Comparison

App Time Limit vs Grip

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

Head to head
About

App Time Limit

This app helps you reduce screen time and build better digital habits by blocking distracting apps and setting usage limits. It offers intentional unblocking methods and a friendly mascot to encourage focus and a more present life.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Set focused schedules
  • Auto-block apps after limits reached
  • Intentional unblocking methods
  • Emergency unlock access
  • Privacy-focused, no ads or tracking
Features
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Screen Leech: App Time Limit Take back control of your time. Screen Leech helps you reduce screen time, stop doomscrolling, and create a more intentional relationship with your apps all without guilt. Built with Apple’s Screen Time API, it works natively and privately to block apps, limit usage, and build better habits. USED BY 100+ USERS TO CUT 3+ HOURS PER DAY • Block distracting apps and websites with smart limits • Set focused schedules for work, study, or sleep • Auto-block apps after screen time is reached • Use difficult unblock methods for intentional access • Stay in control with emergency unlock access • Compatible with iOS 18+ Screen Time API • 100% private – no ads, no tracking, no data sharing BUILT FOR HUMANS, NOT HACKS Meet Leechy, your tiny digital buddy, reminds you of your goals. When you stay focused, Leechy stays calm. When you binge scroll… Leechy devours your time. Screen Leech is your mindfulness-first app blocker — made to help you live more, scroll less. BETTER THAN OPAL, refocus, SCREENZEN, JOMO & FLIPD? We think so. Why? • No forced sign-ups or profiles • Friendly mascot + clean UI • High-friction block options that actually work • Emergency unlock that feels intentional, not guilty • Affordable pricing & localized plans WHO IT’S FOR • Students trying to focus • Creatives managing time • Professionals needing app boundaries • ADHD users looking for friction • Parents modeling digital balance • Anyone tired of doomscrolling & attention traps Stop scrolling. Start living. Download Screen Leech today — the smart, private way to block apps, reclaim your time, and be more present. Requires iOS 18.0 or later Privacy Policy: https://screenleech.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://screenleech.app/terms

About

Grip

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by making distractions costly. It offers instant app blocks, daily limits, and scheduled focus sessions to combat doomscrolling and build better habits. The unique paywall mechanic encourages mindful usage of blocked applications.

Highlights
  • Instant app blocks
  • Daily screen time limits
  • Scheduled focus sessions
  • Paid unblocks for controlled access
  • Customizable unlock limits
  • Automatic block scheduling
Features
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The first app to make distractions costly ($4.99 to access Instagram or TikTok)—get a grip on your life with instant blocks, daily limits, and scheduled focus sessions. As the ultimate screen time control app, Grip helps you block apps, limit screen time, and build better habits. Successful people don't have stronger willpower, they use tools that aggressively protect their time and energy. Grip is that ironclad app blocker for anyone who: - Feels the drain of doomscrolling and excessive screen time - Tried other tools like basic blockers but bypassed them too easily - Wants a system to stop their smartphone from stealing focus Grip turns distractions into a real cost, so you treat your time like it's worth something. Rated 5 stars by users: "Finally, an app that works!" KEY FEATURES: 1. Power Grip: Instant App Blocks: Block distracting apps like Instagram or TikTok immediately for a set duration. Schedule automatic blocks—e.g., no social media for the first 30 minutes after waking up. Perfect for screen time control and daily focus. 2. Iron Grip: Indefinite Blocking with Limits: Apps stay blocked until you choose to unlock. Set custom limits on unlocks per app (frequency) and duration per session, giving you total control over usage. 3. Releases: Paid Unblocks for Controlled Access: Need a quick check? Use Releases—an in-app paid feature—to temporarily access blocked apps. Get 3 free emergency Releases per month with your subscription. This paywall mechanic ensures mindful decisions, unlike easy overrides in other focus apps. Download now and start your free trial! Subscription Terms: Grip offers a 3-day free trial, then $4.99/month or $59.99/year. Cancel anytime in your App Store account settings. LEGAL INFORMATION Terms of Use: https://joingrip.io/terms Privacy Policy: https://joingrip.io/privacy

Screenshots

App Time Limit4 screens
Grip4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Grip at 5.0 against App Time Limit's 4.2. Grip also leads on ratings volume (30 vs 6) and iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). App Time Limit's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. App Time Limit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Grip sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Grip holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Grip has 30 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on September 18, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
App Time Limit versus Grip: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApp Time LimitGrip
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (6 ratings)5.0 (30 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings630 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 2 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.616.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size73 MB37 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPIERCARLO PUCCINI RODRIGUEZJoingrip LLC

Customer experience

App Time Limit

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative16.7%

Grip

All ratings22 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews14 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

4 purchases

App Time Limit

Subscriptions4
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access$7.991 Month
  • Unlimited Access1 Month trial$7.991 Month
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  • Unlimited Access2 variants$59.991 Year
3 purchases

Grip

Subscriptions2
  • Grip: Screen Time Control3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Grip: Screen Time Control3 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • 1 Release$4.99

Questions

Is App Time Limit free?
App Time Limit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Grip free?
Grip is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, App Time Limit or Grip?
Grip is rated higher. App Time Limit averages 4.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Grip averages 5.0 from 30 ratings.
Do App Time Limit or Grip have ads?
Neither App Time Limit nor Grip shows ads.
Which is updated more often, App Time Limit or Grip?
App Time Limit ships an update every 2 weeks, and Grip every 2 weeks. Most recently, App Time Limit was updated on September 18, 2026 and Grip on September 18, 2026.

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