# RedPill vs RingLock

The clearest difference is monetization model: RedPill at free with in-app purchases against RingLock's subscription. RedPill also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.6). RingLock's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RedPill sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and RingLock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for RedPill against 5.0 for RingLock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RedPill has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

RedPill ships an update every 5 days, RingLock weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 27, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | RedPill | RingLock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/redpill-screen-time-app-block/id6468959418/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ringlock-screen-time-control/id6776810683/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 32 MB | 40 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Aleksandr Kulaga](https://appshunter.io/developer/1629493914) | [Ready Set Joy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1608437772) |

## 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 |


### RingLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ringlock-screen-time-control/id6776810683)

This app encourages a healthier lifestyle by linking app access to physical activity. Users must close activity rings to unlock their phone's apps, promoting less screen time and more real-world engagement.

**Highlights:** Unlock apps by closing activity rings, Reduce screen time, Promote healthier habits, Subscription for full access, Manage auto-renewal

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Monthly Plan | $5.99 | per month |
| FitScreen Annual | $19.95 | per year |
| FitScreen Annual | $27.99 | per year |
| FitScreen Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Unlimited (1 Year) | $59.99 | per year |
| FitScreen Lifetime | $100.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RedPill free?

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

### Is RingLock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RedPill or RingLock?

RedPill and RingLock are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 9 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do RedPill or RingLock have ads?

RedPill shows ads; RingLock does not.

### Which is updated more often, RedPill or RingLock?

RedPill ships an update every 5 days, and RingLock weekly. Most recently, RedPill was updated on September 27, 2026 and RingLock on September 28, 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.*