# SkedPal vs Screen Freedom

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Screen Freedom at 100% against SkedPal's 57%. Screen Freedom also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1). SkedPal's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and update cadence (fortnightly vs every 6 weeks). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Freedom sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. SkedPal asks for nothing beyond the download.

Screen Freedom holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SkedPal has 46 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of SkedPal's written reviews are positive against 100% of Screen Freedom's.

SkedPal ships an update fortnightly, Screen Freedom every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SkedPal | Screen Freedom |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (46 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skedpal/id1056883314/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-freedom/id1642737751/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **46** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 43 MB | 18 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [SkedPal](https://appshunter.io/developer/1349173354) | [Emancipas, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1642737753) |

## What reviewers say

### SkedPal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skedpal/id1056883314)

This app intelligently schedules your tasks and to-do list directly into your calendar. It uses advanced algorithms to create a smart schedule based on your priorities and commitments, helping you stay on track.

**Highlights:** Smart task scheduling, Integrated to-do list and calendar, Priority-based scheduling, Automatic rescheduling, Action plan creation

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### Screen Freedom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-freedom/id1642737751)

This app helps you reduce phone usage by partnering with a friend for accountability. Set screen time goals for specific apps, and they'll automatically block when you reach your limit. Your friend is notified if you try to break the goal, offering support or even the ability to deny your request.

**Highlights:** Partner accountability for screen time, Set app-specific time limits, Automatic app blocking, Friend notifications for goal breaks, Friend can deny requests to exceed limits, Track individual and partner streaks, View historical goal achievement data

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium - Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Premium - Yearly | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SkedPal free?

SkedPal is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Screen Freedom free?

Screen Freedom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, SkedPal or Screen Freedom?

Screen Freedom is rated higher. SkedPal averages 4.1 out of 5 from 46 ratings, while Screen Freedom averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do SkedPal or Screen Freedom have ads?

Neither SkedPal nor Screen Freedom shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, SkedPal or Screen Freedom?

SkedPal ships an update fortnightly, and Screen Freedom every 6 weeks. Most recently, SkedPal was updated on October 23, 2026 and Screen Freedom on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*