Comparison

Applimits vs Social Limit

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

Head to head
About

Applimits

Features
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Can't focus? Keep reaching for your phone? Solve these problems now! Applimits is a powerful app blocker designed for those who are serious about staying focused. 【Perfect for】 ・Students and professionals studying for exams or certifications ・Those who can't resist checking social media or games during work ・Anyone wanting to break free from phone addiction ・People losing sleep from late-night phone scrolling 【Key Features】 ■ Usage Time Limits (Up to 6 schedules on paid plan) Set specific apps and daily time limits for each day of the week. Automatic enforcement keeps you on track. ■ Instant Block Use flexible timers to manage work and study sessions. Selected apps become inaccessible while the timer runs. ■ Scheduled Restrictions Block specific apps during certain hours, like before bedtime or during study time. Keep essential apps accessible while eliminating distractions. ■ Hard Lock Mode (Premium) Completely lock settings and timers. No relying on willpower—make it physically impossible to disable restrictions. This prevents the "just this once" temptation. 【Use Cases】 ・Block social media and games completely during exam prep ・Auto-restrict YouTube and TikTok 2 hours before bedtime ・Guarantee 3 hours of daily study time until your certification exam For those who find Screen Time insufficient and are serious about focus. Let Applimits help you accomplish what needs to be done. Terms of Use: https://applimits.com/en/termsofuse Privacy Policy: https://applimits.com/en/privacypolicy

About

Social Limit

This app helps you regain focus by restricting access to distracting applications. You can set specific rules, like completing tasks or waiting a set time, before these apps become available again. It's designed to help you reduce screen time and build healthier digital habits.

Highlights
  • Lock distracting apps
  • Unlock via tasks or timers
  • Integrate Apple Health goals
  • Build daily focus routines
  • Receive commitment reminders
  • Simple setup
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Social Limit helps you stay focused by locking selected apps until you complete meaningful actions. Instead of relying on willpower alone, you create clear rules for when distracting apps become available again. Whether you want to reduce screen time, break procrastination, or build healthier routines, Social Limit gives you a structured way to stay on track. Key Features: -Lock apps that distract you most -Unlock access by completing tasks, waiting timers, or hitting daily goals -Use Apple Health step goals for movement-based unlocks -Build daily focus routines that fit your schedule -Get reminders that keep you committed -Clean, simple setup designed for everyday use Take back control of your attention and make progress on what matters most with Social Limit.

Screenshots

Applimits4 screens
Social Limit3 screens

Verdict

The call

Applimits and Social Limit are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Applimits sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Social Limit sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Applimits ships an update every 10 days, Social Limit every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 10, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Applimits versus Social Limit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApplimitsSocial Limit
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 10 daysEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.416.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size18 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperButterFalconMuhammad Umar

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Applimits

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
1 purchases

Social Limit

One-time1
  • Emergency Shield Unlock$0.69

Questions

Is Applimits free?
Applimits is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Social Limit free?
Social Limit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Applimits or Social Limit have ads?
Neither Applimits nor Social Limit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Applimits or Social Limit?
Applimits ships an update every 10 days, and Social Limit every 6 days. Most recently, Applimits was updated on October 10, 2026 and Social Limit on September 28, 2026.

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