# Stop Scroll vs Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is rating: Screen Time Control at 5.0 against Stop Scroll's 4.3. Screen Time Control also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 60%). Stop Scroll's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (15 vs 4). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

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

Screen Time Control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 4 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 60% of Stop Scroll's written reviews are positive against 100% of Screen Time Control's.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Stop Scroll | Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-scroll-screen-time/id6738006979/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 31 MB | 52 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | +4 |
| Developer | [Ilya Nikolenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/1726628125) | [Yalcin Golayoglu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1607333007) |

## What reviewers say

### Stop Scroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stop-scroll-screen-time/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 |


### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975)

Take control of your device with this app blocking and focus management tool. Block distracting apps, create timed focus sessions, and schedule automatic restrictions using native technology. Track your progress and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocking and locking, Timed focus sessions, Recurring schedules, Statistics and analytics, Preset and custom templates, Smart notifications, Easy app selection

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screen Time Control Premium Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Time Control Premium Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Screen Time Control Premium Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Screen Time Control Premium | $79.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Stop Scroll free?

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

### Is Screen Time Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Stop Scroll or Screen Time Control?

Screen Time Control is rated higher. Stop Scroll averages 4.3 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while Screen Time Control averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Stop Scroll or Screen Time Control have ads?

Screen Time Control shows ads; Stop Scroll does not.

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

Stop Scroll ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screen Time Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Stop Scroll was updated on November 12, 2026 and Screen Time Control on November 8, 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.*