# BePresent vs gatherHI

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: gatherHI at none against BePresent's 23. gatherHI also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.8). BePresent's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 6 weeks) and ratings volume (64K vs 1). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BePresent sells 22 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. gatherHI asks for nothing beyond the download.

gatherHI holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BePresent has 64K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, gatherHI every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BePresent | gatherHI |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (64K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bepresent-screen-time-control/id1644737181/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gatherhi/id6449093965/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **64K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 67.1% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#44** | — |
| Size | 93 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Screen Detox Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1644737183) | [OPC LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1687673029) |

## What reviewers say

### BePresent

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bepresent-screen-time-control/id1644737181)

**Currently charting:** #44 Top Free · Productivity, #60 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time through app blocking, gamified challenges, and real-life rewards. It encourages users to reduce phone usage, improve productivity, and enhance mental well-being by making digital detox engaging and beneficial.

**Highlights:** App Blocking Sessions (Individual, Group, BEAST MODE), Set Daily Goals and Build Streaks, Monetary Stakes for Commitment, Weekly Leaderboards and Friend Challenges, Earn Real-Life Rewards (e.g., subscriptions, classes), Hourly Scrolling Awareness Reminders, Time Tracking and Daily Reports

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

**In-app purchases (22)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly (Mid Tier) | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly (1-Week Free Trial) | $6.99 | per month |
| Monthly (1-Week Free Trial) | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly (1-Week Free Trial) | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| Annual (Mid Tier) | $24.99 | per year |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) | $24.99 | per year |
| BePresent Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| Free Trial for BePresent Pro | $24.99 | per year |
| Monthly (1-Week Free Trial) | $24.99 | per month |
| BePresent Pro (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |
| BePresent Pro Family | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual (High Tier) | $44.99 | per year |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) | $49.99 | per year |
| Annual (3-Day Free Trial) | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual (30-day Trial) | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) | $59.99 | per year |
| Annual (2-week Free Trial) | $59.99 | per year |
| BePresent Pro Family (iCloud) | $99.99 | per year |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps reduce screen time
- 👍 Gamification and rewards system
- 🤝 Ability to compete with friends
- 🕰️ Provides helpful notifications and reminders
- 💡 Innovative approach to tackling phone addiction

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent screen time tracking
- 🔒 Inability to selectively block apps
- 💰 Paywall for advanced features
- 🤖 Condescending and passive-aggressive notifications
- 🔧 Buggy and glitchy performance

**Reported bugs**

- Freezing and crashing issues
- Inaccurate screen time reporting
- Inability to restore purchases
- Persistent app blocking even after uninstallation
- Setup process getting stuck on permissions

**Requested features**

- Allow selective app blocking
- Exclude certain apps from screen time tracking
- More customization options for notifications
- Expand to iPad and other devices
- Improve overall stability and reliability


### gatherHI

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gatherhi/id6449093965)

This app allows members to easily book desks and meeting rooms, manage their flexible membership plans, and connect with a vibrant community. It provides a comfortable workspace and event venue in Honolulu, HI.

**Highlights:** Reserve meeting rooms and desks, Track bookings, Sign up for membership plans, Stay connected with the community, Find workspace and event venue

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BePresent free?

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

### Is gatherHI free?

gatherHI is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BePresent or gatherHI?

gatherHI is rated higher. BePresent averages 4.8 out of 5 from 64K ratings, while gatherHI averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do BePresent or gatherHI have ads?

BePresent shows ads; gatherHI does not.

### Which is updated more often, BePresent or gatherHI?

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, and gatherHI every 6 weeks. Most recently, BePresent was updated on September 25, 2026 and gatherHI on September 19, 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.*