# BePresent vs TreePT

BePresent and TreePT both sit at 4.8 stars, but that hides the real split: 69% of BePresent's written reviews are positive against 0% of TreePT's. BePresent also leads on ratings volume (71K vs 6) and update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks). TreePT's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BePresent sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and TreePT sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for BePresent against 4.8 for TreePT. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BePresent has 71K ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 69% of BePresent's written reviews are positive against 0% of TreePT's.

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, TreePT every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | BePresent | TreePT |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (71K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bepresent-screen-time-control/id1644737181/reviews)** | [4.8 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treept/id6760743066/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **71K** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | **68.6% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Best chart rank | **#23** | — |
| Size | 106 MB | 88 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 16.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Screen Detox Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1644737183) | [Nicole Madison](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886040283) |

## What reviewers say

### BePresent

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

**Currently charting:** #23 Top Grossing · Productivity, #56 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app helps you reclaim your time and improve your life by controlling screen usage. It combines app blocking, gamification, and social challenges with real-life rewards to motivate you to spend less time on your phone.

**Highlights:** App blocking sessions (individual, group, beast mode), Set daily goals and build streaks, Monetary stakes for exceeding limits, Compete on weekly leaderboards, Earn real-life rewards (meditation, workouts, therapy), Scrolling awareness reminders, Time tracking and daily reports

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly (1-Week Free Trial) | $14.99 | per month |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) | $24.99 | per year |
| BePresent Pro (Annual) | $24.99 | per year |
| BePresent Pro (Annual) | $29.99 | 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 |

**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


### TreePT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/treept/id6760743066)

This AI assistant provides quick answers, generates ideas, and helps complete tasks efficiently. It offers a sustainable approach to AI, combining advanced technology with environmental consciousness through an unlimited subscription.

**Highlights:** AI-powered answers, Idea generation, Web scanning, Task completion, Sustainable AI focus, Unlimited subscription

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TreePT Unlimited | $8.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BePresent free?

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

### Is TreePT free?

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

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

BePresent is rated higher. BePresent averages 4.8 out of 5 from 71K ratings, while TreePT averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.

### Do BePresent or TreePT have ads?

BePresent shows ads; TreePT does not.

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

BePresent ships an update every 5 days, and TreePT every 4 weeks. Most recently, BePresent was updated on November 4, 2026 and TreePT on October 31, 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.*