Reduce Scrolling vs AI Detox
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/
AI Detox
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Are you spending too many hours talking to AI bots? Is your screen time dominated by AI companions, endless generative scrolling, or ChatGPT? It’s time to step back into the real world. AI Detox is the first specialized app blocker and digital wellbeing assistant designed exclusively to help you break free from Artificial Intelligence addiction. Whether you're hooked on Character.ai, Replika, Talkie, or spending too much time generating content, AI Detox gives you the strict boundaries you need. WHY DO YOU NEED AN AI DETOX? AI companions and chatbots are designed to be highly engaging, making it incredibly easy to lose track of time. AI Detox helps you overcome this specific modern addiction with strict locking mechanics and real-world focus tools. KEY FEATURES: BLOCK AI APPS INSTANTLY Specifically target and block your most distracting AI applications. Prevent yourself from opening them when you should be sleeping, studying, or working. HARDCORE FOCUS MODE (PRO) Need to break the loop right now? Enable Hardcore Mode. Once started, you cannot cancel the timer or access your blocked AI apps. It’s the ultimate willpower booster. TRACK YOUR "AI-FREE" TIME Monitor your progress with beautifully designed, easy-to-read charts. See exactly how much time you’ve saved by avoiding AI chats and watch your daily digital wellbeing improve. GAMIFIED RECOVERY (COMING SOON) Grow your own digital garden by staying away from AI. Every successful detox session plants a beautiful tree. Open a blocked AI app, and your tree dies. Reconnect with nature, virtually and in reality! AI DETOX PRO Upgrade to Premium to unlock your full potential and beat the algorithm: Unlimited AI App Blocks Hardcore Mode (Unstoppable Detox Sessions) Advanced AI Usage Analytics Exclusive Garden Trees (Coming Soon) Break the illusion and reclaim your reality. Download AI Detox now and start your journey towards a healthier, human-centered life. Subscription is available monthly. The fee will be charged to your iTunes account after the purchase is made. Your membership is automatically renewed 24 hours before your membership period expires at the previously purchased price. To avoid auto-renewal, cancel your membership at least 24 hours before the period ends. You can manage or cancel your auto-renewing membership by going to the user settings in iTunes after purchasing the app. End User License Agreement : https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: AI Detox at 3 against Reduce Scrolling's 1. AI Detox also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 18.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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 AI Detox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Reduce Scrolling | AI Detox |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 13.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 80 MB | 36 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ko LiChung | Oguzhan YILDIRIM |
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
AI Detox
- Monthly$6.991 Month
- One Year$39.991 Year









