# Superhappy Screen Time Blocker vs Before You Scroll

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Before You Scroll at 100% against Superhappy Screen Time Blocker's 60%. Before You Scroll also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Superhappy Screen Time Blocker's advantage is ratings volume (280 vs 3) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.2). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Superhappy Screen Time Blocker sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and Before You Scroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Before You Scroll holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Superhappy Screen Time Blocker has 280 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Superhappy Screen Time Blocker's written reviews are positive against 100% of Before You Scroll's.

Superhappy Screen Time Blocker ships an update fortnightly, Before You Scroll every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 17, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Superhappy Screen Time Blocker | Before You Scroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (280 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superhappy-screen-time-blocker/id6479611902/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/before-you-scroll/id6758368053/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **280** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 59.6% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 43 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.2 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Razzed, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1736539086) | [EJ Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1872580099) |

## What reviewers say

### Superhappy Screen Time Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/superhappy-screen-time-blocker/id6479611902)

This app uses AI and mindfulness techniques to help you reduce screen time. It offers features like app blocking, intentional conversations with an AI coach, and time limits to promote digital detox and focus.

**Highlights:** AI coach for mindful app unlocking, Block distracting apps and websites, Set time limits with automatic lockout, Digital detox and dopamine reset, Customizable app blocking sessions, Track screen time limits and streaks

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Superhappy Pro Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Superhappy Pro Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Superhappy Pro Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Superhappy Pro Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Superhappy Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Superhappy Pro Annual | $59.99 | per year |
| Superhappy Pro Annual | $74.99 | per year |
| Superhappy Pro Annual | $74.99 | per year |
| Superhappy Pro Annual | $74.99 | per year |
| Superhappy Pro Annual | $99.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🧠 AI coach effectively reduces mindless app usage
- 💪 Significant screen time reduction for users
- 🎯 Requires justification before unlocking apps
- 🤖 Meaningful AI conversations and suggestions
- ✨ Helps break social media addiction habits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive subscription pricing ($75-99/year)
- 🚫 Misleading 'free' app advertising
- ⚠️ Only one app blocked without premium
- 🔄 Requires daily app opening to maintain blocks
- 📊 Inaccurate usage tracking and statistics

**Reported bugs**

- App freezes when attempting to unlock
- Blocking stops working if app not opened daily
- AI agent fails and crashes
- Cannot add multiple blocks with paid account
- Automatic blocking feature malfunctions

**Requested features**

- Background blocking without daily app check-in
- Multiple app blocking in free version
- Mac/desktop version support
- Revert changes option for AI customization
- Conditional blocking (e.g., chess app frustration management)


### Before You Scroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/before-you-scroll/id6758368053)

This app introduces a mindful pause before you open other applications, offering a reflective quote based on your mood. After a brief moment of reflection, your chosen apps become accessible, promoting intentional use of your time and digital habits.

**Highlights:** Mood-based quotes, Quote of the Day, App locking via Screen Time, Streaks and achievements, Emergency unlock, Privacy-focused design

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Before You Scroll Premium (Monthly) | $2.99 | per month |
| Before You Scroll (Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Superhappy Screen Time Blocker free?

Superhappy Screen Time Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Before You Scroll free?

Before You Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Superhappy Screen Time Blocker or Before You Scroll?

Before You Scroll is rated higher. Superhappy Screen Time Blocker averages 4.6 out of 5 from 280 ratings, while Before You Scroll averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do Superhappy Screen Time Blocker or Before You Scroll have ads?

Superhappy Screen Time Blocker shows ads; Before You Scroll does not.

### Which is updated more often, Superhappy Screen Time Blocker or Before You Scroll?

Superhappy Screen Time Blocker ships an update fortnightly, and Before You Scroll every 9 days. Most recently, Superhappy Screen Time Blocker was updated on October 14, 2026 and Before You Scroll on October 17, 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.*