# LIMIT vs LockMyApps Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is review sentiment: LockMyApps Screen Time Control at 87% against LIMIT's 57%. LockMyApps Screen Time Control also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (287 vs 22). LIMIT's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 5 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LIMIT sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and LockMyApps Screen Time Control sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LockMyApps Screen Time Control holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LockMyApps Screen Time Control has 287 ratings behind it against 22, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 57% of LIMIT's written reviews are positive against 87% of LockMyApps Screen Time Control's.

LIMIT ships an update every 2 days, LockMyApps Screen Time Control every 5 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LIMIT | LockMyApps Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (22 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-time-control/id6502518373/reviews) | **[4.6 (287 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockmyapps-screen-time-control/id6502597150/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 22 | **287** |
| Positive reviews | 57.1% of reviews | **87.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 days** | Every 5 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 81 MB | 60 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Deep Vision Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1657128076) | [Andrew Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/1206652057) |

## What reviewers say

### LIMIT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/limit-screen-time-control/id6502518373)

This app helps you regain control over your device usage by blocking distracting apps and setting time limits. It aims to reduce screen time, limit procrastination, and boost productivity for a healthier digital life.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Set time limits for apps, Reduce overall screen time, Limit procrastination, Increase productivity, Create digital boundaries, Schedule downtime

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Limit Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Limit Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Limit Premium | $39.99 | one-time |


### LockMyApps Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockmyapps-screen-time-control/id6502597150)

This app helps you reduce screen time and boost productivity by blocking selected applications for set durations. Utilize focus timers, daily limits, and scheduled blocking to minimize distractions and "doom scrolling."

**Highlights:** Set productivity timers to block apps, Reduce screen time, Minimize "doom scrolling", Block apps temporarily, Add daily time limits, Schedule app blocking, Lock Now feature for short focus

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LockMyApps Pro 1 Week | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMyApps Pro 1 Week | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMyApps Pro 1 Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMyApps Pro 1 Week | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMyApps Premium: 1 Week | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| LockMyApps Premium: Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| LockMyApps Premium: Discount | $19.99 | per year |
| LockMyApps: Premium | $34.99 | per year |
| LockMyApps: Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| LockMyApps: Premium | $44.99 | per year |
| LockMyApps: Premium | $59.99 | per year |
| LockMyApps Premium: 1 Year | $69.99 | per year |
| LockMyApps Premium: Lifetime | Free | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Helps with productivity and focus
- 🚀 Easy to use and set up
- 💰 Free app with no ads
- 🔒 Effectively locks apps to limit usage

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional freezing or glitches
- 🔒 Limited ability to select multiple apps to lock at once
- 🕰️ Issues with recurring lock schedules not working as expected

**Reported bugs**

- App thinks it's a different day, affecting lock schedules
- Inability to select apps to lock on certain days

**Requested features**

- Add option to hide/make locked apps invisible
- Allow setting different lock schedules for different apps
- Include a widget for quick access to locking features


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LIMIT free?

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

### Is LockMyApps Screen Time Control free?

LockMyApps Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, LIMIT or LockMyApps Screen Time Control?

LockMyApps Screen Time Control is rated higher. LIMIT averages 4.3 out of 5 from 22 ratings, while LockMyApps Screen Time Control averages 4.6 from 287 ratings.

### Do LIMIT or LockMyApps Screen Time Control have ads?

Both LIMIT and LockMyApps Screen Time Control show ads.

### Which is updated more often, LIMIT or LockMyApps Screen Time Control?

LIMIT ships an update every 2 days, and LockMyApps Screen Time Control every 5 weeks. Most recently, LIMIT was updated on September 24, 2026 and LockMyApps Screen Time Control on October 9, 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.*