Comparison

Blackout vs ProtocolTrackerLab

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

Head to head
About

Blackout

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting applications and enforcing focused sessions. Its intense, no-excuses timer promotes discipline for studying, working, or taking a break from your phone.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Uninstall protection
  • One-tap focus activation
  • Intense, no-excuses timer
  • Discipline and focus enhancement
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Take control of your screen time with Blackout – the ultimate hardcore screen time app. Block distracting apps, activate uninstall protection, and lock in with a single tap. Whether you’re studying, working, or just need a break from your phone, Blackout’s intense, no-excuses timer helps you stay disciplined and focused like never before. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ProtocolTrackerLab

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ProtocolTrackerLab helps you follow lab protocols step-by-step without losing your place. • Import protocols from PDF • Review and edit steps before saving • Start an experiment and track completed steps • View all steps anytime and jump to a specific step • Keep a history of your completed experiment runs All data is stored locally on your device.

Screenshots

Blackout4 screens
ProtocolTrackerLab4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ProtocolTrackerLab at none against Blackout's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Blackout sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. ProtocolTrackerLab asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Blackout versus ProtocolTrackerLab: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlackoutProtocolTrackerLab
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (12 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings12 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size131 MB2 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVC Studios LLCMehmet Ali Okay

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Blackout

Subscriptions3
  • Blackout Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Blackout Annual$19.991 Year
  • Blackout Annual Subscription7 Days trial$29.991 Year
None

ProtocolTrackerLab

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blackout free?
Blackout is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ProtocolTrackerLab free?
ProtocolTrackerLab is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Blackout or ProtocolTrackerLab have ads?
Neither Blackout nor ProtocolTrackerLab shows ads.

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