# useLess: Screen Time Blocker — Limit apps, focus with friends

> Socially accountable app blocker to reduce screen time and improve focus. (iPhone/iPad app by DaDaMa Ug (haftungsbeschränkt).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/useless-screen-time-blocker/id6755298184 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [DaDaMa Ug (haftungsbeschränkt)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1852993941)
- Category: Productivity, Social Networking
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 292 App Store ratings · 61 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 18 · 129 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2026-01-02
- Data updated: 2026-10-31
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/useless-screen-time-blocker/id6755298184/reviews.md

## What is useLess?

Your friends are better than any app blocker.

4+ hours a day. That's what the average person hands their phone.

useLess helps you take it back. Set rules for the apps that distract you, like a daily time limit or a focus schedule. When a rule kicks in, the app blocks. The catch that makes it work: other apps run on your willpower. useLess runs on your friends.

Reclaim 2+ hours every day. You try harder when your friends are watching.

Other apps give you a snooze button. useLess is different. Instead of white-knuckling it alone, your friends hold you accountable. When you get blocked and want more time, you'll have to ask them.

HOW IT WORKS

1. Set rules for the apps you overuse: daily limits, focus schedules, whatever fits your life.
2. When a rule kicks in, the app blocks.
3. Need more time? Snap a photo explaining why, and send it to your friends.
4. Every request lands on the Wall of Shame, so your friends see exactly what you are begging for.

FEATURES

Ask a friend for time: When you are blocked, send a photo explaining why you need more time. Your friends keep you honest, and on stricter rules they decide if you get it.
Wall of Shame: Every request is visible to the friends you choose. Watch them beg for "just 5 more minutes" of TikTok, and let them watch you.
Weekly leaderboards: Compete on streaks, focus hours, and time spent on the apps that hook you.
Daily limits: Give each app a daily time budget that resets every morning.
Focus schedules: Block a set of apps on a schedule, like work hours or bedtime.
Hardcore mode: Lock yourself out for real. Some rules only get stricter, and turning them off takes a friend's approval, or a 24-hour wait.

WHY IT WORKS

Other blockers fold the second you push back. useLess puts real people in the loop. Cutting back stops feeling like a chore and starts feeling like a game. Real friends don't let friends doomscroll.

WHAT PEOPLE SAY

"Finally broke my 2-hour Instagram habit" - ThePampf
"I've tried a bunch of screen time apps, but always found a way around them. This is the first app that actually works." - Marc
"This was a life changer. My screen time has dropped by 5 hours." - N1coo

PRICING

useLess is free to start: set your rules, get blocked, and ask your friends to unlock you. The whole social loop is free. useLess Pro unlocks unlimited rules, Hardcore mode, the full leaderboard, and deeper stats. New users get a free 7-day trial. You can also earn free Pro: invite a friend and you both get a month free, and inviting 25 friends unlocks Pro for life.

PRIVACY

useLess uses Apple's Screen Time API. We never see which apps you use, what you view, or any personal content. Your screen time stays on your device. Only the requests you send are shared with the friends you choose.

GET STARTED

Download useLess. Add your friends. Set your rules. And finally get your time back.
Stop scrolling. Start living.

Questions or feedback? Reach us at https://dadama.app/ or email hello@dadama.app.

Subscription: useLess Pro is an auto-renewing subscription with a free trial for new users. Cancel anytime in your Apple account settings.

Privacy Policy: https://dadama.app/privacy
Terms (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Social accountability with friends
- App blocking with daily limits
- Focus schedules
- Wall of Shame for requests
- Weekly leaderboards
- Hardcore mode for strict blocking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Monthly Sub | $6.99 | per month |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Is useLess safe?

useLess: Screen Time Blocker appears safe based on user ratings. The AppsHunter Safety Score for useLess is 89 out of 100. This assessment is based on 292 user ratings, with an App Store average of 4.5 out of 5. Of 292 App Store ratings, 88.7% point to a safe experience, 3.1% suggest some concerns, and 8.2% point to a risky experience.

## Is useLess legit?

useLess: Screen Time Blocker appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for useLess is 70 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (10 of 61)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/useless-screen-time-blocker/id6755298184/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Pretty solid

*2026-10-21*

I’ve been using this app for two weeks, and it’s worked a lot better than other screen time apps. I think the main thing is just having other people to do it with you, actually makes you follow through. I just wish you didn’t have to pay extra money to have additional insights, and to block more than two apps, but otherwise it’s great.

### 3/5 — Okay

*2026-10-05*

Tolle Idee, aber es gibt zwei Haken. Erstens man brauch genug Freunde um die App sinnvoll nutzen zu können und zweitens kommen meine Freunde in die App nicht rein. Bei ihnen lädt sie immer ewig. Daher zwei Sterne Abzug. Schade

### 1/5 — Nerviger Einstieg, unklare Kosten/ Nutzen/ Funktionen

*2026-09-23*

Man wird gezwungen alles einzustellen und dann am Ende eine kostenlose Testphase zu starten die nicht abgelehnt werden kann und ohne zu tun des Users in einem Abo mit Kosten endet…. Ich verabscheue solch ein Vorgehen. Gebt mir die Chance vorher zu schauen mit welchen Funktionen ich zu welchen Kosten rechnen kann. N

### 5/5 — Very innovative and effective screen time control

*2026-09-17*

I love the social aspect of Useless. Having to request more time from your friends makes you question whether you actually need to unlock the app right now. It has cut my screen time significantly. In my friend group we call the collection of requests with our selfies the "wall of shame", which makes it way more fun than any other screen time app I know :) Bugs get fixed super quickly too.

### 5/5 — Good

*2026-09-14*

Good

### 5/5 — My review

*2026-09-01*

This is the first app I’ve tried that was free and it actually blocks it doesn’t let u ignore it definitely a 10 out of 10

### 2/5 — Nur mit Abo wirklich nutzbar

*2026-08-31*

Leider keine Einmalzahlung sondern nur ein Abo Modell.

### 1/5 — immer wieder derselbe Bug

*2026-08-21*

Es passiert immer wieder, dass sich das tägliche Limit für die Apps, obwohl es noch als aktiv angezeigt wird, von selber deaktivieren zu scheint und ich für meine 30min. Instagram-Zeit auf einmal kein Limit mehr habe, weil die App es nicht mehr blockiert. Bitte fixt das, das ist extrem nervig.

### 5/5 — pls

*2026-08-11*

I hope I don’t get scammed

### 5/5 — Genau was ich gesucht hab

*2026-07-29*

Super cooles onboarding und genau was wir als Freundesgruppe gesucht haben. Das es mein Freund zum approval braucht ist das was die Sperre endlich mal wirklich nutzbar macht. Keine Selbstverarsche mehr.

## Frequently asked questions about useLess

### How does useLess help reduce screen time?

useLess uses social accountability. You set rules for apps, and if you need more time, you must ask friends for approval, turning screen time reduction into a game.

### What are the pricing options for useLess Pro?

useLess Pro unlocks unlimited rules, Hardcore mode, full leaderboards, and deeper stats. It offers weekly and monthly subscription plans, with free trials available. You can also earn free Pro by inviting friends.

### Does useLess have ads?

No, useLess does not contain advertisements. The core social features are free, and the Pro version offers enhanced functionality without ads.

### How does useLess ensure privacy?

useLess utilizes Apple's Screen Time API and does not access your personal content or viewing history. Only your requests for more time are shared with the friends you select.

### What is the 'Wall of Shame' feature in useLess?

The Wall of Shame displays all requests for more time, making them visible to your chosen friends. This feature adds a layer of transparency and accountability to your screen time management.

### Can I use useLess offline?

While the core app blocking and rule setting can function offline, the social accountability features, such as asking friends for more time and viewing the Wall of Shame, require an internet connection.

### How often is useLess updated?

The app was last updated on October 28, 2026, indicating regular maintenance and feature additions. The latest version is 1.3.0.

### What age rating does useLess have?

useLess is rated for ages 12 and up, making it suitable for teenagers and adults looking to manage their digital habits.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2026-10-28

useLess now checks that Screen Time is still running your rules. If something is off, a banner on Home tells you, and one tap opens the steps to fix it. If useLess hears nothing from Screen Time for 3 days while you have rules, we send you a notification.

### 1.2.9 — 2026-10-03

Invited by a friend? Your free month now waits on the Home screen with a countdown, plus a reminder before it expires. Small fixes.

### 1.2.8 — 2026-09-26

Small Bugfixes

### 1.2.7 — 2026-08-26

Bug fixes

Thanks for sticking with us and for every report you sent.

### 1.2.6 — 2026-08-17

Lock-in sessions are here. Block together, in the same room, at the same time.

Start a session, everyone nearby gets an invite, and all phones lock at once. Give up early and your friends find out immediately.

Onboarding got smarter too: tell us who you use the app with, pick sharper goals, and benefit from a more personalized user experience.

Thanks for using useLess. Give us feedback in the app any time, we read everything.

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