# Jolt vs Normal

The clearest difference is rating: Normal at 4.9 against Jolt's 4.3. Normal also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Jolt sells 28 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Normal sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $5.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Normal holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 104 and 39 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Jolt's written reviews are positive against 100% of Normal's.

Jolt ships an update every 2 weeks, Normal every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Jolt | Normal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (104 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jolt-screen-time-control/id6738301540/reviews) | **[4.9 (39 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/normal-screen-time-control/id6768861415/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **104** | 39 |
| Positive reviews | 82.2% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 177 MB | 5 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ASAKIRA CONSULTANTS LLP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1780060803) | [Normal Engineering Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896611331) |

## What reviewers say

### Jolt

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jolt-screen-time-control/id6738301540)

This app helps you reduce screen time and build healthier phone habits by blocking distracting apps and setting usage limits. It offers personalized insights, focus sessions, and challenges to keep you motivated and in control of your device.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Set daily duration and open limits for apps, Focus sessions with optional breaks, Customizable schedules and prebuilt templates, Deep Focus Mode with non-bypassable timers, Personalized habit insights and progress tracking, Join global challenges and earn rewards

**In-app purchases (28)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Plan - Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan \| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan - Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan - Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan - Weekly | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan - Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan - Weekly | $8.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro Plan - Monthly - Discounted | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan - Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan - Monthly - T3 D0 | $13.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan - Monthly | $15.00 | per month |
| Pro Plan - Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - T3 D2 | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - T3 D0 | $45.00 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - T3 D1 | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - NY50 | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - NY25 | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - 75 | $49.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - T1 D0 | $51.00 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - T1 D2 | $59.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly | $60.00 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - T2 D0 | $69.99 | per year |
| Pro Plan - Yearly - T1 D1 | $69.99 | per year |
| Hard Mode Sos | $3.00 | one-time |
| Pro Plan \| Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plan \| Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |
| Pro Plan \| Lifetime | $199.99 | one-time |


### Normal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/normal-screen-time-control/id6768861415)

This app helps you reduce phone usage by blocking selected applications by default. To access blocked apps, you must physically scan an NFC tag, QR code, or barcode, or be at a specific location. It offers granular control, timed unblocks, and scheduling to help you regain control of your screen time.

**Highlights:** Block apps via NFC, QR codes, and barcodes, Use any NFC tag, QR code, or barcode, Unblock/block specific apps, Timed unblocks, Scheduling, Granular control, Bypass prevention options

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Support | $5.00 | per month |
| Monthly Support | $10.00 | per month |
| Monthly Support | $20.00 | per month |
| One-time Donation | $5.00 | one-time |
| One-time Donation | $10.00 | one-time |
| One-time Donation | $20.00 | one-time |
| One-time Donation | $50.00 | one-time |
| One-time Donation | $100.00 | one-time |
| One-time Donation | $200.00 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Jolt free?

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

### Is Normal free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Jolt or Normal?

Normal is rated higher. Jolt averages 4.3 out of 5 from 104 ratings, while Normal averages 4.9 from 39 ratings.

### Do Jolt or Normal have ads?

Neither Jolt nor Normal shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Jolt or Normal?

Jolt ships an update every 2 weeks, and Normal every 2 days. Most recently, Jolt was updated on October 4, 2026 and Normal on October 15, 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.*