Comparison

Limit vs Lofumi

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

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.

Highlights
  • 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.

About

Lofumi

Enhance your focus with a customizable timer and soothing LoFi music. Study or work in a calming, animated environment with a character that grows with you. Track your progress and block distractions for a more productive session.

Highlights
  • Customizable focus timer
  • Soothing LoFi music
  • Animated study environment
  • Distraction blocking
  • Progress tracking and stats
  • Customizable playlists
  • Adjustable weather and time of day
Features
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With Lofumi, you can create your own custom focus timer and study alongside our lovingly animated character, “Lofumi”. What you can expect: • Soothing LoFi music to help you concentrate • A calm and cozy atmosphere for studying or working • A beautifully animated room with changing visual details • Stats, streaks, and much more • Track what matters to you with custom tags Create your personalized focus experience: Not only can you customize your timer, but also the mood of your study environment. • Change the weather and time of day to suit your vibe • Build your own LoFi playlists How it works: • Set your desired focus time • Start the timer • Stay focused and get things done Why Lofumi? • A clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed interface • A calm and cozy atmosphere for studying or working • Frequent updates with new features, content, and improvements • Lofumi can block your distracting apps while studying We’ve just started our journey with Lofumi – that’s why we’re constantly working to make the app better. Expect regular updates with exciting new features and bug fixes. Subscription Info (Monthly & Yearly): The optional PRO subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage or turn off auto-renew in your Apple account settings at any time. By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Join the #lofumi community and find your focus – every day. Contact Got questions or need help? Feel free to reach out to us: support@lofumi.com Terms of Service: https://lofumi.com/lofumi_termsofservice_en.html Privacy Policy: https://lofumi.com/lofumi_privacy_en.html

Screenshots

Limit4 screens
Lofumi4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Limit at none against Lofumi's 5. Limit also leads on ratings volume (265 vs 46). Lofumi's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 6 weeks). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Lofumi sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Limit asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Limit against 4.7 for Lofumi. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Limit has 265 ratings behind it against 46, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 79% of Limit's written reviews are positive against 75% of Lofumi's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Limit ships an update every 6 weeks, Lofumi weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Limit versus Lofumi: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLimitLofumi
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (265 ratings)4.7 (46 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.8% of reviews — better75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings265 — better46
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.616.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB143 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperEighty Percent SolutionsMarc Sogl

Customer experience

Limit

All ratings245 ratings
Positive91.0%
Neutral4.1%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews33 reviews
Positive78.8%
Neutral6.1%
Negative15.2%

Lofumi

All ratings35 ratings
Positive91.4%
Neutral5.7%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral8.3%
Negative16.7%

In-app purchases

None

Limit

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Lofumi

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly PRO7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly PRO7 Days trial$9.991 Year
One-time3
  • New Character - Dog$0.99
  • New Character - Panda$0.99
  • Lifetime PRO$19.99

Questions

Is Limit free?
Limit is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Lofumi free?
Lofumi is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Limit or Lofumi?
Lofumi is rated higher. Limit averages 4.6 out of 5 from 265 ratings, while Lofumi averages 4.7 from 46 ratings.
Do Limit or Lofumi have ads?
Neither Limit nor Lofumi shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Limit or Lofumi?
Limit ships an update every 6 weeks, and Lofumi weekly. Most recently, Limit was updated on October 25, 2026 and Lofumi on October 23, 2026.

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