# No Scroll vs Dicy

The clearest difference is review sentiment: No Scroll at 55% against Dicy's 0%. No Scroll also leads on rating (4.5 vs 1.0) and ads (none vs shown). Dicy's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. No Scroll sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Dicy sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

No Scroll holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: No Scroll has 700 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of No Scroll's written reviews are positive against 0% of Dicy's.

No Scroll ships an update every 2 weeks, Dicy every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | No Scroll | Dicy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (700 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/no-scroll-limit-screen-time/id6474079216/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dicy-your-screen-time-buddy/id6773362051/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **700** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **54.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 107 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Self Invest LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1697190242) | [Benaja Raphael Heger](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895862444) |

## 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 (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 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 (Annual) | $19.99 | 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 |

**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)


### Dicy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dicy-your-screen-time-buddy/id6773362051)

This app uses a gamified approach to screen time management by introducing chance. Instead of fixed limits, users roll dice for their daily allowance, making it a game to reclaim time and break addictive scrolling habits with strict blocking features.

**Highlights:** Gamified screen time limits, Strict app blocking, Customizable house rules, Randomized daily time allowance, Detailed usage analytics, On-device privacy

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dicy Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Dicy Pro | $9.99 | per month |
| Dicy Yearly - One Time Offer | $24.99 | per year |
| Dicy Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Dicy Pro | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is No Scroll free?

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

### Is Dicy free?

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

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

No Scroll is rated higher. No Scroll averages 4.5 out of 5 from 700 ratings, while Dicy averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do No Scroll or Dicy have ads?

Dicy shows ads; No Scroll does not.

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

No Scroll ships an update every 2 weeks, and Dicy every 2 days. Most recently, No Scroll was updated on November 4, 2026 and Dicy on October 31, 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.*