# Otium vs TimeGuard

The clearest difference is ads: Otium at none against TimeGuard's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Otium sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and TimeGuard sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | Otium | TimeGuard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/otium-block-apps-easily/id6477548941/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 31 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Philipp Schmid](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630484781) | [Meta Message Communication Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543399289) |

## What reviewers say

### Otium

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/otium-block-apps-easily/id6477548941)

This app helps users reduce screen time and regain focus by setting customizable app restrictions and schedules. It offers multiple modes to suit various needs, from short focus sessions to permanent limitations, all while prioritizing user privacy.

**Highlights:** Customizable app restrictions, Scheduled blocking, Multiple usage modes, Privacy-focused design, User-friendly interface, Digital detox support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Otium Pro (Weekly) | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Otium Pro (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Otium Pro (Annual) | $17.99 | per year |


### TimeGuard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeguard-screen-time-plus-focus/id6739235322)

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PREMIUM | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PREMIUM | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PREMIUM | $7.99 | per month |
| PREMIUM | $7.99 | per month |
| PREMIUM | $49.99 | per year |
| PREMIUM | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Otium free?

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

### Is TimeGuard free?

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

### Do Otium or TimeGuard have ads?

TimeGuard shows ads; Otium does not.

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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.*