# Subtext vs Unscroll

The clearest difference is monetization model: Subtext at free with in-app purchases against Unscroll's subscription. Subtext also leads on ratings volume (21 vs 2) and iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). Unscroll's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Subtext sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Unscroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Subtext against 5.0 for Unscroll. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Subtext has 21 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Subtext ships an update fortnightly, Unscroll weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Subtext | Unscroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subtext-ai-writing-assistant/id6736559861/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscroll-earn-screen-time/id6759701166/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **21** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 84 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [ANTON LICHT](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772410636) | [Hauer Studios Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1774960396) |

## What reviewers say

### Subtext

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/subtext-ai-writing-assistant/id6736559861)

Enhance your written communication with an AI assistant that helps you compose, refine, and analyze messages. It smooths interactions, removes emotional triggers, and ensures your words are clear, calm, and authentic, fostering better relationships and mental well-being.

**Highlights:** AI message composition and enhancement, Grammar, spelling, and sentence correction, Tone analysis and word tuning, Response and reply generation, Message analysis for triggers and aggression, AI humanizer for natural messaging

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Subscription | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $29.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $49.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $69.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $89.99 | per year |


### Unscroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscroll-earn-screen-time/id6759701166)

This app transforms screen time into earned rewards by having users complete physical exercises. Users set app limits, perform exercises tracked by AI, and earn minutes back to use on desired apps. It offers challenges, leaderboards, and journaling for a balanced digital life.

**Highlights:** AI-powered rep counting, Physical exercise challenges, Screen time rewards, App usage blocking, Gamified progress tracking, Friend leaderboards, Gratitude journaling

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unscroll Premium (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Unscroll Premium (Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Subtext free?

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

### Is Unscroll free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Subtext or Unscroll?

Unscroll is rated higher. Subtext averages 4.9 out of 5 from 21 ratings, while Unscroll averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Subtext or Unscroll have ads?

Subtext shows ads; Unscroll does not.

### Which is updated more often, Subtext or Unscroll?

Subtext ships an update fortnightly, and Unscroll weekly. Most recently, Subtext was updated on October 25, 2026 and Unscroll on October 24, 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.*