# Timeout vs AppShield

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Timeout at 100% against AppShield's 0%. Timeout also leads on rating (5.0 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 1). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AppShield sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $0.99 per year. Timeout asks for nothing beyond the download.

Timeout holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 1.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Timeout's written reviews are positive against 0% of AppShield's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timeout | AppShield |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeout-app-blocker/id6742079522/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appshield-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747419309/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | **Free** |
| Size | 21 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lazy Tech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/832775887) | [Thieu Nguyen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1129993116) |

## What reviewers say

### Timeout

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeout-app-blocker/id6742079522)

This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting applications. It allows you to set up focus sessions, block specific apps, or enable a whitelist mode for essential applications only. Designed for simplicity, it helps you concentrate on important tasks.

**Highlights:** App Blocking, Flexible Timer, Whitelist Mode, Minimal Design, Easy Setup

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### AppShield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appshield-app-blocker-and-focus/id6747419309)

Take control of your screen time with this simple app blocker designed for better focus and balance. Easily block distracting apps by category or individually, and schedule blocking for specific times like study or sleep. Customize your shield screen with your own title, subtitle, and colors to create a personalized blocking experience.

**Highlights:** Block specific apps, Block app categories, Schedule app blocking, Customize shield screen, Simple setup, Focus and balance

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timeout free?

Timeout is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is AppShield free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Timeout or AppShield?

Timeout is rated higher. Timeout averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while AppShield averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Timeout or AppShield have ads?

Both Timeout and AppShield show ads.

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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.*