# Limit vs ScreenBuddy

The clearest difference is rating: ScreenBuddy at 4.6 against Limit's 3.9. ScreenBuddy also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 63%). Limit's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Limit sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days and ScreenBuddy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScreenBuddy holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.9. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 9 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of Limit's written reviews are positive against 100% of ScreenBuddy's.

Limit ships an update every 2 weeks, ScreenBuddy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 6, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Limit | ScreenBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.9 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-time-for-focus/id6473087772/reviews) | **[4.6 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenbuddy-app-blocker/id6748612438/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **11** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 64 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Samet Macit](https://appshunter.io/developer/1182954395) | [John Gaffney](https://appshunter.io/developer/1826566834) |

## 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, Vision Pro support

**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 |


### ScreenBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenbuddy-app-blocker/id6748612438)

This app helps reduce screen time by introducing friction before accessing selected apps. It offers personalized daily limits and a pause before unlocking to break unconscious phone usage habits and combat digital addiction.

**Highlights:** Block selected apps 24/7, Pause before unlocking apps, Personalized daily screen time limits, Breaks unconscious phone use habits, Reduces digital addiction, Focus enhancement for work and study

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScreenBuddy Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| ScreenBuddy Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| ScreenBuddy Pro Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Limit free?

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

### Is ScreenBuddy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Limit or ScreenBuddy?

ScreenBuddy is rated higher. Limit averages 3.9 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while ScreenBuddy averages 4.6 from 9 ratings.

### Do Limit or ScreenBuddy have ads?

Neither Limit nor ScreenBuddy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Limit or ScreenBuddy?

Limit ships an update every 2 weeks, and ScreenBuddy every 3 weeks. Most recently, Limit was updated on October 6, 2026 and ScreenBuddy on October 18, 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.*