# Freedom vs Drunk Mode Locker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Drunk Mode Locker at free with in-app purchases against Freedom's subscription. Drunk Mode Locker also leads on rating (4.8 vs 4.4). Freedom's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (5.9K vs 244). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Freedom sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and Drunk Mode Locker sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Drunk Mode Locker holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Freedom has 5.9K ratings behind it against 244, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 64% and 63% positive.

Freedom ships an update every 2 weeks, Drunk Mode Locker weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Freedom | Drunk Mode Locker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (5.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freedom-screen-time-control/id1269788228/reviews) | **[4.8 (244 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drunk-mode-locker/id6478125185/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5.9K** | 244 |
| Positive reviews | **64.2% of reviews** | 63.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 93 MB | 110 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 16.2 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Eighty Percent Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/960372430) | [Read Less LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1676366736) |

## What reviewers say

### Freedom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freedom-screen-time-control/id1269788228)

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:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Freedom Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Freedom Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Freedom Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Freedom Forever | $199.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective at blocking distractions
- 👍 Customizable blocklists
- 🔒 Locked mode prevents bypassing
- 💡 Cross-device sync
- 👍 Helpful for productivity and focus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent blocking, doesn't always work as expected
- 🐛 Scheduled sessions don't always start automatically
- 🐛 Buggy, crashes frequently
- 🔒 Easy to bypass by disabling VPN or deleting app
- 👎 Limited app blocking on iOS

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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)


### Drunk Mode Locker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drunk-mode-locker/id6478125185)

This app helps you avoid regrettable decisions when intoxicated by blocking access to chosen applications. You can set timers or solve puzzles to regain access, and it offers features like ride-share app integration and message redaction. It also provides monthly insights into your usage patterns.

**Highlights:** Block chosen apps, Solve puzzles to unlock, Set timers for access, Integrate ride-share apps, Redact drunken texts, View monthly insights

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Membership | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Prevents drunk texting
- 👍 Effective app blocking
- 👍 Peace of mind
- 👍 Customizable lockdown
- 👍 Variety of unlock options

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App doesn't always block texts/calls
- 🐛 App can be uninstalled
- 🐛 Buggy deactivation
- 🐛 Difficult to delete app
- 🐛 Forceful notifications

**Reported bugs**

- Text messaging app still accessible
- Cannot deactivate app to change settings
- Dynamic island bug freezes deactivation time
- App requires iPhone reset to delete
- Does not stop text messages and phone calls

**Requested features**

- Option to allow texting specific contacts
- Future updates to fix dynamic island bug


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Freedom free?

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

### Is Drunk Mode Locker free?

Drunk Mode Locker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Freedom or Drunk Mode Locker?

Drunk Mode Locker is rated higher. Freedom averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while Drunk Mode Locker averages 4.8 from 244 ratings.

### Do Freedom or Drunk Mode Locker have ads?

Drunk Mode Locker shows ads; Freedom does not.

### Which is updated more often, Freedom or Drunk Mode Locker?

Freedom ships an update every 2 weeks, and Drunk Mode Locker weekly. Most recently, Freedom was updated on October 17, 2026 and Drunk Mode Locker on October 14, 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.*