App Block, Time limits vs Cio
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
App Block, Time limits
This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distractions and building healthier screen habits. It offers scheduled app blocking, daily time limits, and focus sessions to improve productivity and mindfulness.
- Scheduled app and website blocking
- Daily time limits for app usage
- Hard difficulty blocking with no skipping
- Focus sessions with custom app whitelists
- Screen time and notification tracking
- Analysis of productive vs. distractive screen time
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Flow – Take Control of Your Time Flow helps you block distractions, build better screen habits, and focus on what really matters. Whether that means finishing your work, being more present, or cutting down on endless scrolling, Flow gives you the tools to take back control. Block distractions when it counts – Scheduled blocks: Set times when specific apps and websites are automatically blocked. – Time limits: Choose how long you can use an app or website per day before it's locked. – Hard difficulty: No skipping, no turning it off—once active, the block stays in place. – Focus sessions: Block everything except the apps and websites you choose, for a fixed amount of time like 30 minutes or 1 hour. Understand your screen habits – Track your total screen time, pickups, and notifications. – See how much productive and distractive screen time you have. – Learn where your time really goes and start making changes that last. Built for real change it's a powerful, intentional tool for people who want to be more focused, more mindful, and more in control of their digital lives. SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION* A Flow subscription is required to use and enjoy full access to features and content. Terms of use: https://github.com/alcaeusdevelopment/Fokus-Policies/blob/main/Terms-Of-Service.md
Cio
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Cio helps you organize your life with clarity. Combining a smart task manager, a habit tracker, and a dedicated notes space, Cio keeps you focused on your goals without the clutter. KEY FEATURES: • Focus Dashboard: See your "Today" and "Tomorrow" at a glance. • Smart Tasks: Create to-dos with priorities, deadlines, and reminders. • Habit Tracker: Build lasting habits and track your daily streaks. • Power Notes: Capture ideas quickly. Support for bullet points and rich details. • Calendar View: Visualize your schedule effortlessly. • iCloud Sync: Your data syncs automatically across your devices using your personal iCloud account. • Privacy First: We don't see your data. Everything is stored locally on your device and in your private CloudKit container. PREMIUM FEATURES: Cio is free to start (limited to 10 items). Upgrade to Cio Premium to unlock: • Unlimited Tasks & Notes • Unlimited Habits • Custom App Themes & Colors • Detailed Statistics Manage your subscription in your device settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.notion.so/Cio-Privacy-Policy-2c2f568e99bc80e6bb73dc22424ac4a0?source=copy_link
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: Cio at none against App Block, Time limits's shown. Cio also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 8 days). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. App Block, Time limits sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Cio sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
App Block, Time limits ships an update every 8 days, Cio daily. The most recent releases landed on August 25, 2026 and September 16, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | App Block, Time limits | Cio |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | Daily — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.4 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 119 MB | 2 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Alcaeus Development AB | ADRIAN DANIEL CIOC |
In-app purchases
App Block, Time limits
- Fokus Pro - Weekly7 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Flow Pro - Monthly$5.991 Month
- Flow Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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- Flow Pro - Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
- Fokus Pro - App Blocker7 Days trial$59.991 Year
Cio
- Cio Pro Monthly$2.991 Month
- Cio Pro Yearly3 Days trial$19.991 Year









