Comparison

Unpluq vs Average

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

Head to head
About

Unpluq

This app helps you regain control of your time and attention by reducing phone distractions. It allows you to block specific apps and notifications during chosen times, requiring a conscious effort to access them. Recover hours daily to focus on what truly matters.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and notifications
  • Schedule app blocking times
  • Conscious app access barriers
  • Customizable distraction barriers
  • Block different apps on different schedules
  • Whitelist contacts for notifications
Features
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"I have much better sleep, and slower mornings." Sara P., Unpluq Customer "I use the phone less during family rush hours (morning and evening), also to set a good example for them." “I've been present at dinner, I'm not using my phone while driving, and I'm not scrolling my phone in the middle of the night.” - Kim Trinh, Unpluq Customer "I read an entire book on Sunday, went to hot yoga, made a mushroom and endive galette, and finished my vision board in the week since I started using Unpluq." - Sarah S., Unpluq Customer Unpluq helps you take control of your time, be mindful and digital detox from your phone. Turn your phone into a dumbphone when you want. By interrupting your automatic phone pickups, you'll recover time, focus, and attention by making a conscious choice to access apps. Use your phone on your terms. Unpluq customers save more than 1 hour and 26 minutes a day of screen time.* How does it work? Select which apps to block, and when. If you need to access a blocked app, make a conscious choice to open it by passing through an Unpluq Distraction Barrier–a digital key that makes you think twice and ensure you really do want to open that app. Use Unpluq to: - Block distracting apps and notifications–by default - Choose what times you want apps blocked - Choose only the apps you want to block - Unblock apps by making a conscious decision with an Unpluq distraction barrier - Select the distraction barrier you prefer, or go RANDOM to make it harder - Choose how hard each distraction barrier is - Block different apps on different schedules Choose your distraction barrier: - Shake your phone for some time - Tap a random pattern of buttons - Scroll through blank space - Randomly pick one of the above barriers - Scan a unique QR code - Use your Unpluq Tag on your keychain Block apps when you need to: - Stay focused - Focus during work - Disconnect after hours - Be present for family meals - Avoid working on the weekends - Study uninterrupted - Be more mindful every day - Sleep and rest well - Stop phubbing - Reduce stress - Lower anxiety Use your newly recovered free time to: - See friends - Workout - Side hustle - Read books Unpluq helps you focus on what’s important in your life, without phone distraction. No more meals with family and friends staring at your phones. Unpluq Premium Subscription With Unpluq Premium, you’ll save 2x as much time. - Unlimited: block apps–as many as you like, up to 50 per schedule - Unlimited: schedules–work schedule, weekend schedule, you decide what works best for you - Whitelist contacts, so notifications from them always get through - All Barriers: Use all the available barrier options, including the patented Unpluq Tag, the keyfob that keeps you focused, as well as Scrolling, Random, or QR code barriers. Unplug Free: Available to Everyone With Unpluq Free, get off your screen, and back into your life. - Block 2 apps - 1 Schedule–all the time, during work, on the weekend, or after hours–whatever time you choose - 2 Barriers: Choose to tap buttons or shake your phone to unblock apps The Unpluq Tag Do you have an Unpluq Tag? Pair your Tag with your Unpluq app anytime to save more time. The NFC powered yellow Tag fits on your keychain and works with your app. Science like Rational Override Theory shows that this physical ritual to get virtual control of your phone is the most effective way to change your screen time habits. *The average Unpluq customer in May 2023 saves 1 hour 22 minutes a day. Privacy We care about your privacy and take steps to protect it. Unpluq does not sell or share your data–personal or not. Having our customer’s with privacy in mind and protecting them is one of our core values. See Privacy Policy: https://www.unpluq.com/privacy-policy Payments & Subscriptions Terms of Use This app offers both in-app purchases as well as subscriptions. For the Terms of Use, please see https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Average

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Most people think they’re above average. Most people are wrong. Now’s your chance to find out. Average uses real, consolidated data to show you how you compare to others. Are you a top earner in your country? Are you one of the fittest people in the world? These questions, and more, finally have an answer. Your info stays on your phone. We don’t collect it, store it, or send it anywhere. Average is for entertainment and informational purposes. It’s not medical or financial advice. Talk to a professional for guidance specific to you.

Screenshots

Unpluq4 screens
Average4 screens

Verdict

The call

Unpluq and Average are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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

Both are free to download. Unpluq sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Average sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Unpluq versus Average: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUnpluqAverage
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (928 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews53.6% of reviews—
Number of ratings928 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.4
Further details — not scored
Size83 MB57 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperUnplug Technology B.V.ByteFrost AB

Bugs and requests

Unpluq

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Apps not properly blocked or unblocked
  • Schedules not working as expected
  • UI freezes and crashes during app management

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to lock apps to specific QR codes
  • More flexible scheduling options
  • Improved website blocking beyond just Safari

Average

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Unpluq

Subscriptions2
  • Unpluq Premium Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Unpluq Premium Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
1 purchases

Average

One-time1
  • Full report$1.99

Questions

Is Unpluq free?
Unpluq is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Average free?
Average is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Unpluq or Average have ads?
Neither Unpluq nor Average shows ads.

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