# BePresent vs Scroll Counts

The clearest difference is monetization model: BePresent at free with in-app purchases against Scroll Counts's subscription. BePresent also leads on ratings volume (67K vs 13) and rating (4.8 vs 4.6). Scroll Counts's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (100% vs 68%). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BePresent sells 23 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Scroll Counts sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BePresent holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BePresent has 67K ratings behind it against 13, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 68% of BePresent's written reviews are positive against 100% of Scroll Counts's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, Scroll Counts weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BePresent | Scroll Counts |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (67K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bepresent-screen-time-control/id1644737181/reviews)** | [4.6 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scroll-counts-stop-scrolling/id6757651306/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **67K** | 13 |
| Positive reviews | 68.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#26** | — |
| Size | 105 MB | 45 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Screen Detox Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1644737183) | [Mohamed Yassin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1866106788) |

## What reviewers say

### BePresent

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

**Currently charting:** #26 Top Grossing · Productivity, #29 Top Free · 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


### Scroll Counts

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scroll-counts-stop-scrolling/id6757651306)

This app helps you become more mindful of your scrolling habits by tracking each scroll instead of just screen time. Set daily limits, build awareness, and enter focus mode when you reach your goal. It works across supported platforms with short-form video and infinite scrolling content.

**Highlights:** Track daily scrolls, Set daily scroll limits, Focus Mode to pause scrolling, Build mindful scrolling habits, Works on supported platforms, Awareness of scrolling patterns

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Scroll Counts Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Special | $29.99 | per year |
| Scroll Counts Premium | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BePresent free?

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

### Is Scroll Counts free?

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

### Which has better reviews, BePresent or Scroll Counts?

BePresent is rated higher. BePresent averages 4.8 out of 5 from 67K ratings, while Scroll Counts averages 4.6 from 13 ratings.

### Do BePresent or Scroll Counts have ads?

BePresent shows ads; Scroll Counts does not.

### Which is updated more often, BePresent or Scroll Counts?

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, and Scroll Counts weekly. Most recently, BePresent was updated on October 13, 2026 and Scroll Counts on October 1, 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.*