# StopScroll Screen Time Control vs Capture Journals

The clearest difference is rating: StopScroll Screen Time Control at 4.3 against Capture Journals's 3.0. StopScroll Screen Time Control also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 4 months) and ratings volume (15 vs 2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StopScroll Screen Time Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Capture Journals sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

StopScroll Screen Time Control holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: StopScroll Screen Time Control has 15 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of StopScroll Screen Time Control's written reviews are positive against 50% of Capture Journals's.

StopScroll Screen Time Control ships an update fortnightly, Capture Journals every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StopScroll Screen Time Control | Capture Journals |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopscroll-screen-time-control/id6738006979/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capture-journals/id6749581924/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | **60.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 30 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ilya Nikolenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726628125) | [Capture Journals](https://appshunter.io/developer/1831289124) |

## What reviewers say

### StopScroll Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stopscroll-screen-time-control/id6738006979)

This app helps you reduce digital distractions and build healthier screen time habits by blocking apps and setting custom limits. It leverages native device technology to provide insights into your usage and create focused sessions for work, study, or better sleep.

**Highlights:** App Blocking, Focus Mode, Screen Time Reports, Automations & Shortcuts, Custom Schedules, Privacy First Design

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Stop Scroll Pro (1 week) | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Stop Scroll Pro (1 week) | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Stop Scroll Pro (1 year) | $17.99 | per year |
| Stop Scroll Pro (1 year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Aegis Pro Lifetime | $59.99 | one-time |


### Capture Journals

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/capture-journals/id6749581924)

This app bridges the gap between handwritten notes and digital organization. It allows users to digitize handwritten entries via photos, record voice notes, and type directly, all within a unified, searchable archive. Discover patterns and sync across devices to preserve your thoughts and track personal growth.

**Highlights:** Digitize handwritten notes with OCR, Record and transcribe voice notes, Type and organize digital entries, Customizable journal structures, Unified, searchable archive, Cross-device synchronization

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Annually | $108.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StopScroll Screen Time Control free?

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

### Is Capture Journals free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StopScroll Screen Time Control or Capture Journals?

StopScroll Screen Time Control is rated higher. StopScroll Screen Time Control averages 4.3 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Capture Journals averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do StopScroll Screen Time Control or Capture Journals have ads?

Neither StopScroll Screen Time Control nor Capture Journals shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StopScroll Screen Time Control or Capture Journals?

StopScroll Screen Time Control ships an update fortnightly, and Capture Journals every 4 months. Most recently, StopScroll Screen Time Control was updated on September 11, 2026 and Capture Journals on September 19, 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.*