Comparison

SocialFocus vs PolicyVector Reader

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
Currently charting
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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

PolicyVector Reader

Features
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PolicyVector Reader brings your policy library and study materials to iPhone through optional end-to-end encrypted Live Sync or encrypted study bundles imported from Files, Google Drive, or OneDrive. Study flashcards using the Leitner Method, listen to and review outlines, take multiple-choice tests, and rehearse Oral Board responses with speech recognition and checklist feedback. Browse synced policy PDFs, highlight text, add notes, and create outlines and flashcards directly from your policies. Listen on the go with background audio and CarPlay support. PolicyVector Reader is a free companion for existing PolicyVector users. A built-in Demo Mode lets you explore sample study materials without an account.

Screenshots

SocialFocus4 screens
PolicyVector Reader4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: PolicyVector Reader at Free against SocialFocus's $4.99. PolicyVector Reader also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly). SocialFocus's advantage is chart position (#38 vs unranked) and device support (4 vs 2). On ads 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

PolicyVector Reader is free to download; SocialFocus costs $4.99 up front. SocialFocus sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. PolicyVector Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SocialFocus ships an update monthly, PolicyVector Reader every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 25, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
SocialFocus versus PolicyVector Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSocialFocusPolicyVector Reader
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating3.9 (314 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews58.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings314 — better—
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
Best chart rank#38 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.4 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB373 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperYevhen TretiakovJOHN KENNETH DAUBNER

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

PolicyVector Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

SocialFocus

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

PolicyVector Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is SocialFocus free?
SocialFocus costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.
Is PolicyVector Reader free?
PolicyVector Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do SocialFocus or PolicyVector Reader have ads?
Neither SocialFocus nor PolicyVector Reader shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SocialFocus or PolicyVector Reader?
SocialFocus ships an update monthly, and PolicyVector Reader every 4 days. Most recently, SocialFocus was updated on September 25, 2026 and PolicyVector Reader on September 23, 2026.

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