# Commitment Log vs SocialFocus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: SocialFocus at 59% against Commitment Log's 0%. SocialFocus also leads on rating (3.9 vs 3.0) and update cadence (monthly vs every 10 months). Commitment Log's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Commitment Log costs $9.99 and SocialFocus $4.99 up front. SocialFocus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Commitment Log asks for nothing beyond the download.

SocialFocus holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SocialFocus has 314 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of Commitment Log's written reviews are positive against 59% of SocialFocus's.

Commitment Log ships an update every 10 months, SocialFocus monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Commitment Log | SocialFocus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **$4.99** |
| Rating | [3.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commitment-log/id1604827057/reviews) | **[3.9 (314 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socialfocus-hide-distractions/id1661093205/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **314** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **58.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 10 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Paid | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Best chart rank | — | **#58** |
| Size | 16 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.4 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Max Chiasson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1576488383) | [Yevhen Tretiakov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1592732760) |

## What reviewers say

### Commitment Log

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/commitment-log/id1604827057)

This app helps you stay accountable for your goals and commitments by tracking your progress in one place. It allows you to set weekly targets and integrate with other services through quick actions.

**Highlights:** Create and track commitments, Set weekly targets, Integrate with iOS Shortcuts, Quick Actions for URLs, Goal focus

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### SocialFocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/socialfocus-hide-distractions/id1661093205)

**Currently charting:** #58 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

Take back control of your attention by selectively hiding distracting elements on popular social media and video websites. Customize your browsing experience by concealing feeds, recommendations, shorts, and more. A PRO version offers advanced features for dedicated users.

**Highlights:** Hide feed, shorts, and related videos, Block comments and other elements, Customizable settings per site, Startup settings, Import/Export settings, Hotkey configuration (PRO)

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $35.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great for combating social media addiction
- 👍 Customizable and effective at blocking distractions
- 💡 Allows using apps without getting sucked into endless scrolling
- 🚀 Declutters social media experience
- 👍 Helps users stay focused and intentional with their time

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Some features not working as expected (e.g. blocking Instagram suggested posts)
- 🐛 Occasional bugs and glitches
- 🔒 Privacy concerns around data collection
- 💰 Requires a subscription in addition to initial purchase

**Reported bugs**

- Instagram suggested posts not getting blocked
- Facebook feed not loading properly with extension enabled
- YouTube Shorts still visible in recommendations
- LinkedIn promoted posts no longer getting blocked

**Requested features**

- Add more options to block specific features on TikTok
- Ability to block open in app requests for Instagram
- Option to grayscale sites for less distraction
- Add support for more social media platforms (e.g. Discord, BlueSky)
- Ability to schedule social media blocks


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Commitment Log free?

Commitment Log costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SocialFocus free?

SocialFocus costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Commitment Log or SocialFocus?

SocialFocus is rated higher. Commitment Log averages 3.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while SocialFocus averages 3.9 from 314 ratings.

### Do Commitment Log or SocialFocus have ads?

Neither Commitment Log nor SocialFocus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Commitment Log or SocialFocus?

Commitment Log ships an update every 10 months, and SocialFocus monthly. Most recently, Commitment Log was updated on October 9, 2026 and SocialFocus on October 13, 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.*