Comparison

FocusBubble vs ScrollKick Screen Time Control

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

Head to head
About

FocusBubble

Features
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Staying focused is harder than ever. FocusBubble helps you reclaim your attention by temporarily blocking distracting apps so you can study, work, create, or simply enjoy life without constant interruptions. Choose the apps that steal your time, set a clear end time, and activate your focus session. There is no complicated setup, just immediate control over your digital environment. When your session ends, you receive a gentle notification that reinforces your progress. FocusBubble is built around intentional use. Instead of forcing restrictions, the app encourages conscious decisions. By limiting access to high distraction apps, you create space for deeper focus, clearer thinking, and healthier digital habits. The deadline based system removes countdown pressure and supports committed focus periods. With motivational prompts and simple progress tracking, you stay consistent and strengthen your self discipline over time. Sessions can be ended manually if needed, because flexibility matters in real life. FocusBubble was created from personal experience with digital distraction and is designed to support long term focus, clarity, and balance in a world full of noise. FocusBubble offers optional auto-renewable subscriptions: • FocusBubble Premium Monthly – $1.99 per month • FocusBubble Premium Yearly – $12.99 per year • FocusBubble Lifetime – $29.99 (one-time purchase) Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions by going to your App Store account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://github.com/boazvdp/PRIVACYPOLICY Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ScrollKick Screen Time Control

This app helps you manage your social media usage by setting limits on your scrolling sessions and daily app access. It offers customizable protection levels to interrupt your usage without forcing you to quit entirely, promoting healthier digital habits.

Highlights
  • Session limits for each scrolling session
  • Daily limits and blocked hours
  • Always Blocked for selected apps
  • Four protection levels
  • Custom pause and access timers
  • Screen-time insights
  • Kick Points and progress tracking
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You open social media for one quick check. Half an hour later, you’re still scrolling. ScrollKick helps stop that moment before it happens — without forcing you to quit social media. Set a Session Limit to keep each visit short. Add a Daily Limit, Blocked Hours, or Always Blocked when you want stronger boundaries. BREAK THE SCROLL, NOT YOUR SOCIAL LIFE When a limit is reached, ScrollKick interrupts the scroll. Choose how hard it should be to continue with four protection levels — from a short mindful pause to stronger protection. Temporary access ends automatically, and the app returns to protection. KEY FEATURES • Session limits for each scrolling session • Daily limits and blocked hours • Always Blocked for selected apps • Four protection levels • Custom pause and access timers • Strict Mode for stronger commitment • Screen-time insights • Kick Points and progress tracking Start free with essential protection for one app. ScrollKick Pro unlocks more apps, stronger protection, custom timers, Strict Mode, and extended insights. ScrollKick uses Apple’s Screen Time technology to protect selected apps on your device. Check social media. Don’t get stuck there. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

FocusBubble4 screens
ScrollKick Screen Time Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ScrollKick Screen Time Control at weekly against FocusBubble's every 2 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

Both are free to download. FocusBubble sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and ScrollKick Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusBubble ships an update every 2 weeks, ScrollKick Screen Time Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 17, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
FocusBubble versus ScrollKick Screen Time Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusBubbleScrollKick Screen Time Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size3 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBoaz van der PotIhor Pakhomov

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FocusBubble

Subscriptions2
  • FocusBubble Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
  • FocusBubble Premium Yearly$12.991 Year
One-time1
  • FocusBubble Lifetime$29.99
2 purchases

ScrollKick Screen Time Control

Subscriptions2
  • ScrollKick Pro Monthly$6.991 Month
  • ScrollKick Pro Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is FocusBubble free?
FocusBubble is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScrollKick Screen Time Control free?
ScrollKick Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FocusBubble or ScrollKick Screen Time Control have ads?
Neither FocusBubble nor ScrollKick Screen Time Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusBubble or ScrollKick Screen Time Control?
FocusBubble ships an update every 2 weeks, and ScrollKick Screen Time Control weekly. Most recently, FocusBubble was updated on September 8, 2026 and ScrollKick Screen Time Control on September 17, 2026.

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