Comparison

Freedom vs Zenze

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Freedom

This app helps you block distracting apps and websites to improve focus and productivity. Schedule blocking sessions across all your devices to build better screen time habits and reclaim productive hours.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Schedule blocking sessions
  • Sync across all devices
  • Block the internet
  • Locked Mode for habit commitment
  • Focus sounds
Features
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Block distracting apps and websites so you can focus, be more productive, and build better screen time habits. We've built the world's best app and website blocker, trusted by over 3 million individuals and teams to deliver focused attention for the things that matter most. During a Freedom session, when you attempt to open an app or website on your blocklist, Freedom blocks the app from opening and displays a peaceful green screen - reminding you that you're currently free of that distraction. Freedom users report gaining an average of 2.5 hours of productive time every day. They're more fulfilled, happier with work and family life, and have a healthier relationship with their technology. Schedule a Freedom app blocking session to start automatically when you need it – for complete, seamless control over distractions. Because Freedom works across all your devices, you'll feel confident knowing you're in complete control. We call it mindful productivity. There's no limit to the number of devices (including phones, tablets, and computers) you can connect to Freedom, so you can block apps and websites regardless of where you are or what you're doing. You'll stay focused, productive, and distraction-free. "Our favorite distraction-killing app blocker." – Lifehacker "One antidote to the always-on life is Freedom…" – Time Magazine "As Freedom shows, the solution to the problems created by technology isn't anti-technology, but more and better technology." – Huffington Post "Freedom has garnered celeb fans like Dave Eggers, Nick Hornby, Seth Godin, and Nora Ephron." – Mashable PEACE OF MIND - COVER EVERY DEVICE - For one price, Freedom covers all your devices (phones, tablets, and computers) with our powerful distraction-blocking technology. TURN OFF THE NOISE - BLOCK APPS and WEBSITES - Block distracting apps and websites for as long as you want. Select from a pre-made blocklist or create a custom blocklist of your time-consuming distractions. EXPERIENCE TOTAL PEACE - BLOCK THE INTERNET - Block the internet with a single button. Enjoy peace, quiet, and focus, away from all distractions. Freedom won't block important texts or calls, so you can enjoy offline time knowing you can be reached if need be! SMART COVERAGE - SYNC ACROSS YOUR DEVICES - Distractions aren't limited to your phone! Sync block sessions to your phones, tablets, and computers. There's no limit to the number of devices you can use. CREATE GOOD HABITS - USE POWERFUL SCHEDULING - Schedule your blocks now, later, or create recurring blocks to help make focus and productivity a habit. LOCKED MODE - Use Locked Mode to commit to breaking bad digital habits and addictions. FOCUS SOUNDS - Free audio tracks give you an assortment of music, café, office, and nature sounds to help you stay focused and productive, no matter where you are. We're excited about helping you be the best version of yourself. We're continually building new tools - and they're always included in your subscription. We've also got a great Perks program which offers discounts on top productivity products. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING AND TERMS We’re confident that you’ll love Freedom, but just so you can be sure, we offer a 7-day free trial of Freedom Premium. After that it’s only $39.99 per year. Many Freedom users tell us it pays for itself within a few days! These prices are for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence. Your Freedom subscription will automatically renew at the end of each term and your credit card will be charged through your iTunes account. Your subscription will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renew at any time from your iTunes account settings. Terms and Conditions - https://freedom.to/terms Privacy Policy - https://freedom.to/privacy Thank you!

About

Zenze

This app helps you reduce daily screen time and boost productivity by blocking distracting apps and websites. It offers tools like focus reports, Pomodoro timers, and daily checklists to help you manage your digital well-being and reclaim your day.

Highlights
  • App and website blocking
  • Focus reports and scores
  • Pomodoro timer
  • Daily checklist and calendar
  • Rewards and leaderboard
  • Customizable app blocking
Features
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MyScreenTime: Screen Time Limiting App Struggling with reducing your daily screen time? MyScreenTime is here to help you take control and boost productivity effortlessly. Trusted by teams like Google’s design innovators and Netflix’s strategy experts, MyScreenTime provides tools to restrict your phone time limit and achieve better focus. Transformative User Experiences "Cutting my phone time limit by two hours daily has been life-changing – a design revolution at Google." "MyScreenTime helped me focus by restricting the time I spend on my phone – Highlighted by Instagram." "Managing my daily screen time has never been this easy – Marketing at Twitter." "Quitting my nightly TikTok habit was finally possible with MyScreenTime – Strategy at Netflix." Why Choose MyScreenTime? 94% of users report fewer distractions. 93% say their productivity soared with our focus tools. 90% experience better mental well-being. 79% save at least one hour daily by restricting the time spent on their phone. Core Features Focus Report & Score: Understand and improve focus through actionable metrics. App Lock & Website Blocker: Easily block distractions and manage screen time for adults. Pomodoro Timer & Sessions: Stay productive with structured work-and-rest intervals. Daily Checklist & Calendar: Keep organized while you limit the time spent on your phone. Rewards & Leaderboard: Earn rewards and compare focus levels with peers to stay motivated. Tailored to Your Needs With MyScreenTime, you can customize which apps to block—whether it's social media like Instagram or entertainment apps like TikTok. Whether you want to detox digitally, limit time on your phone, or need uninterrupted focus for study or work, MyScreenTime adapts to your lifestyle. From Our Community "I never thought I’d reduce my daily screen time to under 3 hours. It’s been a huge mood booster!" — Fiona "MyScreenTime keeps me focused during deep work sessions." — Mark "It’s the only way I can concentrate on homework for extended periods." — Larry Privacy and Security MyScreenTime values your privacy. All data is processed directly on your device, ensuring your browsing habits stay secure. Whether you’re a professional looking for screen time solutions for adults or a student managing distractions, MyScreenTime protects your digital well-being. Take back control of your phone use with MyScreenTime. Whether it’s managing your phone time limit, blocking distractions, or staying productive, MyScreenTime empowers you to reclaim your day. Subscription Information Unlock premium features with MyScreenTime Premium. Charges apply via your iTunes Account, and subscriptions can be managed or canceled through iTunes settings. Terms of Use: https://blockerx.net/zenze-terms-of-usage/ Privacy Policy: https://blockerx.net/zenze-privacy-policy/ With MyScreenTime, you can turn your phone into a tool for productivity and focus—start today! Bug FIxes

Screenshots

Freedom4 screens
Zenze4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: Zenze at freemium against Freedom's subscription. Freedom's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (6.1K vs 31). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Freedom sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Zenze sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Freedom holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Freedom has 6.1K ratings behind it against 31, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 64% of Freedom's written reviews are positive against 69% of Zenze's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Freedom ships an update every 2 weeks, Zenze fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on November 6, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Freedom versus Zenze: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFreedomZenze
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (6.1K ratings) — better4.2 (31 ratings)
Positive reviews64.3% of reviews69.2% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.1K — better31
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationSubscriptionFreemium — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.116.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size94 MB80 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEighty Percent SolutionsAtmana Tech

Customer experience

Freedom

All ratings6,059 ratings
Positive85.6%
Neutral3.0%
Negative11.4%
Written reviews1,381 reviews
Positive64.3%
Neutral7.5%
Negative28.2%

Zenze

All ratings31 ratings
Positive77.4%
Neutral3.2%
Negative19.4%
Written reviews13 reviews
Positive69.2%
Neutral7.7%
Negative23.1%

Bugs and requests

Freedom

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Blocks unintended apps/websites
  • Fails to block certain apps like Facebook, Instagram
  • Doesn't work in low power mode on iOS

Requested features

4 requests
  • Allow specific app whitelisting
  • Add time limit/usage tracking features
  • Improve scheduling options (e.g. by day, not just time)
  • Better integration with mobile OS features (e.g. iOS Screen Time)

Zenze

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Freedom

Subscriptions5
  • Monthly Subscription$8.991 Month
  • Freedom Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Freedom Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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  • Yearly Subscription1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Freedom Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Freedom Forever$199.00
4 purchases

Zenze

Subscriptions3
  • Annual Subscription$7.991 Year
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium - Lifetime Access$49.99

Questions

Is Freedom free?
Freedom is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Zenze free?
Zenze is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Freedom or Zenze?
Freedom is rated higher. Freedom averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6.1K ratings, while Zenze averages 4.2 from 31 ratings.
Do Freedom or Zenze have ads?
Zenze shows ads; Freedom does not.
Which is updated more often, Freedom or Zenze?
Freedom ships an update every 2 weeks, and Zenze fortnightly. Most recently, Freedom was updated on November 6, 2026 and Zenze on November 3, 2026.

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