# No Scroll vs Slowth

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Slowth at 100% against No Scroll's 55%. Slowth also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). No Scroll's advantage is rating (4.5 vs 3.7) and ratings volume (699 vs 3). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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 Slowth sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. 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 699 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 100% of Slowth'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, Slowth every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 27, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | No Scroll | Slowth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (699 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-scroll-limit-screen-time/id6474079216/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slowth-short-video-blocker/id6764140763/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **699** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 54.7% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 107 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Self Invest LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697190242) | [Denis Malin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1612038828) |

## 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)


### Slowth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slowth-short-video-blocker/id6764140763)

This app blocks distracting short-form video content across various social media platforms within your browser. It allows you to selectively disable Reels, Shorts, and TikTok feeds, restoring a more focused browsing experience without affecting other internet content. The tool runs entirely on your device for maximum privacy.

**Highlights:** Blocks Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts, TikTok, and more, Selective content muting, Runs entirely on-device, No account or login required, Free to use forever, Privacy-focused, no data collection

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cup of Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coffee Beans | $4.99 | one-time |
| Climbing Pass | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is No Scroll free?

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

### Is Slowth free?

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

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

No Scroll is rated higher. No Scroll averages 4.5 out of 5 from 699 ratings, while Slowth averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do No Scroll or Slowth have ads?

Neither No Scroll nor Slowth shows ads.

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

No Scroll ships an update every 2 weeks, and Slowth every 3 days. Most recently, No Scroll was updated on October 27, 2026 and Slowth on October 25, 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.*