock?

StoicLock offers a 7-day free trial period. No credit card is required to start the trial, allowing users to explore its features before committing.

### How does StoicLock help with ADHD?

StoicLock is designed for ADHD by automatically triggering Stoic interventions when a blocked app is opened, removing the need for constant user configuration or willpower. Its structured approach provides support even when attention falters.

### What are the Stoic exercises in StoicLock?

The app includes exercises like Respīratio (box breathing), Quattuor Virtutes (virtue reflection), Propositum (intention setting), Memento Mori (mortality visualization), Provocatio (philosophical challenges), and Sapientia Stoica (quote reflection).

### Can I use StoicLock on my iPad?

Yes, StoicLock is supported on both iPhone and iPad devices, allowing users to maintain focus and practice discipline across their Apple ecosystem.

### How often is StoicLock updated?

StoicLock was last updated on May 24, 2026, with version 1.0.4. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and maintenance.

### What is the age rating for StoicLock?

StoicLock has an age rating of 9+, making it suitable for younger users interested in developing focus and discipline through its philosophical approach.

### How does StoicLock track progress?

Progress in StoicLock is tracked through virtue records and streaks, rather than traditional screen time statistics. Users can monitor their level from Aspirant to Sage and earn 'drachma' through discipline.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.0.4 — 2026-05-24

This update makes Daily Limits more reliable and brings a more polished experience in every language.

• Daily Limits now turn on and off exactly as you expect — no more blocks lingering after you switch a limit off.
• The Daily Limits toggle always reflects your real setting.
• More consistent labels and text throughout the app.
• Full translations across all supported languages.
• Stability improvements and minor fixes.

### 1.0.3 — 2026-05-17

What's new in this release

- Refined onboarding journey — smoother steps, clearer permission prompts, fewer friction points before your first focus session.
- Redesigned Blocking screen — cleaner layout, real app icons in your limits list, per-app daily limits with quick edit, and faster access to "Take a Break" on the right app.
- Stoic Challenges introduced — multi-day commitments to harden your discipline. Public launch begins next week.
- Daily Limits reliability overhaul — reached limits now persist correctly through the day, monitoring toggle stays where you put it, and limits run a full 24 hours independent of any blocking schedule.
- Many quality fixes — corrected app/icon names from your selection, accurate break attribution, improved status flicker, and faster sheet rendering.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-05-11

Your discipline, refined.

  • Focus Timer — Pomodoro & Deep Focus with Lock Screen Live Activity
  • Memento Mori — animated life grid. Time is finite. Use it well
  • Journal now guided by 6 ancient philosophers
  • Smarter interventions between you and distraction
  • Smoother onboarding that remembers your progress
  • Stability and performance improvements throughout
  
  Fortuna satisfecit praeparato.
  Fortune favors the prepared.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-04-13

No release notes.

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