Comparison

Punch Time vs apptoken

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

Head to head
About

Punch Time

This app allows users to create and customize timers within specific groups for various activities. It facilitates collaborative time management by enabling users to share these groups with others and receive timely notifications.

Highlights
  • Group-based timers
  • Customizable alerts
  • Shareable groups
  • Push notifications
  • Intuitive interface
Features
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Effortlessly manage your time with Punchtime! - Create and customize groups for work, hobbies, and more. - Set timers within each group with flexible durations and customizable alerts. - Share your groups with friends and family for collaborative time management. - Receive notifications and vibrations when timers expire or warnings trigger. - Simple and intuitive interface makes time management a breeze. - Download Punchtime today and take control of your time! Key Features: - Group-based timers - Customizable alerts - Shareable groups - Push notifications - Vibrations - Intuitive interface Perfect for clubs, study groups, cooking, gaming, and more!

About

apptoken

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Apptoken helps you create real friction before opening distracting apps. Instead of relying on willpower, Apptoken lets you create blocking profiles, choose the apps and websites you want to restrict, and start focused sessions using Apple's Screen Time controls. When you need access again, unlock using the method that fits your setup: NFC token, QR code, timer, schedule, widget, or manual control. Apptoken is free. There are no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, no paywall, and no account required. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create a blocking profile 2. Select distracting apps and websites 3. Grant Screen Time permission 4. Start a blocking session 5. Unlock only when you choose to BUILT FOR PRACTICAL FOCUS Apptoken is designed for people who want a stronger boundary than a reminder, but still need controlled access when life happens. Use it to: - Reduce mindless scrolling - Protect work and study blocks - Build better phone habits - Keep social apps out of easy reach - Add physical friction with an NFC token - Use a QR code as a simple unlock method - Schedule recurring focus time - Control active sessions from widgets UNLOCK OPTIONS NFC unlock Pair blocking with a physical NFC tag or token so access requires a deliberate tap. QR unlock Use a QR code as a lightweight unlock method when you want separation without extra setup. Timers Start timed sessions and return to your selected restrictions when the session ends. Schedules Create recurring blocks for work, school, mornings, evenings, or any routine you want to protect. Widgets and Live Activities Control active sessions and keep track of focus time from the places you already use on iPhone. PRIVACY-FIRST BY DEFAULT Apptoken does not require an account. Your profiles, selected restrictions, NFC and QR identifiers, schedules, timers, and session history are stored locally on your device or in the app group container used by the app and its extensions. The app does not use third-party app analytics, advertising SDKs, behavioral tracking, subscriptions, or in-app purchases. REQUIREMENTS Apptoken uses Apple's Screen Time, Family Controls, Managed Settings, Device Activity, NFC, Camera, WidgetKit, Live Activities, and Background Tasks frameworks to provide blocking and unlock features. You can revoke app permissions at any time in iOS Settings. Apptoken is developed by Fokusbloks Oy. Support: benjam@fokusbloks.com Website: apptoken.co

Screenshots

Punch Time4 screens
apptoken2 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: apptoken at Free against Punch Time's $2.99. Punch Time's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On update cadence 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

apptoken is free to download; Punch Time costs $2.99 up front. apptoken sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Punch Time asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Punch Time ships an update every 2 weeks, apptoken every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 5 level
Punch Time versus apptoken: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPunch Timeapptoken
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size34 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJordan WagnerFokusbloks Oy

In-app purchases

None

Punch Time

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

apptoken

One-time1
  • QR Unlock License$8.99

Questions

Is Punch Time free?
Punch Time costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is apptoken free?
apptoken is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Punch Time or apptoken have ads?
Neither Punch Time nor apptoken shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Punch Time or apptoken?
Punch Time ships an update every 2 weeks, and apptoken every 3 weeks. Most recently, Punch Time was updated on October 8, 2026 and apptoken on October 25, 2026.

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