Comparison

App Lock vs Don't Scroll

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

Head to head
About

App Lock

Manage your screen time and enhance focus with intelligent app blocking and privacy protection. Create a private digital space, track usage, and set schedules to reduce distractions and build healthier digital habits.

Highlights
  • App blocking for privacy
  • Focus management and deep work sessions
  • Detailed app usage statistics
  • Smart scheduling of app blocking
  • System-level protection and control
  • Camouflage mode for dual identity
  • Privacy protection and data security
Features
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App Introduction Invis is a professional digital health app that helps you scientifically manage screen time, enhance focus, and build healthier digital habits. Through intelligent app blocking and privacy protection features, let yourself stay away from digital distractions and focus on what truly matters. Core Features Privacy Protection First - Block apps to protect your privacy, preventing others from peeking at your personal apps - Create an exclusive private digital space just for you - Use your device safely in sensitive situations, avoiding awkwardness - Protect personal data and privacy of your digital life Smart App Blocking - Perform focus management by temporarily blocking distracting apps - Create deep work sessions to significantly improve efficiency - Support for custom app groups (work, entertainment, social, etc.) - Flexible time limits and automatic recovery features Detailed Usage Statistics - Comprehensive app usage data analysis - Daily/weekly/monthly trend charts - Personalized digital health reports - Help understand usage habits and optimize time allocation Smart Scheduling - Automatically block distracting apps at preset times - Set once, execute intelligently - Support for multiple scene modes (work, study, rest) - Flexible time period configuration System-Level Protection - Utilizing iOS native Family Controls framework - Prevent accidental uninstallation of important apps - Restrict in-app purchases, avoiding impulse spending - Complete device management authority, ensuring rule execution Camouflage Mode - Displays as a practical note-taking app - Dual identity switching, safe and convenient - Additional privacy protection when needed Target Audience - Users who want to have privacy space - Users who need to protect their personal digital life - Users who want to reduce mobile phone usage time - Professionals who need to improve work focus - Parents concerned about their children's digital health - Users pursuing digital minimalism - People seeking self-development and healthy habits Why Choose Invis? - Privacy First: Designed with privacy protection focus, creating a safe digital space - Scientific Management: Based on time management psychology - Simple Operation: Intuitive interface, one-click complex configuration - Comprehensive Features: Integrates app blocking, time management, and statistical analysis - Privacy Security: All data processed locally, protecting personal information - Continuous Updates: Regular optimization of user experience, adding new features Premium Benefits - Unlock all advanced features - Unlimited creation of app groups and schedules - Advanced statistical reports - Priority customer support - Complete system protection features Download Invis and start your digital health journey! Let technology serve life, not dominate it.

About

Don't Scroll

This tool helps you regain control over your screen time by setting daily limits for distracting apps. It provides system-level reminders to encourage breaks and build better digital habits, aiding in focus and self-discipline.

Highlights
  • Set daily usage goals for specific apps
  • Optional allowed usage time periods
  • Continue goals after completing tasks
  • Flexible plan adjustment with verification
  • View usage progress and self-discipline checklist
  • System-level reminders for breaks
Features
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Don't Scroll - Screen Time & Focus Self Discipline When you want to focus on studying, working, or resting, but always get distracted by entertainment apps, "Don't Scroll" helps you make the decision in advance — a screen time management and focus self-discipline tool. Select the apps you want to control, set daily usage time goals, and the system-level reminder will notify you when it's time to take a break, helping you reduce meaningless phone scrolling and build better digital habits. Who is it for Adults who want to reduce ineffective phone scrolling and develop better digital habits People who hope to manage their entertainment time with clear goals Those who need a "stop at the right time" reminder instead of relying on willpower Anyone who wants to improve study/work efficiency and develop deep work habits People who want to break phone addiction and reduce short video scrolling time Core Features Set daily usage goals for specific apps: Precisely control the usage time of entertainment apps, with automatic reminders when time is up Optional allowed usage time periods: Automatically enter rest mode after the set time period ends, avoiding unconscious late-night scrolling Continue today's goals after achieving targets: Extend today's usage time by completing tasks such as studying, exercising, or reading, with positive incentives for self-discipline habit building Flexible plan adjustment: Adjust your plan or pause today's self-discipline with password or Face ID verification when needed, balancing flexibility and constraints View usage progress and self-discipline checklist on the homepage: Clearly track daily screen time usage, check in to record your self-discipline journey, and witness your habit-building process Why feel safe Core capabilities are based on Apple's Screen Time related features, taking effect at the system level for more timely reminders and more effective management Self-discipline configurations and usage data are saved locally by default, not uploaded or sold Designed for personal self-management, not a tool for monitoring others' devices, protecting your privacy and autonomy Usage Tips Screen Time permission is required for first-time use. After authorization, you can add apps, set goals, and start your self-discipline journey. It is recommended to start with the 1-2 most frequently used entertainment apps and gradually establish a screen time management rhythm that suits you. Leave time for what truly matters. Start today and practice a better digital life rhythm with "Don't Scroll".

Screenshots

App Lock4 screens
Don't Scroll4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: App Lock at Free against Don't Scroll's $6.99. Don't Scroll's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and review sentiment (100% vs 67%). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

App Lock is free to download; Don't Scroll costs $6.99 up front. App Lock sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Don't Scroll asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

App Lock ships an update weekly, Don't Scroll every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
App Lock versus Don't Scroll: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApp LockDon't Scroll
PriceFree — better$6.99
Rating4.7 (259 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings259 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium — betterPaid
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size29 MB5 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer亚娟 秦伟明 甄

Customer experience

App Lock

All ratings259 ratings
Positive91.5%
Neutral1.9%
Negative6.6%
Written reviews51 reviews
Positive66.7%
Neutral3.9%
Negative29.4%

Don't Scroll

Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

App Lock

Reported bugs

11 issues
  • Apps disappear after hiding
  • Apps become unlocked automatically
  • White screen/freezing when adding apps
  • Subscription billing issues (unexpected charges)
  • App crashes/logs out of WhatsApp
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  • App location/group transfer issue
  • Cannot access hidden apps after deletion
  • Password entry keyboard not appearing
  • Incompatible with iOS 18
  • Intermittent password input box not showing
  • Apps are restricted after deletion and reinstallation

Requested features

10 requests
  • Fix apps disappearing after hiding
  • Fix apps unlocking automatically
  • Fix white screen/freezing when adding apps
  • Address subscription billing and cancellation
  • Resolve WhatsApp logout issue
Show 5 more
  • Fix app location/group transfer issue
  • Enable access to hidden apps after deletion
  • Fix password entry keyboard not appearing
  • Ensure compatibility with iOS 18
  • Fix intermittent password input box not showing

Don't Scroll

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

App Lock

One-time1
  • Invis Pro Lifetime$2.99
None

Don't Scroll

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is App Lock free?
App Lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Don't Scroll free?
Don't Scroll costs $6.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do App Lock or Don't Scroll have ads?
Neither App Lock nor Don't Scroll shows ads.
Which is updated more often, App Lock or Don't Scroll?
App Lock ships an update weekly, and Don't Scroll every 3 days. Most recently, App Lock was updated on October 12, 2026 and Don't Scroll on October 10, 2026.

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