# RedPill vs Screen Time

The clearest difference is price: RedPill at Free against Screen Time's $4.99. RedPill also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 2). Screen Time's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 7) and ads (none vs shown). On rating, review sentiment, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

RedPill is free to download; Screen Time costs $4.99 up front. RedPill sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Screen Time asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RedPill against 5.0 for Screen Time. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 9 and 2 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

RedPill ships an update every 5 days, Screen Time every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RedPill | Screen Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **Free** | $4.99 |
| Rating | [5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redpill-screen-time-app-block/id6468959418/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-appstops/id6670757501/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Paid |
| Size | 32 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.5 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aleksandr Kulaga](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629493914) | [Yoshiharu Yamada](https://appshunter.io/developer/924854708) |

## What reviewers say

### RedPill

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redpill-screen-time-app-block/id6468959418)

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps and websites. Set custom schedules and daily usage limits to improve focus and productivity. It offers a free version with optional premium features for enhanced control.

**Highlights:** One-click app and website blocking, Scheduled focus sessions, Adjustable daily app usage limits, Customizable blocking schedules, Free to use with optional premium subscription

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Premium | $9.99 | per year |
| Monthly Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| 1 Year Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| 1 Year Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


### Screen Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-appstops/id6670757501)

This tool helps you control your phone usage by blocking app actions based on custom rules. Set daily or weekly limits, schedule restrictions, or temporarily block apps for focused tasks. It offers a strict blocking screen with no bypass options, ensuring adherence to your digital detox goals.

**Highlights:** Strict blocking screen with no ignore option, Focus Mode for app restrictions, Daily/weekly app usage limits, Usage time notifications, Time-based app restrictions, Temporary app blocking with timer, Manual blocking via Control Center/Action Button/Shortcuts

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RedPill free?

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

### Is Screen Time free?

Screen Time costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, RedPill or Screen Time?

RedPill and Screen Time are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do RedPill or Screen Time have ads?

RedPill shows ads; Screen Time does not.

### Which is updated more often, RedPill or Screen Time?

RedPill ships an update every 5 days, and Screen Time every 3 days. Most recently, RedPill was updated on September 9, 2026 and Screen Time on September 21, 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.*