# FocusFlight vs ScrollBuddy

The clearest difference is review sentiment: FocusFlight at 89% against ScrollBuddy's 0%. FocusFlight also leads on rating (4.9 vs 3.9) and ratings volume (9.4K vs 9). ScrollBuddy's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FocusFlight sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and ScrollBuddy sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

FocusFlight holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: FocusFlight has 9.4K ratings behind it against 9, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 89% of FocusFlight's written reviews are positive against 0% of ScrollBuddy's.

FocusFlight ships an update every 5 days, ScrollBuddy every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | FocusFlight | ScrollBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.9 (9.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusflight-deepfocus-timer/id6648771147/reviews)** | [3.9 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrollbuddy-screen-time/id6749676786/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **9.4K** | 9 |
| Positive reviews | **88.8% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 9 days |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 292 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 26.4 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Cement Planet LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1763773386) | [Aaron Vinod](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809840522) |

## What reviewers say

### FocusFlight

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusflight-deepfocus-timer/id6648771147)

This app combines aviation themes with productivity tools to help users focus. It blocks distracting apps and allows users to track their focus sessions with personalized routes and achievements.

**Highlights:** Personalized focus sessions, Distraction-free "Airplane Mode", App blocking via Screen Time integration, Route tagging and focus data tracking, Virtual flight map and city unlocks, Customizable focus reminders

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Annually | $18.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $18.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $33.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great user experience
- 🚀 Fantastic design and functionality
- 💡 Innovative concept for focus
- 👍 Helps users focus effectively

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Lack of customization options
- 🐛 Issues with changing departure location

**Reported bugs**

- Developer unresponsive to user feedback and inquiries

**Requested features**

- Add more realistic flight simulation elements (e.g., flight paths, altitude, speed)
- Rotate trends page to horizontal layout for better global view
- Allow customization of aircraft types and interface


### ScrollBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrollbuddy-screen-time/id6749676786)

This app helps break addictive scrolling habits by introducing friction and scheduled limits. It allows you to set time budgets for your favorite social apps, offering gentle nudges and optional accountability with a partner. Focus on your well-being and reclaim your time with a kinder system.

**Highlights:** Scheduled time windows for app usage, Daily time budgets for apps, Kind block screens when time is up, Limit multiple social apps in one place, Micro-escape timers for breaks, Optional buddy accountability, Smart nudges and warnings

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| ScrollBuddy Monthly Premium | $12.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| ScrollBuddy Annual Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Good buddy | $4.99 | one-time |
| Great buddy | $9.99 | one-time |
| Best buddy | $17.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FocusFlight free?

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

### Is ScrollBuddy free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FocusFlight or ScrollBuddy?

FocusFlight is rated higher. FocusFlight averages 4.9 out of 5 from 9.4K ratings, while ScrollBuddy averages 3.9 from 9 ratings.

### Do FocusFlight or ScrollBuddy have ads?

Neither FocusFlight nor ScrollBuddy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, FocusFlight or ScrollBuddy?

FocusFlight ships an update every 5 days, and ScrollBuddy every 9 days. Most recently, FocusFlight was updated on October 13, 2026 and ScrollBuddy on October 5, 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.*