# ClearSpace vs Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is ads: Screen Time Control at none against ClearSpace's shown. Screen Time Control also leads on review sentiment (98% vs 69%) and rating (4.9 vs 4.7). ClearSpace's advantage is ratings volume (8.9K vs 14). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ClearSpace sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screen Time Control holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: ClearSpace has 8.9K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 69% of ClearSpace's written reviews are positive against 98% of Screen Time Control's.

ClearSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, Screen Time Control every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ClearSpace | Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (8.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearspace-reduce-screen-time/id1572515807/reviews) | **[4.9 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-nomore/id6474295673/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.9K** | 14 |
| Positive reviews | 69.3% of reviews | **97.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 80 MB | 74 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.2 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [clearspace](https://appshunter.io/developer/1653276930) | [SnackTime, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1688524162) |

## What reviewers say

### ClearSpace

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/clearspace-reduce-screen-time/id1572515807)

This app helps you regain control of your phone usage by making your device less addictive. It offers tools to block distractions, manage app time, and build better digital habits. Achieve greater focus, productivity, and mental well-being by reducing impulse opens and doomscrolling.

**Highlights:** Block and limit distracting apps, Manage social media doomscrolling, Set schedules for app usage, Build better digital habits, Engage in attention-building challenges, Minimalist and straightforward design, Accountability partners for goals, Detailed screen time reporting

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ClearSpace Premium (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Clearspace Premium Student | $9.99 | per year |
| ClearSpace Premium (Annual) | $44.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $49.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| Clearspace Premium Family | $79.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps reduce screen time
- 🚀 Effective at limiting app usage
- 💡 Breathing exercise and quotes are helpful
- 🤖 Tracks app usage well
- 🤔 Makes users more mindful about phone usage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy and laggy performance
- 💰 Expensive subscription
- 🔓 Allows bypassing restrictions
- 🤖 Limited to one app in free version
- 🤔 Breathing exercise can be annoying

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to block apps
- Notification issues and UI glitches
- Inconsistent tracking of app usage
- Problems with phone number verification

**Requested features**

- Allow blocking multiple apps in free version
- Add more exercise options beyond just breathing
- Provide more customization options
- Integrate with other fitness/health tracking apps
- Improve website/app blocking capabilities


### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-nomore/id6474295673)

This app helps you reduce smartphone usage by introducing gentle friction to app access. It sets time limits and encourages mindful engagement, preventing mindless scrolling and promoting focus on important activities.

**Highlights:** Gentle friction for app access, Mindful breathing task before opening apps, Customizable time limits for app usage, Automatic app closure after time limit, Intercepts unconscious app launches, Focus on habit change, not strict blocking

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan | $5.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $43.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ClearSpace free?

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

### Is Screen Time Control free?

Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ClearSpace or Screen Time Control?

Screen Time Control is rated higher. ClearSpace averages 4.7 out of 5 from 8.9K ratings, while Screen Time Control averages 4.9 from 14 ratings.

### Do ClearSpace or Screen Time Control have ads?

ClearSpace shows ads; Screen Time Control does not.

### Which is updated more often, ClearSpace or Screen Time Control?

ClearSpace ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screen Time Control every 8 days. Most recently, ClearSpace was updated on October 16, 2026 and Screen Time Control 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.*