# Timeout vs Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Timeout at none against Screen Time Control's 5. Timeout also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). Screen Time Control's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Timeout asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Timeout against 5.0 for Screen Time Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 3 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | Timeout | Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeout-app-blocker/id6742079522/reviews) | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **3** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Freemium |
| Size | 21 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Lazy Tech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/832775887) | [Yalcin Golayoglu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1607333007) |

## 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


### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-block-app/id6757622975)

Manage your device usage with this app blocker and focus tool. Block distracting applications, set timed focus sessions, and schedule automatic restrictions using native device technology. Track your progress and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocking and locking, Timed focus sessions, Recurring schedules, Statistics and analytics, Preset and custom templates, Smart notifications

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Screen Time Control Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Screen Time Control Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Screen Time Control Premium Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Remove Ads | $1.99 | one-time |
| Screen Time Control Premium | $24.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Timeout free?

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

### Is Screen Time Control free?

Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Timeout or Screen Time Control?

Timeout and Screen Time Control are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 3 ratings respectively.

### Do Timeout or Screen Time Control have ads?

Timeout shows ads; Screen Time Control does not.

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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.*