Comparison

Hush vs Screen Time Control

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

Head to head
About

Hush

Features
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Take back control of your time. Hush is a free screen time app that helps you focus by blocking distracting apps β€” instantly. Pair it with our NFC-powered Hush token to lock social media and other time-wasting apps with a single tap. Tap again when you’re ready to return. No subscriptions. No passwords. No judgment. Just space to be present. Whether you’re working, creating, studying, or spending time with people you care about β€” Hush helps you stay present and in control. Why Hush? β€’ One-tap Focus Mode (powered by your Hush token) β€’ Instantly block social media and distractions β€’ Stay mindful without being tracked β€’ Built for creators, freelancers & digital minimalists β€’ Stylish. Simple. Affordable. Private & Safe We use Apple's Screen Time API in order to monitor and block apps you use. Unlike most apps, we don't ask for your email, or creating an account. All your data never leaves your device.

About

Screen Time Control

Features
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PetACat – Stay Focused with Cute Cats! Do you get distracted by social media or other apps when you need to focus? PetACat helps you stay on track in the cutest way possible! How It Works: β€’ Select the apps you want to restrict. β€’ Set a time limit for how long you can use them. β€’ When you try to open a restricted app, you must pet a cat and take a photo to unlock it! Key Features: β€’ Prevent access to selected apps until you interact with a cat. β€’ Advanced image recognition to confirm genuine cat petting. β€’ Set personalized unlock durations to suit your routine. Stay productive while enjoying adorable cat moments! Download PetACat now and make your screen time more mindful with a fluffy little challenge! Privacy Policy: https://petacat.app/#privacy-policy Terms of Use: https://petacat.app/#terms-conditions Need help or have a question? Contact us at tolunaykandirmaz@gmail.com

Screenshots

Hush4 screens
Screen Time Control3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hush at none against Screen Time Control's 2. On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Hush asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Hush ships an update every 8 days, Screen Time Control weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Hush versus Screen Time Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterHushScreen Time Control
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 8 daysWeekly β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.216.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size6 MB14 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAeloch KimTolunay Kandirmaz

In-app purchases

None

Hush

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Screen Time Control

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$7.991 Month
  • Annual Premium3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Hush free?
Hush is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Screen Time Control free?
Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Hush or Screen Time Control have ads?
Neither Hush nor Screen Time Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Hush or Screen Time Control?
Hush ships an update every 8 days, and Screen Time Control weekly. Most recently, Hush was updated on October 9, 2026 and Screen Time Control on October 10, 2026.

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