# BePresent vs Purpose Quest

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Purpose Quest at none against BePresent's 24. Purpose Quest also leads on ads (none vs shown). BePresent's advantage is ratings volume (68K vs 4) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). On price, rating, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BePresent sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Purpose Quest asks for nothing beyond the download.

Purpose Quest holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BePresent has 68K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two.

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, Purpose Quest every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BePresent | Purpose Quest |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (68K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bepresent-screen-time-control/id1644737181/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purpose-quest/id6755660714/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **68K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#30** | — |
| Size | 106 MB | 51 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Screen Detox Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1644737183) | [LIONSENTRY, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1855330297) |

## What reviewers say

### BePresent

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

**Currently charting:** #30 Top Free · Productivity, #37 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 (23)**

| 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 |
| BePresent Family | $59.99 | 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


### Purpose Quest

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/purpose-quest/id6755660714)

This app guides users through self-discovery to explore their strengths, values, and life direction. It offers interactive quests and a personalized, dynamic planning tool to help clarify goals and make intentional decisions.

**Highlights:** Guided self-discovery quests, Explore strengths and values, Clarify long-term direction, Personalized PurposePlan™, Dynamic goal planning tool, Track progress and habits

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BePresent free?

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

### Is Purpose Quest free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BePresent or Purpose Quest?

Purpose Quest is rated higher. BePresent averages 4.8 out of 5 from 68K ratings, while Purpose Quest averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do BePresent or Purpose Quest have ads?

BePresent shows ads; Purpose Quest does not.

### Which is updated more often, BePresent or Purpose Quest?

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, and Purpose Quest every 4 weeks. Most recently, BePresent was updated on October 15, 2026 and Purpose Quest on October 10, 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.*