# Detox vs Post Streak

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Post Streak at none against Detox's 10. Post Streak also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Detox's advantage is ratings volume (457 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Detox sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Post Streak asks for nothing beyond the download.

Post Streak holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Detox has 457 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Detox | Post Streak |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (457 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/detox-digital-detox/id6450723324/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/post-streak-creator-tracker/id6806101624/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **457** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 53.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 81 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Detox](https://appshunter.io/developer/1805850247) | [Ross Toma](https://appshunter.io/developer/6806098743) |

## 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 (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Detox - Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Detox - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Detox - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Detox - Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Detox - Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Detox - Yearly | $54.99 | per year |
| Detox - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |
| Detox - Yearly | $69.99 | per year |

**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


### Post Streak

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/post-streak-creator-tracker/id6806101624)

This app helps creators build consistent publishing habits by tracking post frequency. Set weekly goals, log posts quickly, and visualize your progress with a yearly heatmap. Connect with friends for accountability without compromising privacy.

**Highlights:** Set weekly posting targets, Log posts in two taps, 365-day consistency heatmap, Optional friend accountability, Private streak targets, Delete accidental logs

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Detox free?

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

### Is Post Streak free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Detox or Post Streak?

Post Streak is rated higher. Detox averages 4.6 out of 5 from 457 ratings, while Post Streak averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Detox or Post Streak have ads?

Detox shows ads; Post Streak does not.

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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.*