# one sec | screen time + focus vs Limit

The clearest difference is rating: one sec | screen time + focus at 4.8 against Limit's 3.4. one sec | screen time + focus also leads on ratings volume (24K vs 7) and review sentiment (76% vs 63%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. one sec | screen time + focus sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Limit sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

one sec | screen time + focus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: one sec | screen time + focus has 24K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of one sec | screen time + focus's written reviews are positive against 63% of Limit's.

one sec | screen time + focus ships an update every 2 weeks, Limit fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | one sec | screen time + focus | Limit |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (24K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/one-sec-screen-time-plus-focus/id1532875441/reviews)** | [3.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-time-for-focus/id6473087772/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **24K** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **75.9% of reviews** | 62.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 368 MB | 54 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [riedel.wtf apps S.L.](https://appshunter.io/developer/517545753) | [Samet Macit](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182954395) |

## What reviewers say

### one sec | screen time + focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/one-sec-screen-time-plus-focus/id1532875441)

This app introduces intentional friction to distracting apps and websites, helping users reduce screen time and improve focus. It delays access rather than blocking, promoting long-term behavioral change. Integrates with other apps for enhanced productivity.

**Highlights:** Adds friction to distracting apps, Delays app access instead of blocking, Reduces app usage significantly, Doom Scroll Emergency Brake (Re-Intervention), Free Safari extension for websites, Integrates with other productivity apps

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| one sec pro (1 Month) | $2.99 | per month |
| one sec pro \| Family Plan (1 Month) | $4.99 | per month |
| one sec pro (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| one sec pro \| Family Plan (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| one sec pro \| Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |
| one sec pro \| Family Lifetime | $149.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Saves time
- 👍 Helps reduce screen time
- 💡 Customizable interventions
- 👍 Effective at curbing habits
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy at times
- 💰 Premium features behind paywall
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy/data collection
- 🔒 Inability to fully disable the app
- 🐛 Inconsistent behavior across apps

**Reported bugs**

- App switching issues
- Interventions not triggering properly
- Inconsistent behavior with shortcuts
- Crashes and freezes on certain devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to block more apps for free
- Customizable intervention timers
- Scheduled app blocking/access
- Passcode protection for settings
- Sync settings across devices


### Limit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-time-for-focus/id6473087772)

This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting applications and scheduling focused work sessions. It offers customizable limits for app usage and allows for planned blocking periods to enhance productivity and digital well-being.

**Highlights:** Customizable focus sessions, Scheduled blocking sessions, App usage limits, User-friendly interface, Privacy-focused design, Tailored customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Weekly Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly PRO | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Limit Pro(Lifetime) | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is one sec | screen time + focus free?

one sec | screen time + focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Limit free?

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

### Which has better reviews, one sec | screen time + focus or Limit?

one sec | screen time + focus is rated higher. one sec | screen time + focus averages 4.8 out of 5 from 24K ratings, while Limit averages 3.4 from 7 ratings.

### Do one sec | screen time + focus or Limit have ads?

Neither one sec | screen time + focus nor Limit shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, one sec | screen time + focus or Limit?

one sec | screen time + focus ships an update every 2 weeks, and Limit fortnightly. Most recently, one sec | screen time + focus was updated on September 24, 2026 and Limit on September 5, 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.*