# ScreenFast vs App Blocker

The clearest difference is rating: ScreenFast at 5.0 against App Blocker's 4.6. App Blocker's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScreenFast sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and App Blocker sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScreenFast holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 16 and 37 respectively.

ScreenFast ships an update fortnightly, App Blocker every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScreenFast | App Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (16 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenfast/id6743364997/reviews)** | [4.6 (37 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-blocker-focus-pal/id6751124216/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 16 | **37** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 18 MB | 268 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.2 | **18.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Easlo Pte. Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1800901637) | [Manuel Fessen](https://appshunter.io/developer/1788065349) |

## What reviewers say

### ScreenFast

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenfast/id6743364997)

This app helps you block distracting applications and websites to improve focus. It features a timer to track blocking duration and timed breaks to help you regain concentration. Review your history to monitor progress in managing screen time.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Focus timer with duration tracking, Timed breaks with automatic resume, Screen time history and progress tracking, Customizable blocking sessions

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScreenFast Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| ScreenFast Pro Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| ScreenFast Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


### App Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-blocker-focus-pal/id6751124216)

Reclaim your screen time and build better habits with this app. It helps you step away from distracting applications and create intentional breaks using native system features for a private and reliable experience.

**Highlights:** One-tap focus breaks, Smart scheduling for recurring breaks, App and category blocking, Gentle reminders for healthy breaks, Privacy-first insights and charts, Home and Lock Screen widgets

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $3.99 | per month |
| Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| Pro | $12.99 | per year |
| Pro | $29.99 | per year |
| Pro | $39.99 | per year |
| 60 Credit Pack | $0.99 | one-time |
| Pro | $34.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScreenFast free?

ScreenFast is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is App Blocker free?

App Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, ScreenFast or App Blocker?

ScreenFast is rated higher. ScreenFast averages 5.0 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while App Blocker averages 4.6 from 37 ratings.

### Do ScreenFast or App Blocker have ads?

Neither ScreenFast nor App Blocker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ScreenFast or App Blocker?

ScreenFast ships an update fortnightly, and App Blocker every 4 days. Most recently, ScreenFast was updated on September 22, 2026 and App Blocker on September 29, 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.*