Reduce Scrolling vs Goblingo
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Reduce Scrolling
This app helps you regain control over your phone usage by introducing gentle "speed bumps" to encourage mindful app engagement. It offers customizable settings for different applications and schedules to help you reduce distractions and build better digital habits.
- Per-app control with customizable settings
- Live Activity timer for remaining time
- Recharge Time delays to prevent compulsive reopening
- Smart Schedules for automatic app blocking
- Streak tracking for habit momentum
- 7-day free trial
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We get it. You don't want to completely ditch your phone, you just want to stop feeling like it controls you. Maybe you've noticed yourself opening Instagram without even thinking about it. Or you meant to check one thing and suddenly 30 minutes disappeared. Or you feel that little twinge of guilt when you realize you've been scrolling instead of doing... literally anything else. You're not broken. Your phone is just really, really good at grabbing your attention. **WHY BLOCKWISE IS DIFFERENT** We're not here to shame you or lock you out of your apps like you can't be trusted. We built Blockwise because we had the same problem, and we realized that aggressive blocking doesn't actually help you build better habits. It just makes you feel restricted. Instead, Blockwise works with you to create little speed bumps that help you pause and think before you dive into an app. Small changes that actually stick. **WHAT YOU GET** - Per-App Control - Different settings for different apps based on how distracting they are - Live Activity timer - See exaclty how much time you have left while using a distracting app - Recharge Time delays - Prevent compulsive app reopening with customizable wait times - Smart Schedules - Automatic make distracting apps inaccessible during work, sleep, or family time - Streak Tracking - Build momentum with daily success streaks **WHY PEOPLE LOVE BLOCKWISE** "I use it for my ADHD and tendency to doom scroll and lose complete track of time. It's made a HUGE impact for me. 100% recommend!" "My screen time dropped from 8-9 hours, to TWO. I haven't been able to find anything else like it." "This app is fairly new but I'm loving it already. It helps me to cut back on doom scrolling and improve my social media health. Give it a chance!" **THE HONEST TRUTH** Blockwise won't magically fix everything overnight. Building new habits takes time. But if you're tired of feeling like your phone is in charge, this is a really good place to start. And here's the thing: even though finding your perfect routine takes a bit of experimentation, most people start seeing real reductions in their screen time right after setting up their first block. The results can be surprisingly quick. You'll probably slip up sometimes. That's totally normal. The difference is, with Blockwise, you'll have tools that actually help you get back on track instead of just feeling bad about it. **LESS SCROLLING, MORE LIVING** Whether you want to focus better at work, be more present with friends and family, sleep better, or just stop feeling guilty about your screen time, Blockwise can help. Your phone can be a useful tool instead of a time thief. We'll help you get there. **TRY IT FREE FOR 30 DAYS** See if Blockwise clicks for you. If it does, awesome. If not, no hard feelings. **YOUR DATA IS YOURS** We use Apple's Screen Time APIs, which means your data stays on your device. We don't see what you're doing on your phone, and we don't sell your information. **QUESTIONS? WE ANSWER THEM ALL** Seriously, reach out anytime at blockwise.app@gmail.com. We actually read and respond to messages. Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://joinblockr.xyz/privacy/
Goblingo
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Break the habit. Reclaim your time. This is a behavioral tool built to disrupt digital addiction, reduce distractions, and help you stop doomscrolling. Whether you're looking to focus or drastically reduce your phone use, this app gives you the tools to fight back. App Blocking That Works Block specific apps using native Screen Time permissions. Unblocking is no longer a mindless tap. Choose challenges like breathing exercises or typing prompts before access is granted. Designed to prevent impulsive decisions and build friction where it matters. If you're trying to break a habit, we make it harder to give in. Why This App Works This app uses intentional friction to help you change your behavior—not just track it. Blocks are not easily bypassed. Emergency access comes with a cost. It’s a straightforward system: block the trigger, build the friction, and regain your focus. Who It’s For Students trying to stop scrolling during study sessions. Anyone sick of mindless usage and ready to do something about it. Build Better Digital Habits, One Day at a Time Whether you're chasing productivity, peace, or self-control, this is the toolkit you've been missing. Get subscribed and get access to all features in the app. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/Privacy-Policy-Goblingo-23fab2c342298032b578edfddf90464f?source=copy_link
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Goblingo at every 8 days against Reduce Scrolling's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, 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. Reduce Scrolling sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per year and Goblingo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Reduce Scrolling ships an update every 3 weeks, Goblingo every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Reduce Scrolling | Goblingo |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (4 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 4 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 8 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 17.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 76 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | Ko LiChung | MerchzDeals LLC |
In-app purchases
Reduce Scrolling
- Unlimited access2 variants$9.991 Year
- Unlimited3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- Unlimited Access$19.991 Year
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- Unlimited access$22.991 Year
- Unlimited Access$29.991 Year
- Unlimited Access3 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Unlimited access$39.991 Year
- Unlimited Access7 Days trial$44.991 Year
- Unlimited Access7 Days trial$89.991 Year
Goblingo
- Monthly Access$8.991 Month
- Annual Access$29.991 Year









