# Screen Time Control vs Focus

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Screen Time Control at 47 against Focus's 1. Focus's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and update cadence (weekly vs every 3 weeks). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Focus holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Time Control has 47 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Screen Time Control ships an update every 3 weeks, Focus weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and November 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Time Control | Focus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (47 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-purefocus/id6737169958/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-lock-in-app-blocker/id6813092476/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **47** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 73 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Dmitry Vanyushkin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1460386228) | [Peru Bikandi Zabala](https://appshunter.io/developer/6813092478) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-purefocus/id6737169958)

Regain control of your time and attention by blocking distracting apps. This tool helps you concentrate on important tasks with flexible blocking options, gamified achievements, and detailed progress tracking. Achieve a more intentional and fulfilling life by reducing unnecessary screen time.

**Highlights:** Flexible app blocking options, Daily session limits, App usage limits, Scheduled blocking, Gamification and achievements, Detailed progress tracking, Customizable interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Plan (1 Month) | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan (1 Year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $34.99 | one-time |


### Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-lock-in-app-blocker/id6813092476)

This app helps you overcome urges and distractions by teaching you to ride them out. It offers guided sessions, app blocking, and night modes to improve focus and build healthy habits. Track your progress with streaks and levels, all while ensuring your privacy.

**Highlights:** Urge management sessions, App blocking, Guided Lock Screen sessions, Night block modes (flexible & strict), Sleep tracking, Streaks and levels, Privacy-focused (no account/server)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Focus Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Time Control free?

Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Focus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Screen Time Control or Focus?

Focus is rated higher. Screen Time Control averages 4.7 out of 5 from 47 ratings, while Focus averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Screen Time Control or Focus have ads?

Neither Screen Time Control nor Focus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Time Control or Focus?

Screen Time Control ships an update every 3 weeks, and Focus weekly. Most recently, Screen Time Control was updated on November 4, 2026 and Focus on November 6, 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.*