# LookUp vs Sentence

LookUp and Sentence both sit at 5.0 stars, but that hides the real split: 100% of LookUp's written reviews are positive against 60% of Sentence's. LookUp also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.0). Sentence's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (11 vs 3). On price, rating, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LookUp sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Sentence sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for LookUp against 5.0 for Sentence. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 11 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of LookUp's written reviews are positive against 60% of Sentence's.

LookUp ships an update every 10 days, Sentence every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | LookUp | Sentence |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lookup-block-apps-and-focus/id6742800483/reviews) | [5.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sentence-screen-time-control/id6759405604/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 3 | **11** |
| Positive reviews | **100.0% of reviews** | 60.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 131 MB | 19 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CodedHarmony Technologies](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789000287) | [Daksh Kaushik](https://appshunter.io/developer/1868343853) |

## What reviewers say

### LookUp

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lookup-block-apps-and-focus/id6742800483)

This app helps you reclaim your time by blocking distracting applications and setting daily screen time goals. It provides detailed reports on your usage and allows you to earn screen time by engaging with beneficial activities.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Set daily screen time goals, Detailed screen time reports, Earn screen time with healthy habits, Private by design, Unlimited app blocking (premium)

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Plan | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Plan | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Plan | $49.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Plan | $59.99 | one-time |


### Sentence

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sentence-screen-time-control/id6759405604)

This app introduces a unique approach to screen time management by requiring users to handwrite and scan a sentence to unlock blocked applications. It aims to create a deliberate pause between impulse and action, offering a robust system for managing digital distractions.

**Highlights:** Handwritten sentence scanning for app unlock, Block specific apps or categories, Customizable time-based schedules, Multiple block group configurations, Zen Mode to prevent app deletion, Choice of sentence prompts (enquiry, affirmation, literature, roasting, custom)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual Premum | $9.99 | per year |
| Annual Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Premium | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LookUp free?

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

### Is Sentence free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LookUp or Sentence?

LookUp and Sentence are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 11 ratings respectively.

### Do LookUp or Sentence have ads?

LookUp shows ads; Sentence does not.

### Which is updated more often, LookUp or Sentence?

LookUp ships an update every 10 days, and Sentence every 8 days. Most recently, LookUp was updated on October 30, 2026 and Sentence on November 13, 2026.

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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.*