Comparison

Screen Time Control vs k.dot

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Screen Time Control

This app helps you reduce smartphone usage by introducing gentle friction to app access. It sets time limits and encourages mindful engagement, preventing mindless scrolling and promoting focus on important activities.

Highlights
  • Gentle friction for app access
  • Mindful breathing task before opening apps
  • Customizable time limits for app usage
  • Automatic app closure after time limit
  • Intercepts unconscious app launches
  • Focus on habit change, not strict blocking
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You’ve arrived at this app because you want to rethink how you use your smartphone—and that alone is something to be proud of. Just by searching for an app to help with restrictions, you’ve already taken the first step toward changing your habits. That small step, repeated consistently, can take you farther than you ever imagined. NoMore is here to quietly support you on that journey. By reducing screen time, you’ll be able to focus more deeply on studying, work, or hobbies. You’ll find more mental space, and your daily life will gradually come into balance. NoMore was created to support exactly that kind of change. ---------- That said, lasting change needs a system that’s sustainable and stress-free. Just as extreme diets are harmful and likely to rebound, extreme digital detoxes or harsh restrictions can feel frustrating and often lead users to delete the app. Overly strict limits don’t last. But if it’s too easy to bypass the restriction, it doesn’t work either. That’s why NoMore is designed with “not too weak, not too strong” limits—just enough to create a lasting experience without frustration. Instead of completely blocking access, NoMore lets you open apps if you really want to. But to do so, you’ll need to complete a brief breathing task, which helps prevent mindless app opening. This subtle friction makes you pause—and helps you open apps only when truly necessary. This approach is supported by behavioral science: adding small obstacles or distancing yourself from bad habits makes them easier to change. ---------- In addition, NoMore lets you set time limits—like “only 5 minutes” or “only 10 minutes”—before opening social media or games. When the set time ends, the app automatically closes, helping you avoid slipping into 30-minute or hour-long scroll sessions without realizing. Many users have told us this feature has been a real lifesaver. ---------- NoMore doesn’t rely on a “Start” button to begin blocking. After all, if you can tap that button, you’re already in study mode or focus mode. But the real danger is before that—when you’re aimlessly picking up your phone. Right after waking up, while on the toilet, in bed before sleep, or when taking a short break after a task or study session— NoMore steps in with a gentle brake before those moments turn into hours of mindless scrolling. We’ve also chosen not to rely on time-based blocking like “limit from 10pm to 11pm.” Because even if you block nighttime use, what if you end up scrolling all day? Instead, NoMore focuses on gently intercepting unconscious app launches throughout the entire day. ---------- You don’t have to be perfect. Even stopping yourself once a day from opening an app out of habit is real progress. Let’s shape your days with NoMore—little by little. Make space for what matters: studying, working, playing, and becoming more of who you want to be.

About

k.dot

Features
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【機能の一部】 ・即座にアクセスできるクイックメモ  左スワイプで即座に無音カメラが起動、突然のメモにも対応  テキストメモも黒板の撮影画像もすべてアプリで、講義ごとに保存管理、いつでも簡単に見返せる。  講義メモをpdfにまとめて共有可能。 ・一瞬のログイン & 24時間以上のセッション継続  毎回のログインの手間を解決。K-LMSと同期し、快適なアクセスを維持。 ・授業ごとに散らばっていたアナウンスも一か所に  1か所にまとめられたアナウンスから、休講情報や試験告知を見逃すことはもうありません。 ・無欠の時間割 & クォーター完全対応  変則的なQ1〜Q4のクォーター科目にも対応。手動設定により時間割には必要な科目のみ表示される様に。ゼミや体育などの科目も時間割に追加可能。 ・超速PDFダイレクトビュー  配布資料やレジュメのPDFを、ダウンロードしなくてもその場で直接展開。 ・未提出・提出済みの完全視覚化  提出済みと未提出が一目で分かる。 ・安心の安全性  大学公式ログインを使用。パスワードの収集・偽装は一切なし。  canvas lms 公式apiを使用した安全同期。  独自外部サーバー非保有の完全スタンドアロン。ユーザー情報をどこにも保持、送信しないゼロ保持。  すべてのプライベートなデータ処理は、あなたのスマートフォン内部の暗号化領域だけで完結。 ・無駄機能の完全撤廃。扱いやすさを徹底して計算されたアプリ。 本アプリは、大学公式のアプリケーションではありません。学生の利便性向上のために開発された、非公式の学習補助ツールです。 公式のLMSサイトと併せてご利用ください。

Screenshots

Screen Time Control4 screens
k.dot4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: k.dot at none against Screen Time Control's 2. k.dot also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 16.2). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. k.dot asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Screen Time Control ships an update every 8 days, k.dot every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Screen Time Control versus k.dot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen Time Controlk.dot
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews97.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 8 days — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.213.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size74 MB76 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSnackTime, Inc.Katsutoshi Hamana

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Screen Time Control

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Plan$5.991 Month
  • Annual Plan3 Days trial$43.991 Year
None

k.dot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Screen Time Control free?
Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is k.dot free?
k.dot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Screen Time Control or k.dot have ads?
Neither Screen Time Control nor k.dot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Screen Time Control or k.dot?
Screen Time Control ships an update every 8 days, and k.dot every 11 days. Most recently, Screen Time Control was updated on October 14, 2026 and k.dot on September 27, 2026.

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