# Roots vs Network Tree, Co.

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Network Tree, Co. at none against Roots's 18. Network Tree, Co. also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and review sentiment (100% vs 76%). Roots's advantage is ratings volume (2.9K vs 24). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Roots sells 18 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Network Tree, Co. asks for nothing beyond the download.

Network Tree, Co. holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Roots has 2.9K ratings behind it against 24, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 76% of Roots's written reviews are positive against 100% of Network Tree, Co.'s.

Roots ships an update every 2 weeks, Network Tree, Co. every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Roots | Network Tree, Co. |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (2.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962/reviews) | **[5.0 (24 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-tree-co/id6502738191/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2.9K** | 24 |
| Positive reviews | 75.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 355 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MWM](https://appshunter.io/developer/452269707) | [Network Tree, Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1746617091) |

## What reviewers say

### Roots

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roots-screen-time-control/id6446800962)

This app helps you regain control of your phone usage by setting app limits, scheduling downtime, and participating in detox challenges. It provides insights into your screen time habits and offers features like 'Monk Mode' for focused periods. Aimed at improving well-being and reducing phone addiction.

**Highlights:** App and website blocking, Scheduled downtime, Phone detox challenges, Monk Mode for strict blocking, Digital dopamine monitoring, Daily goals and progress tracking, Personal balance score

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (18)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Roots Plus - Monthly Plan | $6.99 | per month |
| Premium | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Roots Plus - Weekly Plan | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Roots - Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Roots Plus - Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Roots - Monthly Plan | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Pass | $19.99 | per month |
| Roots Plus - Annual Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Roots Plus - Annual Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Pass | $59.99 | per year |
| Roots Plus - Annual Plan | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Roots Plus - Annual Plan | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium Pass | $99.99 | per year |
| Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Premium Pass | $99.99 | per year |
| Premium Pass | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helpful for reducing screen time
- 🚀 Effective in cutting down app usage
- 💡 Customizable app blocking and downtime settings
- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 👍 Responsive customer support

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional performance issues and bugs
- 🐛 Inconsistent app blocking and unblocking
- 🐛 Inaccurate screen time tracking
- 🐛 Difficulty deleting account or changing subscription
- 🐛 Frustrating when apps are locked unexpectedly

**Reported bugs**

- Apps getting blocked when they shouldn't be
- Screen time data not syncing correctly
- Frequent app crashes and freezes
- Subscription issues and inability to cancel
- Trouble with the initial setup and syncing

**Requested features**

- Home screen and lock screen widgets
- Customizable challenges and ability to share with friends
- More options for the 'Do Not Disturb' mode
- Improved analytics and progress tracking
- Ability to easily adjust app limits without resetting


### Network Tree, Co.

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/network-tree-co/id6502738191)

This app helps users maximize their professional connections by organizing and utilizing their contact network. It offers features like reminders, contact grouping, AI-powered search, and note-taking to efficiently manage and access valuable relationships.

**Highlights:** Contact organization, Reminders, Contact grouping, AI search, Note sections, Secure contact storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Effortless networking management
- 👍 Intuitive and easy-to-use platform
- 🚀 Saves time and hassle
- 👍 Helpful for keeping track of connections
- 👍 Organized and strategic networking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Roots free?

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

### Is Network Tree, Co. free?

Network Tree, Co. is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Roots or Network Tree, Co.?

Network Tree, Co. is rated higher. Roots averages 4.8 out of 5 from 2.9K ratings, while Network Tree, Co. averages 5.0 from 24 ratings.

### Do Roots or Network Tree, Co. have ads?

Neither Roots nor Network Tree, Co. shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Roots or Network Tree, Co.?

Roots ships an update every 2 weeks, and Network Tree, Co. every 2 days. Most recently, Roots was updated on October 12, 2026 and Network Tree, Co. on October 5, 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.*