# No Scroll vs StayGray

The clearest difference is rating: No Scroll at 4.5 against StayGray's 3.7. No Scroll also leads on ratings volume (697 vs 3) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). StayGray's advantage is review sentiment (67% vs 55%). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. No Scroll sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and StayGray sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

No Scroll holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: No Scroll has 697 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of No Scroll's written reviews are positive against 67% of StayGray's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

No Scroll ships an update every 2 weeks, StayGray fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | No Scroll | StayGray |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (697 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-scroll-limit-screen-time/id6474079216/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/staygray/id6757358852/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **697** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 54.7% of reviews | **66.7% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 107 MB | 21 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.4** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Self Invest LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697190242) | [MATTHIAS NEUWIRTH](https://appshunter.io/developer/1819953456) |

## What reviewers say

### No Scroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-scroll-limit-screen-time/id6474079216)

This app helps you reduce screen time and improve focus by setting limits on app usage. It uses behavioral psychology to combat doomscrolling and reclaim your valuable time without requiring you to delete social media apps.

**Highlights:** Set time limits before opening apps, Auto-locks apps when time expires, Schedule app blocking during specific hours, Set daily app usage budgets, Track progress and build healthy habits, Minimalist and distraction-free design, Privacy-focused using Screen Time framework

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $5.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Weekly) | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $7.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $14.99 | per month |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $19.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $29.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $39.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |
| No Scroll Premium (Annual) | $59.99 | per year |
| Early Unlock | $4.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- ✅ Effectively reduces doomscrolling behavior
- ⏱️ Flexible time limit options (5-30 minutes)
- 🔐 Strong unlock mechanism with code requirement
- 💪 Works better than Apple's native screen time
- 🎯 Intentional app usage encouragement

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💳 Requires subscription for premium features
- 🚫 Paywall blocks access before trial
- 🔄 Can switch between multiple blocked apps to bypass limits
- ⚠️ Lacks accountability tracking and history
- 🐛 App stops working after updates occasionally

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes on premium trial popup with no exit option
- Blocks unused apps when time expires on another app
- Doesn't release apps after freeze time ends
- Phone hangs with no control or banner displayed
- App stops working after iOS updates

**Requested features**

- Unified timer across all blocked apps instead of per-app
- Custom time intervals beyond 5-30 minute presets
- Ability to block specific content (reels, shorts) within apps
- Website blocking capability
- Longer time period options (up to 3 hours)


### StayGray

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/staygray/id6757358852)

This app helps reduce screen time by automatically switching your device to grayscale. You can customize when color is allowed, set schedules, and track your progress in reducing usage.

**Highlights:** Automatic grayscale switching, Customizable color exceptions, Scheduled monochrome periods, Location-based color activation, Progress tracking for screen time, Color breaks for temporary color access

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| StayGray Plus | $8.99 | per year |
| StayGray Plus: Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is No Scroll free?

No Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is StayGray free?

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

### Which has better reviews, No Scroll or StayGray?

No Scroll is rated higher. No Scroll averages 4.5 out of 5 from 697 ratings, while StayGray averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do No Scroll or StayGray have ads?

Neither No Scroll nor StayGray shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, No Scroll or StayGray?

No Scroll ships an update every 2 weeks, and StayGray fortnightly. Most recently, No Scroll was updated on October 26, 2026 and StayGray on October 24, 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.*