# App Time Limit vs Grip

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | App Time Limit | Grip |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-time-limit-screen-leech/id6743212513/reviews) | **[5.0 (30 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grip-screen-time-control/id6744878853/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **30** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 73 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | **16.6** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIERCARLO PUCCINI RODRIGUEZ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1801929378) | [Joingrip LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809720479) |

## What reviewers say

### App Time Limit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-time-limit-screen-leech/id6743212513)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Access | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Access | $7.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $7.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Access | $59.99 | per year |


### Grip

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/grip-screen-time-control/id6744878853)

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:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Grip: Screen Time Control | $4.99 | per month |
| Grip: Screen Time Control | $59.99 | per year |
| 1 Release | $4.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*