Screen Time Buddy vs Doomy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Screen Time Buddy
This app transforms reducing screen time into a fun, game-like experience. It uses app limits, friend accountability, and character progression to help users regain control of their phone usage and improve focus.
- Gamified screen time reduction
- App limits and blocking
- Friend accountability system
- Character progression and evolution
- Weekly leaderboards
- Focus and productivity improvement
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Spending too much time scrolling? Same. Screen Time Buddy turns cutting back into a game you actually want to play -- with friends who keep you honest (and roast you when you slip). 5 to 6 hours. That's how long most of us burn on our phones every day. Not learning something new. Just... scrolling. Screen Time Buddy gives you app limits, friend accountability, character progression, leaderboards, and a coin system that makes putting your phone down feel like winning. Real People, Real Results "Cut my screen time from 6 hours to 2.5 in one week. Game changer." -- Sarah K. "Finally an app that works instead of just nagging me." -- Mike T. "The buddy system is genius. My friends keep me accountable." -- Jess L. "Went from Sloth to Eagle in two weeks." -- Ryan M. Why Screen Time Buddy Works You've tried other screen time apps. They lectured. They nagged. They made you feel bad. Then you deleted them. Screen Time Buddy is different. It's fun. It's social. And it sticks. Your Daily Character Every day, you earn a character based on your screen time. Under 1.5 hours? You're an Eagle. Hit 3 hours? A clever Fox. Panda at 4 hours. Sloth at 5. Which one are you today? Buddy-Powered Accountability Set limits on the apps that steal your time. Hit your limit and they're locked. Need more time? Ask a friend -- they have to approve it. No sneaking. No bypassing. Just real accountability. Climb the Leaderboard See where you rank among your crew. Weekly leaderboards, coins, and friendly competition to keep you motivated. The Results - 92% feel less distracted - 89% report better focus and productivity - 86% say they sleep better What that looks like: more focus at work, better sleep, less "I wasted my whole day" guilt, and actually being present with people you care about. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.powermate.app/privacy-policy Terms & Conditions: https://www.powermate.app/terms-and-conditions Premium Plans Monthly: $59.99 -- Full access with a free first week Yearly: $24.99 -- Full access for 12 months (Save 96%!) Auto-renewing subscriptions. Cancel anytime in your account settings. Payment charged to your Apple Account at purchase. Subscription automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
Doomy
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Doomy needs you. Put. The phone. Down. Meet Doomy, the world's most dramatic screen time blocker. Block distracting apps, cut your doomscrolling, and watch Doomy get happier when you resist the scroll. Let him down, and you'll know it. WHY DOOMY IS DIFFERENT Most screen time apps give you a timer. Doomy gives you guilt. The good kind. So every TikTok spiral and Instagram rabbit hole costs you. Block your apps, protect your time, and actually follow through this time. KEY FEATURES Block Apps & Websites Set limits on social media, games, and any app draining your focus. TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Doomy handles them all. Screen Time Control That Sticks Unlike Apple's built-in screen time, Doomy makes it personal. When your blocker is working, Doomy thrives. Skip it, and he'll let you know. Daily Limits & Schedules Build custom blocking schedules around your day, morning focus blocks, deep work sessions, or a full phone-free night. App Usage Tracker See exactly where your screen time goes. Your stats don't lie, even when you do. Doomscroll Blocker Break the reflex. Doomy intercepts your most distracting habits before they start. Focus Sessions Doomy offers in-app soundscapes to help you while you study or want to get away from the applications, simply set a duration and focus on productive tasks. BUILT & DESIGNED FOR FOCUS. No boring graphs. No corporate wellness energy. Doomy is for the generation that knows they're addicted to their phones and actually wants to do something about it. Whether you're trying to study better, sleep earlier, or just stop opening Instagram for the 47th time today — Doomy keeps you honest. HOW IT WORKS Set up your app blockers and daily screen time limits Stay off blocked apps → Make Doomy proud Slip up → Doomy suffers (you'll feel it) PRIVACY FIRST Doomy uses Apple's Screen Time API. Your data never leaves your device. Start your free trial. Take back your time. Subscription options available. See app for pricing details. Terms & Privacy https://boxillapps.com/doomy/privacy https://boxillapps.com/doomy/terms Support https://boxillapp-policies-terms.vercel.app/pupquest/support
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Doomy at none against Screen Time Buddy's shown. Doomy also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs monthly) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.6). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Screen Time Buddy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and Doomy sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Screen Time Buddy ships an update monthly, Doomy every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Screen Time Buddy | Doomy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (9 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 9 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 4 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 15.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 106 MB | 90 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Power Insights Company | Nolan Boxill |
In-app purchases
Screen Time Buddy
- Powermate Pro monthly3 Days trial$24.991 Month
- Screen Time Buddy Pro Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
Doomy
- Doomy Premium Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Doomy Premium Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year









