Comparison

one sec | screen time + focus vs Oath

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

Head to head
About

one sec | screen time + focus

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
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Stop opening social media on autopilot. one sec adds a short pause before distracting apps so you can choose what deserves your attention. This principle works really well: we have gained scientific evidence in numerous research studies with the Max-Planck Institute, with the German and Danish government, and in dozens more scientific collaborations: one sec has incredible effects on your screen time: app usage drops by 57% on average! …just read our App Store reviews or try it for yourself if you don’t believe me (…you should really try it)! How is one sec different from Screen Time limits or app blockers? - one sec DELAYS access to distracting apps instead of blocking apps completely – that’s an important difference psychologically. - This way, we solve the screen time problem at its roots: long-term & sustainably! - one sec is always on, and makes using social media just slightly more annoying…so you’ll end up using it only when you actually have a reason! Which apps can I use with one sec? - You can set up one sec with any app you’d like to use less / more intentional. - Most popular use-cases are: social media, games, video streaming, dating, stock/coin trading, adult content. - Using one sec with one app of your choice is completely free, for more you’ll need to purchase one sec pro (we also need to finance development of our app!). What if I get stuck scrolling? - No worries, one sec offers a Doom Scroll Emergency Brake: We call it Re-Intervention. - After a set time (e.g. 5 minutes) you’ll be kicked out of social media, and you’ll have to go through an intervention again to unlock more time. Where can I learn more about the scientific background of one sec? → https://one-sec.app/research Can I use one sec to interrupt access to websites as well? → Yes, one sec offers a free Safari extension as well. How does one sec work technically? - one sec uses Shortcuts Automation to toggle a deep breath animation whenever you open one of the configured apps (Instagram, Twitter, YouTube…). - This breaks unconscious social media habits short-term (literally, as soon as you have set it up) and even helps long-term by adding more friction when opening these apps. Integrations: - Structured: one sec blocks apps during unfinished tasks. - LENGO: learn vocabulary to unlock social media. I developed one sec for myself in 2020…and it worked so well I decided to upload it to the App Store. Especially for people with ADHD one sec is a great tool to gain back control for incredible focus and concentration. – Frederik Legal information: Available Subscription Options: one sec pro (annual / monthly / lifetime unlock) one sec can contribute mindful moments to the Health App via HealthKit. one sec is covered by U.S. Patent 12,468,828 B2. Terms (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://one-sec.app/privacy/

About

Oath

Features
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Block distracting apps and websites when your daily limit runs out. Build better habits, protect your focus, and reclaim your time. BLOCK DISTRACTIONS ON YOUR TERMS • Choose apps, app categories, and websites • Set a daily limit from 15 minutes to 4 hours • Select which days your block is active • Update your selection and limits whenever you need SEE WHERE YOUR TIME GOES • Track your screen time and phone pickups • View usage across your selected apps • Build a skip-free streak • Beat your personal best FRICTION THAT MEANS SOMETHING Oath includes four free skips each month for the days you truly need one. After that, additional skips use cost Coins to keep you from spiraling. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Oath uses Apple’s Screen Time framework in order to monitor and block the apps you select. Unlike other apps, Oath works entirely on your phone and your data never leaves your device. TERMS, PRIVACY & CONDITIONS Read on https://www.streamvisor.com/oath/terms-of-service & https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

one sec | screen time + focus4 screens
Oath3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: one sec | screen time + focus at 4 against Oath's 1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and iOS requirement 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. one sec | screen time + focus sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Oath sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $99.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
one sec | screen time + focus versus Oath: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parameterone sec | screen time + focusOath
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (24K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.8% of reviews—
Number of ratings24K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size349 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerriedel.wtf apps S.L.Streamvisor GmbH

Bugs and requests

one sec | screen time + focus

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

6 requests
  • Ability to block more apps for free
  • Customizable intervention timers
  • Scheduled app blocking/access
  • Passcode protection for settings
  • Sync settings across devices
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  • More intervention types (e.g. games)

Oath

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

one sec | screen time + focus

Subscriptions4
  • one sec pro (1 Month)$6.991 Month
  • one sec pro | Family Plan (1 Month)7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • one sec pro (1 Year)7 Days trial$19.991 Year
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  • one sec pro | Family Plan (1 Year)7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • one sec pro | Lifetime$99.99
  • one sec pro | Family Lifetime$149.00
4 purchases

Oath

Subscriptions1
  • Oath Pro Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
One-time3
  • Oath Coins 1$0.99
  • Oath Coins 15$9.99
  • Oath Coins 50$29.99

Questions

Is one sec | screen time + focus free?
one sec | screen time + focus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Oath free?
Oath is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do one sec | screen time + focus or Oath have ads?
Neither one sec | screen time + focus nor Oath shows ads.

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