Limit vs Timeout
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Limit
This app helps you regain control of your phone usage by setting daily time limits for distracting applications. It blocks apps by default, making each use a conscious decision and helping you improve focus and presence.
- Blocks distracting apps by default
- Set daily time limits
- Mindful app usage tracking
- Behavioral science principles
- Runs quietly in the background
- Promotes focus and presence
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Scrolling steals your time – Limit helps you take it back. Limit transforms how you use your phone through simple, science-based behavioral design. You choose your distractions, set a daily time limit, and go on with your day. Limit blocks those apps by default – so every time you open one, it’s a mindful choice, not a reflex. When you decide to use a distracting app, your time budget starts ticking. When your limit is reached, those apps stay blocked for the rest of the day. You’ll feel the difference in focus, mood, and time – one intentional decision at a time. Why Limit * Blocks distractions by default – every tap becomes intentional. * Set it once, live your day – Limit runs quietly in the background. * Behavioral science built-in – based on proven habit-change principles. * Free – no subscriptions, no upsells, no ads. * Backed by Freedom – trusted by millions for digital well-being and focus. Limit doesn’t shame you for using your phone. It simply helps you stay aware, present, and in control. Whether you want to focus on work, be more present with family, or reclaim creative time, Limit makes it easier to live intentionally. Download Limit and enjoy your apps – mindfully.
Timeout
This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting applications. It allows you to set up focus sessions, block specific apps, or enable a whitelist mode for essential applications only. Designed for simplicity, it helps you concentrate on important tasks.
- App Blocking
- Flexible Timer
- Whitelist Mode
- Minimal Design
- Easy Setup
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Struggling to stay focused? Timeout helps you take control of your time by blocking distracting apps so you can concentrate on what truly matters. Whether you're working, studying, or just need a break from social media, Timeout keeps you on track. Features: - App Blocking – Temporarily block selected apps to eliminate distractions. - Flexible Timer – Start a focus session anytime and regain control over your screen time. - Whitelist Mode – Only allow essential apps while blocking everything else. - Minimal & Easy to Use – No complicated setup—just set your preferences and focus! Take a Timeout from Distractions & Reclaim Your Time! Download Timeout today and boost your productivity! Privacy Policy: https://lazytechllc.com/#/privacy-policy-timeout Terms of Service: https://lazytechllc.com/#/privacy-policy-timeout Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Limit at none against Timeout's shown. Limit also leads on ratings volume (245 vs 2) and monetization model (free vs ad-supported). Timeout's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.6) and review sentiment (100% vs 78%). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
Timeout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Limit has 245 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Limit's written reviews are positive against 100% of Timeout's.
| Parameter | Limit | Timeout |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (245 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 78.1% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 245 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | — |
| Ads | No — better | Yes |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free — better | Ad-supported |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 26 MB | 21 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Eighty Percent Solutions | Lazy Tech LLC |
Customer experience
Limit
Timeout
In-app purchases
Limit
No in-app purchases
Timeout
No in-app purchases
