# BeTimeful vs No Scroll

The clearest difference is monetization model: No Scroll at free with in-app purchases against BeTimeful's subscription. No Scroll also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.0) and ratings volume (690 vs 87). BeTimeful's advantage is review sentiment (71% vs 55%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BeTimeful sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and No Scroll sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

No Scroll holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: No Scroll has 690 ratings behind it against 87, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 71% of BeTimeful's written reviews are positive against 55% of No Scroll's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BeTimeful | No Scroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (87 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/betimeful-screen-time-20/id1599021847/reviews) | **[4.5 (690 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-scroll-limit-screen-time/id6474079216/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 87 | **690** |
| Positive reviews | **71.0% of reviews** | 54.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 246 MB | 103 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Be Timeful Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576212134) | [Self Invest LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697190242) |

## What reviewers say

### BeTimeful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/betimeful-screen-time-20/id1599021847)

This app helps you stay focused by removing distracting elements from social media and YouTube, allowing you to use them intentionally. It offers smart time limits and integration with your calendar to manage your usage effectively.

**Highlights:** Removes distracting elements from social media, Smart time limits, Google Calendar integration, Auto Discipline Mode, Unlimited blocking

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly BeTimeful Pro Access | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly BeTimeful Pro | $7.99 | per month |
| Annual BeTimeful Pro | $49.99 | per year |
| 12 Months BeTimeful Pro Access | $59.99 | per year |
| BeTimeful Pro (Annual) | $69.99 | per year |
| Annual BeTimeful Pro | $89.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helpful for reducing screen time
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Blocks apps effectively
- 💡 Useful break timer feature
- 👍 Responsive customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent app blocking
- 🔒 Unclear subscription management
- 💰 Expensive for some features
- 🐛 Feedless Instagram not available
- 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

**Reported bugs**

- App not working properly after breaks
- White screen on app opening
- Safari extension no longer working
- Subscription issues and unauthorized charges

**Requested features**

- Feedless option for more apps
- Scheduling to automatically hide apps
- Free version with more functionality
- Ability to modify feeds for free


### No Scroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-scroll-limit-screen-time/id6474079216)

This app helps you reduce screen time and improve focus by setting limits on app usage. It uses behavioral psychology to combat doomscrolling and reclaim your valuable time without requiring you to delete social media apps.

**Highlights:** Set time limits before opening apps, Auto-locks apps when time expires, Schedule app blocking during specific hours, Set daily app usage budgets, Track progress and build healthy habits, Minimalist and distraction-free design, Privacy-focused using Screen Time framework

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $19.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $59.99 | per year |
| Early Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Effectively reduces doomscrolling behavior
- ⏱️ Flexible time limit options (5-30 minutes)
- 🔐 Strong unlock mechanism with code requirement
- 💪 Works better than Apple's native screen time
- 🎯 Intentional app usage encouragement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💳 Requires subscription for premium features
- 🚫 Paywall blocks access before trial
- 🔄 Can switch between multiple blocked apps to bypass limits
- ⚠️ Lacks accountability tracking and history
- 🐛 App stops working after updates occasionally

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on premium trial popup with no exit option
- Blocks unused apps when time expires on another app
- Doesn't release apps after freeze time ends
- Phone hangs with no control or banner displayed
- App stops working after iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Unified timer across all blocked apps instead of per-app
- Custom time intervals beyond 5-30 minute presets
- Ability to block specific content (reels, shorts) within apps
- Website blocking capability
- Longer time period options (up to 3 hours)


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BeTimeful free?

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

### Is No Scroll free?

No Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, BeTimeful or No Scroll?

No Scroll is rated higher. BeTimeful averages 4.0 out of 5 from 87 ratings, while No Scroll averages 4.5 from 690 ratings.

### Do BeTimeful or No Scroll have ads?

Neither BeTimeful nor No Scroll shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, BeTimeful or No Scroll?

BeTimeful ships an update fortnightly, and No Scroll fortnightly. Most recently, BeTimeful was updated on October 16, 2026 and No Scroll on October 18, 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.*