# Screen Time Limit vs App/Website Blocker

Screen Time Limit and App/Website Blocker both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 89% of App/Website Blocker's written reviews are positive against 58% of Screen Time Limit's. App/Website Blocker also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs fortnightly) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Time Limit sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month and App/Website Blocker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Screen Time Limit against 4.6 for App/Website Blocker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 43 and 26 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 58% of Screen Time Limit's written reviews are positive against 89% of App/Website Blocker's.

Screen Time Limit ships an update fortnightly, App/Website Blocker every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Time Limit | App/Website Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-limit-app-blocker/id6449219142/reviews) | **[4.6 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appwebsite-blocker-lockchest/id6477859494/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **43** | 26 |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | **88.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 97 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Salix Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807587134) | [Gridus Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1636121761) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Time Limit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-limit-app-blocker/id6449219142)

This app helps you improve focus and manage screen time by blocking distracting apps and websites. It offers features for self-control and parental monitoring to create a more productive digital environment.

**Highlights:** App blocking, Website blocking, Focus mode, Study timer, Parental controls, Screen time tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parental Control Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly Premium | $6.99 | per month |
| Parental Yearly Premium | $14.99 | per year |
| 50% Discount | $14.99 | per year |
| 20% Discount | $19.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


### App/Website Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appwebsite-blocker-lockchest/id6477859494)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers multiple modes to manage your usage, including instant blocking, scheduled blocking, and daily limits, promoting a healthier digital lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Instant blocking timer, Scheduled app blocking, Daily usage limits, Privacy-focused data storage, Utilizes Screen Time technology

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $5.99 | per month |
| Annual Plan | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual Plan | $39.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $59.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Time Limit free?

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

### Is App/Website Blocker free?

App/Website Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Screen Time Limit or App/Website Blocker?

App/Website Blocker is rated higher. Screen Time Limit averages 4.5 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while App/Website Blocker averages 4.6 from 26 ratings.

### Do Screen Time Limit or App/Website Blocker have ads?

Neither Screen Time Limit nor App/Website Blocker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Time Limit or App/Website Blocker?

Screen Time Limit ships an update fortnightly, and App/Website Blocker every 3 days. Most recently, Screen Time Limit was updated on October 27, 2026 and App/Website Blocker on October 27, 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.*