# ScreenZen vs ContactZen

The clearest difference is ratings volume: ScreenZen at 54K against ContactZen's 1. ScreenZen also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months) and chart position (#130 vs unranked). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScreenZen sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and ContactZen sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for ScreenZen against 5.0 for ContactZen. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ScreenZen has 54K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 93% of ScreenZen's written reviews are positive against 100% of ContactZen's.

ScreenZen ships an update every 3 weeks, ContactZen every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScreenZen | ContactZen |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (54K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenzen-screen-time-control/id1541027222/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contactzen/id6758281551/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **54K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 93.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#130** | — |
| Size | 159 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ScreenZen LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1541021087) | [Binchaisiee LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1867629902) |

## What reviewers say

### ScreenZen

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

**Currently charting:** #130 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


### ContactZen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/contactzen/id6758281551)

Organize your messy address book with intuitive swiping and smart sorting. Merge duplicates, safely delete contacts, and reconnect with people. Earn achievements and track your progress in this privacy-focused contact management tool.

**Highlights:** Swipe to organize contacts, Smart sorting and duplicate merging, Safe deletion with buffer period, Reconnect with contacts feature, Achievements and streaks system, Progress tracking and analytics, Customizable contact tags

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Monthly | $0.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Annual | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScreenZen free?

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

### Is ContactZen free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ScreenZen or ContactZen?

ContactZen is rated higher. ScreenZen averages 4.9 out of 5 from 54K ratings, while ContactZen averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do ScreenZen or ContactZen have ads?

Neither ScreenZen nor ContactZen shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ScreenZen or ContactZen?

ScreenZen ships an update every 3 weeks, and ContactZen every 2 months. Most recently, ScreenZen was updated on November 9, 2026 and ContactZen on November 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.*