# A Needle Pulling Thread vs Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is monetization model: A Needle Pulling Thread at free with in-app purchases against Screen Time Control's subscription. A Needle Pulling Thread also leads on rating (4.3 vs 4.0) and review sentiment (70% vs 50%). Screen Time Control's advantage is update cadence (every 3 days vs every 13 months). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. A Needle Pulling Thread sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year and Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

A Needle Pulling Thread holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: A Needle Pulling Thread has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 70% of A Needle Pulling Thread's written reviews are positive against 50% of Screen Time Control's.

A Needle Pulling Thread ships an update every 13 months, Screen Time Control every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | A Needle Pulling Thread | Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-needle-pulling-thread/id432313495/reviews)** | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-vow/id6760956693/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **70.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 34 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **11.2** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Magazinecloner.com US LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/421104749) | [Kai Chi Tsao](https://appshunter.io/developer/1299477756) |

## What reviewers say

### A Needle Pulling Thread

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-needle-pulling-thread/id432313495)

This app delivers a quarterly magazine focused on various needlework crafts like quilting, knitting, and embroidery. It features detailed projects, photography, and articles on trends and techniques. Users can purchase individual issues or subscribe for access to all content.

**Highlights:** Quarterly needlework magazine, Projects with full instructions, Stunning photography, Articles on trends and techniques, Needlework show reviews, Covers quilting, knitting, crochet, and more

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Needle Pulling Thread | $29.99 | per year |
| ANPTmag Quilting Book 1 | $7.99 | one-time |
| Summer 2011(ID:679370) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Fall 2011(ID:679372) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Festive 2011(ID:679379) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2012(ID:679381) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2011(ID:679368) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2013(ID:679389) | $8.99 | one-time |
| Spring 2016(ID:679412) | $8.99 | one-time |
| A Needle Pulling Thread 4 back issue bundle | $19.99 | one-time |


### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-vow/id6760956693)

This app helps you reclaim your time by blocking distracting applications and categories. Set daily goals, start focus sessions, and build streaks to protect your attention and spend more time on what matters.

**Highlights:** Set daily time goals, Block distracting apps and categories, Start focus sessions, Build streaks for momentum, Track progress and reclaim time, Create boundaries between impulse and intention

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Vow Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Vow Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is A Needle Pulling Thread free?

A Needle Pulling Thread 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, A Needle Pulling Thread or Screen Time Control?

A Needle Pulling Thread is rated higher. A Needle Pulling Thread averages 4.3 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Screen Time Control averages 4.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do A Needle Pulling Thread or Screen Time Control have ads?

Neither A Needle Pulling Thread nor Screen Time Control shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, A Needle Pulling Thread or Screen Time Control?

A Needle Pulling Thread ships an update every 13 months, and Screen Time Control every 3 days. Most recently, A Needle Pulling Thread was updated on November 1, 2026 and Screen Time Control on October 31, 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.*