Hush vs Awaytime
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Hush
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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 youβre ready to return. No subscriptions. No passwords. No judgment. Just space to be present. Whether youβre 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.
Awaytime
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Awaytime is an iPhone screen time blocker for people who want to stop doomscrolling. Block distracting apps and websites, set a daily limit and schedules, and see how your habits change. HOW IT WORKS 1. Choose the apps, app categories and websites you want to block, such as social media, games and news. 2. Set a daily time limit. Once you reach it, your selection stays blocked until the next day. 3. Add schedules for bedtime, work, study or any custom time window. Blocking turns on by itself. 4. Your fox buddy and Brain Health score react as your screen time climbs. Every day you stay under your limit adds to your streak. FOCUS AND INSIGHTS Start a focus timer when you need to get something done. Check your screen time by day, week and month and see whether it is going down. Built for students, professionals, parents and anyone who wants more control over their attention. Free to start: one app group with a daily limit and schedules. Premium adds more app groups and themes. Your attention matters. Awaytime makes scrolling a choice again.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Hush at none against Awaytime's 4. Hush also leads on update cadence (every 8 days vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Awaytime sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Hush asks for nothing beyond the download.
Hush ships an update every 8 days, Awaytime monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 26, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Hush | Awaytime |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days β better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No β better | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad β better |
| Requires iOS | 16.2 β better | 16.6 |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 37 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aeloch Kim | Ahmed Youssif |
In-app purchases
Hush
No in-app purchases
Awaytime
- Awaytime Premium Weekly3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
- Yearly Premium7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- Lifetime Premium$49.99









