# ScreenMindful vs TimeGuard

The clearest difference is ads: ScreenMindful at none against TimeGuard's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScreenMindful sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and TimeGuard sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScreenMindful | TimeGuard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenmindful-digital-detox/id6738640576/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **1** | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 76 MB | 125 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [榕 陈](https://appshunter.io/developer/1758517657) | [Meta Message Communication Technology Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543399289) |

## What reviewers say

### ScreenMindful

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenmindful-digital-detox/id6738640576)

This app helps you reduce mindless scrolling with gentle, game-like pauses. It uses CBT principles and mini-games to break dopamine loops, allowing you to make intentional choices about app usage. Track your progress and understand your digital triggers without guilt.

**Highlights:** Calming mini-games for app access, Emotion logging to understand triggers, CBT-powered AI coaching, ADHD-friendly interface, Kind analytics for progress tracking, Gentle friction to break scrolling habits

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly PRO | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime PRO | $59.99 | one-time |


### TimeGuard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeguard-screen-time-plus-focus/id6739235322)

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

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PREMIUM | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PREMIUM | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| PREMIUM | $7.99 | per month |
| PREMIUM | $7.99 | per month |
| PREMIUM | $49.99 | per year |
| PREMIUM | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScreenMindful free?

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

### Is TimeGuard free?

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

### Do ScreenMindful or TimeGuard have ads?

TimeGuard shows ads; ScreenMindful does not.

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