Relog vs Scan before you Can
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Relog
Easily log the last time you performed specific actions, from daily routines to infrequent tasks. Receive optional gentle reminders if you haven't completed them recently. Add notes for extra context and sync data across devices.
- Track last action time
- Optional reminders
- Add notes to logs
- Automate with Shortcuts
- Interactive widgets
- iCloud data sync
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Have you ever wondered when you last fed your fish, took your medication or chatted with a friend? With Relog, you can keep track of when you last did things, and optionally be gently reminded when you haven’t done those things in a bit. Relog is great for tracking just about anything, regardless of whether it’s something you do multiple times a day or once or twice a year. Core Features: - Track when you last did things. - Optionally get notified when you haven’t done something after a specified period of time. - Add notes when you log something to keep track of extra information. Extra Goodies: - Automate Relog with Shortcuts. - Log that you did stuff through interactive widgets. - Sync your data across all of your devices with iCloud. Relog is a free app with a Tip Jar to help support its development.
Scan before you Can
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Take back control of your phone — on your terms. Tired of mindlessly opening the same apps over and over? Scan before you Can helps you break the cycle. Choose which apps to restrict, then physically walk to your personal QR code to regain access. It's simple, effective, and puts you in charge. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create your unique QR code inside the app 2. Print it and place it somewhere meaningful — your front door, your desk, the kitchen 3. When you're ready, tap to activate the restriction 4. To use your blocked apps again, get up and scan the code That's it. No complicated settings, no subscriptions, no willpower tricks. Just a real, physical barrier between you and your distractions. WHY IT WORKS Unlike timers or usage limits, this app requires movement. You can't bypass it from the couch — you have to get up and go. This small friction is enough to break automatic behavior and help you make intentional choices about your screen time. OPTIONAL AUTO-LOCK Set a daily schedule and let the app do the rest. Your selected apps will be restricted automatically at the time you choose. You'll even get a reminder 15 minutes before, so you're never caught off guard. BUILT FOR PRIVACY Everything stays on your device. No account needed, no cloud, no tracking, no data collection. Your app choices and QR code never leave your iPhone or iPad. ONE-TIME PURCHASE No subscription. No hidden fees. Pay once and use forever. Every future update included. FEATURES AT A GLANCE ▸ Restrict any app or category using Apple's official Screen Time technology ▸ Generate a personal, unique QR code ▸ Print or share your code via the built-in share sheet ▸ Optional daily auto-lock with customizable schedule ▸ 15-minute reminder notification before auto-lock ▸ Works on iPhone and iPad ▸ Supports 10 languages ▸ Designed for iOS 17 and later Break the scroll. Get moving. Take control.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Relog at Free against Scan before you Can's $2.99. Scan before you Can's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5). On update cadence, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Relog is free to download; Scan before you Can costs $2.99 up front. Relog sells 5 one-off in-app purchases. Scan before you Can asks for nothing beyond the download.
Relog ships an update every 2 months, Scan before you Can monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 22, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Relog | Scan before you Can |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $2.99 |
| Rating | 4.9 (47 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 47 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | Monthly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 29 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Lonnie Gerol | Florian Schimanke |
In-app purchases
Relog
- Small Tip$0.99
- Medium Tip$1.99
- Large Tip$4.99
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- Generous Tip$9.99
- MASSIVE Tip$19.99
Scan before you Can
No in-app purchases









