Comparison

SocialFocus vs Dumbify

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SocialFocus

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
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Hide distractions on websites such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit, LinkedIn, Gmail and take back control of your attention! While we acknowledge the distracting and engrossing nature of these sites, completely blocking them is not always feasible due to the valuable content they offer. This Safari extension allows you to selectively hide attention-grabbing components on each site. For instance, on YouTube, you have the option to conceal recommended videos, shorts, comments, and more. Similarly, on Facebook and Instagram, you can hide the feed, reels, stories, and other elements. The same goes for each supported site. Furthermore, SocialFocus offers an array of supplementary features, including Startup Settings, Import / Export and more. Users who want to support the development of the project can additionally subscribe to the PRO version. The PRO version will give access to some additional features that are not available in the standard version, such as hotkey configuration, settings synchronization and some others. NOTE: This extension does NOT work with the apps, it works only for websites while using the Safari browser. Terms Of Use: https://socialfocus.app/tos/

About

Dumbify

This minimalist launcher for iPhone declutters your home screen to help reduce screen time. It allows you to select and display only your most important apps in a clean, text-based interface, reclaiming your time and simplifying your digital life.

Highlights
  • Minimalist home screen launcher
  • Reduces screen time
  • Customizable app selection
  • Clean, text-based interface
  • Supports dark and light mode
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Dumbify is a minimalist home screen launcher for iPhone. Dumbify helps you keep screen time down by keeping your home screen clean and clear of notifications. Our minimalist home screen launcher is fully customizable. Dumbify allows you to select the apps that are most important to you, and displays them in a clean minimalist launcher on your home screen. The minimalist launcher for iPhone works perfectly with dark or light mode, so you can pick what looks best to you. This text based minimalist launcher lets you reclaim your most valuable asset, your time! Stop spending hours of your precious time getting distracted by your phone, and let Dumbify, a launcher exclusively for iPhone, simplify your digital life.

Screenshots

SocialFocus4 screens
Dumbify4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SocialFocus at 3.9 against Dumbify's 3.0. SocialFocus also leads on review sentiment (59% vs 46%) and device support (4 vs 1). Dumbify's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 6 days vs monthly). On price, ratings volume, ads and chart position there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

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

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SocialFocus holds the better App Store score, 3.9 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 314 and 207 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 59% of SocialFocus's written reviews are positive against 46% of Dumbify's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SocialFocus ships an update monthly, Dumbify every 6 days. Both last shipped on October 19, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
SocialFocus versus Dumbify: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSocialFocusDumbify
Price$4.99$4.99
Rating3.9 (314 ratings) — better3.0 (207 ratings)
Positive reviews58.8% of reviews — better46.5% of reviews
Number of ratings314 — better207
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank#37#25 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.4 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYevhen TretiakovAB Apps Inc.

Customer experience

SocialFocus

All ratings314 ratings
Positive71.7%
Neutral6.4%
Negative22.0%
Written reviews320 reviews
Positive58.8%
Neutral9.7%
Negative31.6%

Dumbify

All ratings207 ratings
Positive45.9%
Neutral10.1%
Negative44.0%
Written reviews254 reviews
Positive46.5%
Neutral9.4%
Negative44.1%

User reviews

SocialFocus

From 314 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 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

Room to improve

  • 🐛 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

Dumbify

From 207 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Minimalist and clean interface
  • 👍 Helps reduce phone usage and distractions
  • 💡 Clever use of widgets and shortcuts
  • 🔒 No subscription required, one-time purchase

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent app launching experience with shortcuts
  • 🔋 Battery drain due to constant shortcuts usage
  • 🔍 Limited app integration and customization options
  • 🤔 Confusing setup process for some users

Bugs and requests

SocialFocus

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

6 requests
  • 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
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  • Sync settings across devices and profiles

Dumbify

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Issues with widget not displaying app list properly
  • Settings app not launching to main page
  • Occasional crashes or freezes

Requested features

4 requests
  • More widget size and layout options
  • Ability to customize background and font styles
  • Seamless app launching without shortcuts
  • Integration with more popular apps

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SocialFocus

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly3 Days trial$35.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime$79.99
None

Dumbify

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SocialFocus free?
SocialFocus costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is Dumbify free?
Dumbify costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, SocialFocus or Dumbify?
SocialFocus is rated higher. SocialFocus averages 3.9 out of 5 from 314 ratings, while Dumbify averages 3.0 from 207 ratings.
Do SocialFocus or Dumbify have ads?
Neither SocialFocus nor Dumbify shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SocialFocus or Dumbify?
SocialFocus ships an update monthly, and Dumbify every 6 days. Most recently, SocialFocus was updated on October 19, 2026 and Dumbify on October 19, 2026.
Which is more popular, SocialFocus or Dumbify?
SocialFocus currently peaks at #37 in the App Store charts, and Dumbify at #25. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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