# Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker vs Routine Timer

The clearest difference is rating: Routine Timer at 5.0 against Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker's 4.2. Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (21 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Routine Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Routine Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker has 21 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker ships an update weekly, Routine Timer every 3 months. The most recent releases landed on September 3, 2026 and September 18, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker | Routine Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-detox-adhd-appblocker/id6532588334/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/routine-timer-repeat-reminder/id6775730752/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 208 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ScreenSense Studios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1155118787) | [Prioton LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1893376963) |

## What reviewers say

### Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-detox-adhd-appblocker/id6532588334)

This app helps you reclaim focus by creating intentional boundaries around app usage and digital habits. It allows you to block distracting apps, schedule breaks, and run focus sessions to reduce stimulation and improve concentration.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Schedule recurring breaks, Run quick focus sessions, Create multiple detox periods, Detox Ladder Challenge for habit building, Flexible detox scheduling

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Detox Plus Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Detox Plus Yearly + Trial | $24.99 | per year |
| Detox Plus Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Detox - Early Unlock Token | $5.00 | one-time |
| Detox - Early Unlock Token | $10.00 | one-time |
| Detox - Early Unlock Token | $25.00 | one-time |
| Detox - Early Unlock Token | $50.00 | one-time |
| Detox - Early Unlock Token | $100.00 | one-time |


### Routine Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/routine-timer-repeat-reminder/id6775730752)

This app helps you stay on track with any routine by repeating custom intervals. Set durations, breaks, and receive alerts with sound and vibration, even when your phone is locked. It's ideal for hydration, workouts, study sessions, and more.

**Highlights:** Repeat any interval, Optional breaks, Fixed or infinite loops, Sound and vibration alerts, Active hours scheduling, Light and dark themes

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $9.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker free?

Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Routine Timer free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker or Routine Timer?

Routine Timer is rated higher. Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker averages 4.2 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Routine Timer averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker or Routine Timer have ads?

Neither Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker nor Routine Timer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker or Routine Timer?

Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker ships an update weekly, and Routine Timer every 3 months. Most recently, Digital Detox ADHD AppBlocker was updated on September 3, 2026 and Routine Timer on September 18, 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.*
