# Pocus vs Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Screen Time Control at 100% against Pocus's 52%. Screen Time Control also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.9). Pocus's advantage is ratings volume (17 vs 3). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Pocus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Screen Time Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screen Time Control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Pocus has 17 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 52% of Pocus's written reviews are positive against 100% of Screen Time Control's.

Pocus ships an update every 9 days, Screen Time Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pocus | Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocus-limit-screen-time/id1667126271/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **17** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 52.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 35 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ilia Stukalov](https://appshunter.io/developer/1004427873) | [Yalcin Golayoglu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1607333007) |

## What reviewers say

### Pocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocus-limit-screen-time/id1667126271)

This app helps you reduce phone usage and increase focus by blocking distracting applications. Set automatic or manual blocking schedules to concentrate on important tasks without notifications or access to chosen apps.

**Highlights:** Automatic app blocking, Notification silencing, Customizable time limits, Daily app restrictions, Manual deep focus mode, App usage tracking

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pocus Full | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Pocus full | $6.99 | per month |
| Pocus full | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Pocus Full | $49.99 | per year |


### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975)

Manage your device usage with this app blocker and focus tool. Block distracting applications, set timed focus sessions, and schedule automatic restrictions using native device technology. Track your progress and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocking and locking, Timed focus sessions, Recurring schedules, Statistics and analytics, Preset and custom templates, Smart notifications

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screen Time Control Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Time Control Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Screen Time Control Premium Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Screen Time Control Premium | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pocus free?

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

### Is Screen Time Control free?

Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Pocus or Screen Time Control?

Screen Time Control is rated higher. Pocus averages 3.9 out of 5 from 17 ratings, while Screen Time Control averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Pocus or Screen Time Control have ads?

Neither Pocus nor Screen Time Control shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Pocus or Screen Time Control?

Pocus ships an update every 9 days, and Screen Time Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Pocus was updated on October 12, 2026 and Screen Time Control 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.*