# Detox vs ScreenMax

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScreenMax at none against Detox's 25. ScreenMax also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Detox sells 20 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ScreenMax asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Detox | ScreenMax |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (453 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detox-digital-detox/id6450723324/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **453** | — |
| Positive reviews | 53.8% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 104 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Detox](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805850247) | [Raj Khettry](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880856208) |

## What reviewers say

### Detox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detox-digital-detox/id6450723324)

This app helps you reduce screen time by blocking distracting applications after a set usage limit. It allows essential apps like messaging and maps to remain accessible, and offers scheduled blocking and immediate deep work sessions. Achieve a calmer digital life with improved focus and sleep.

**Highlights:** Consecutive usage limits for apps, Keep essential apps accessible, Scheduled app blocking, Block Now deep work sessions, Reduced frustration and willpower battles, Improved focus and sleep

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (20)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| monthly influencer free | $0.99 | per month |
| yearly influencer free | $0.99 | per year |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $54.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Free | Free | one-time |
| Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective in reducing screen time
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Customizable blocking features
- 🚀 Helpful in improving productivity
- 👍 Responsive and supportive developers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🤑 Paid subscription required
- 🐛 Crashing issues after updates
- 🔒 Concerns over privacy and data usage
- 🤔 Lack of free trial or free version
- 🤔 Misleading advertising about free usage

**Reported bugs**

- App not recognizing purchases and requiring re-subscription
- Blocking features not working as expected
- Sync issues between devices

**Requested features**

- Add option to block apps selectively instead of all-or-nothing
- Implement a scheduling feature to automatically block apps during certain times
- Provide more detailed usage analytics and reports
- Allow users to customize the app's appearance and branding


### ScreenMax

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenmax/id6762722710)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Detox free?

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

### Is ScreenMax free?

ScreenMax is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Detox or ScreenMax have ads?

Detox shows ads; ScreenMax does not.

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