# LockMyApps Screen Time Control vs Moshen

The clearest difference is ads: Moshen at none against LockMyApps Screen Time Control's shown. Moshen also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 5 weeks) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). LockMyApps Screen Time Control's advantage is ratings volume (295 vs 17). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LockMyApps Screen Time Control sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Moshen sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Moshen holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LockMyApps Screen Time Control has 295 ratings behind it against 17, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 87% of LockMyApps Screen Time Control's written reviews are positive against 89% of Moshen's.

LockMyApps Screen Time Control ships an update every 5 weeks, Moshen every 3 days. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LockMyApps Screen Time Control | Moshen |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (295 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockmyapps-screen-time-control/id6502597150/reviews) | **[4.9 (17 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moshen-screen-time-blocker/id6746318174/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **295** | 17 |
| Positive reviews | 87.3% of reviews | **88.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 60 MB | 132 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andrew Lee](https://appshunter.io/developer/1206652057) | [Joshua Philip Moshes](https://appshunter.io/developer/1816131139) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Moshen

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/moshen-screen-time-blocker/id6746318174)

This app helps you focus by blocking access to other applications. You can earn back screen time by engaging in physical activity, or quickly complete exercises to unlock apps. It also includes tools for note-taking and managing your schedule with AI assistance.

**Highlights:** Screen time blocking for focus, Unlock apps with physical activity, AI-assisted note-taking, Task and event tracking, Screenshot analysis for task entry

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Moshen Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Moshen Pro | $3.99 | per month |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LockMyApps Screen Time Control free?

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

### Is Moshen free?

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

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

Moshen is rated higher. LockMyApps Screen Time Control averages 4.6 out of 5 from 295 ratings, while Moshen averages 4.9 from 17 ratings.

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

LockMyApps Screen Time Control shows ads; Moshen does not.

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

LockMyApps Screen Time Control ships an update every 5 weeks, and Moshen every 3 days. Most recently, LockMyApps Screen Time Control was updated on October 24, 2026 and Moshen on October 24, 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.*