# ScreenZen vs App/Website Blocker

The clearest difference is ratings volume: ScreenZen at 49K against App/Website Blocker's 26. ScreenZen also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.6) and chart position (#157 vs unranked). App/Website Blocker's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScreenZen sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and App/Website Blocker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScreenZen holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ScreenZen has 49K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 93% of ScreenZen's written reviews are positive against 88% of App/Website Blocker's.

ScreenZen ships an update every 3 weeks, App/Website Blocker every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScreenZen | App/Website Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (49K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenzen-screen-time-control/id1541027222/reviews)** | [4.6 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appwebsite-blocker-lockchest/id6477859494/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **49K** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | **93.4% of reviews** | 87.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#157** | — |
| Size | 159 MB | 16 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ScreenZen LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1541021087) | [Gridus Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1636121761) |

## What reviewers say

### ScreenZen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenzen-screen-time-control/id1541027222)

**Currently charting:** #157 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app offers multiple strategies to help you reduce screen time and control app usage. Features include delayed app opening, timed scrolling interruptions, and customizable app limits. It also provides options for strict blocking, settings protection, and encourages mindful breaks.

**Highlights:** Delayed app opening, Scrolling interruption, Set app goals and limits, Configurable daily schedules, Strict app blocking, Screen time tracking for distracting apps, Settings protection locks

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Kind Tip | $5.00 | one-time |
| Generous Tip | $10.00 | one-time |
| Amazing Tip | $20.00 | one-time |
| Fantastic Tip | $40.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Completely reversed my scrolling addiction
- 🚀 Helps manage screen time
- 👍 Excellent app, easy to use
- 👍 Genuinely the best screentime app out there
- 👍 Effective in avoiding doom scrolling

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy, sometimes doesn't unlock apps
- 🐛 Notifications can't break through
- 🐛 Inconsistent UI across devices

**Reported bugs**

- Unlock button not working as expected
- App stops working after some time
- Compatibility issues with iOS 16 update

**Requested features**

- Add more customization options
- Integrate with productivity/to-do apps
- Add more pause/break options
- Improve website blocking functionality


### App/Website Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appwebsite-blocker-lockchest/id6477859494)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers multiple modes to manage your usage, including instant blocking, scheduled blocking, and daily limits, promoting a healthier digital lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Instant blocking timer, Scheduled app blocking, Daily usage limits, Privacy-focused data storage, Utilizes Screen Time technology

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Weekly Plan | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Annual Plan | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScreenZen free?

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

### Is App/Website Blocker free?

App/Website Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ScreenZen or App/Website Blocker?

ScreenZen is rated higher. ScreenZen averages 4.9 out of 5 from 49K ratings, while App/Website Blocker averages 4.6 from 26 ratings.

### Do ScreenZen or App/Website Blocker have ads?

Neither ScreenZen nor App/Website Blocker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ScreenZen or App/Website Blocker?

ScreenZen ships an update every 3 weeks, and App/Website Blocker every 4 days. Most recently, ScreenZen was updated on September 27, 2026 and App/Website Blocker on September 23, 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.*