# Limit vs Screen Time & App Blocker

The clearest difference is rating: Screen Time & App Blocker at 4.7 against Limit's 3.4. Screen Time & App Blocker also leads on review sentiment (80% vs 63%) and ratings volume (79 vs 7). Limit's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Limit sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and Screen Time & App Blocker sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screen Time & App Blocker holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 3.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Time & App Blocker has 79 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Limit's written reviews are positive against 80% of Screen Time & App Blocker's.

Limit ships an update fortnightly, Screen Time & App Blocker every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 5, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Limit | Screen Time & App Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.4 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-time-for-focus/id6473087772/reviews) | **[4.7 (79 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-and-app-blocker/id6737836744/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 7 | **79** |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | **79.6% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 54 MB | 156 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 17.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samet Macit](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182954395) | [Braly](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637078418) |

## What reviewers say

### Limit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-time-for-focus/id6473087772)

This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting applications and scheduling focused work sessions. It offers customizable limits for app usage and allows for planned blocking periods to enhance productivity and digital well-being.

**Highlights:** Customizable focus sessions, Scheduled blocking sessions, App usage limits, User-friendly interface, Privacy-focused design, Tailored customization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Weekly Pro | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly PRO | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Yearly Premium Subscription | $19.99 | per year |
| Limit Pro(Lifetime) | $29.99 | one-time |


### Screen Time & App Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-and-app-blocker/id6737836744)

Take control of your digital life and boost productivity. Block distracting apps and notifications, set personal goals, and track your usage to build healthier habits and achieve more.

**Highlights:** Focus Mode to block apps and notifications, App blocking for time-wasting apps, Personal goal setting for screen time and productivity, Usage tracking with weekly reports, Reminders and alerts for time limits

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MyScreen Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| MyScreen Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| MyScreen Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| MyScreen Premium | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps with productivity and focus
- 👍 Customizable app blocking
- 🔒 Effective at limiting screen time
- 💡 Useful for ADHD and phone addiction
- 👍 Affordable and good value

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional app freezes and glitches
- 💡 Could use more customization options for schedules
- 🔍 Unclear how to use all features

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes at launch on bad connections
- Can't always override blocked apps

**Requested features**

- Add more detailed scheduling options
- Improve tutorial and onboarding experience
- Introduce a dark mode option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Limit free?

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

### Is Screen Time & App Blocker free?

Screen Time & App Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Limit or Screen Time & App Blocker?

Screen Time & App Blocker is rated higher. Limit averages 3.4 out of 5 from 7 ratings, while Screen Time & App Blocker averages 4.7 from 79 ratings.

### Do Limit or Screen Time & App Blocker have ads?

Screen Time & App Blocker shows ads; Limit does not.

### Which is updated more often, Limit or Screen Time & App Blocker?

Limit ships an update fortnightly, and Screen Time & App Blocker every 2 weeks. Most recently, Limit was updated on September 5, 2026 and Screen Time & App Blocker on August 12, 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.*