# Screen Time Limit vs Monk Mode

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Monk Mode at 100% against Screen Time Limit's 58%. Monk Mode also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Screen Time Limit's advantage is ratings volume (43 vs 6). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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 Monk Mode sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Monk Mode holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Time Limit has 43 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of Screen Time Limit's written reviews are positive against 100% of Monk Mode's.

Screen Time Limit ships an update fortnightly, Monk Mode every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Time Limit | Monk Mode |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (43 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-limit-app-blocker/id6449219142/reviews) | **[5.0 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monk-mode-screen-time-control/id6478087947/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **43** | 6 |
| Positive reviews | 58.3% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 97 MB | 70 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.4 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Salix Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1807587134) | [Red Eye Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/1731738238) |

## 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 |


### Monk Mode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/monk-mode-screen-time-control/id6478087947)

Regain control of your attention with this productivity tool that combines a minimalist phone mode with app and website blocking. Designed to combat digital distractions and enhance concentration, it helps users achieve focused work sessions.

**Highlights:** Minimalist phone mode, App blocker, Website blocker, Distraction control, Focus enhancement, 3-day free trial

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $9.99 | per month |
| Quarterly Premium Subscription | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Minimal Phone Feature | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $9.99 | one-time |
| Bundle & Save | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Time Limit free?

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

### Is Monk Mode free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Screen Time Limit or Monk Mode?

Monk Mode is rated higher. Screen Time Limit averages 4.5 out of 5 from 43 ratings, while Monk Mode averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.

### Do Screen Time Limit or Monk Mode have ads?

Neither Screen Time Limit nor Monk Mode shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Time Limit or Monk Mode?

Screen Time Limit ships an update fortnightly, and Monk Mode every 3 weeks. Most recently, Screen Time Limit was updated on October 25, 2026 and Monk Mode on October 3, 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.*