Comparison

AI Screen Time vs Koala

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

Head to head
About

AI Screen Time

Features
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Take Control of Your Screen Time & Build Better Habits with Focus Mama AI Feeling distracted by your phone? Want to boost productivity, reduce social media use, or help your family develop healthy digital habits? Focus Mama AI is your smart, chat-based coach for screen time management, habit tracking, and digital wellbeing. Not just another app blocker or parental control toolβ€”Focus Mama AI helps you: - Limit app usage (social media, games, entertainment) - Break phone addiction and reduce distractions - Build and track positive habits - Achieve personal and study goals - Stay accountable with AI-powered motivation Key Features - AI Chat Coach: Get encouragement, set goals, and request extra app time through natural conversation. - Smart Screen Time Limits: Set daily limits for specific apps or categories using Apple’s Screen Time API. - Goal & Habit Tracker: Link app limits to real-life goals and habits for extra motivation. - Reward-Based Unlocks: Earn extra app time by completing habits or goals. - Insightful Stats: Visualize your app usage, habit streaks, and progress. - Privacy-First: All data stays private and secure on your device. Perfect For: - Students: Beat procrastination and study smarter. - Professionals: Boost focus and productivity. - Parents: Encourage healthy device use for kids. - Anyone: Seeking digital balance and mindful phone use. Break free from distraction and make time for what matters. Download Focus Mama AI today!

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Koala

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Your morning alarm goes off. You grab your phone to check the time... and suddenly it's noon and you've been doom-scrolling for 3 hours. Sound familiar? Meet Koala. The screen time app that's actually fun to use - because breaking up with your phone shouldn't feel like a breakup. β–Ί WHAT REAL USERS ARE SAYING β—€ "Downloaded this to block TikTok for an hour. It's been 3 weeks and I've read 4 books. Send help (actually don't, I'm thriving)" - Emma "The 'dopamine slot machine broke' message made me laugh so hard I forgot I was trying to open Instagram" - Jake "My screen time went from 8 hours to 2 hours. My boss thinks I got a promotion. I just got a koala." - Sarah "Finally an app that doesn't guilt-trip me. It just shows me a sad koala and honestly that hits different." - Mike β–Ί WHY KOALA WORKS β—€ Be more present with friends and family Actually finish that book you started 6 months ago Sleep better without late-night scrolling Feel accomplished instead of anxious Rediscover hobbies you forgot you loved β–Ί FEATURES β—€ Set App Limits for Your Most Distracting Apps You know that one app that steals hours from your life? Set how long you can use it and how many times you can open it. When you hit your limit, Koala steps in with a gentle (and hilarious) reminder that the "dopamine slot machine broke." Schedule Your Focus Sessions Your gym sessions got more disciplined with scheduled blocking. Set start and end times for your most productive hours - whether that's 9pm-6am to protect your sleep, or 9am-12pm for deep work. Koala handles the rest. Or Just Block Now Need to focus RIGHT NOW? One tap and your distracting apps are blocked. Perfect for when you need to cram for that exam or actually reply to those emails. AI-Powered Focus Score Your personal focus score shows exactly how your day is going. Watch your koala transform from zen to scattered based on your phone usage. It's like a mood ring, but for your productivity. Koala Insights See which app is stealing your attention this hour, which one you keep picking up, and which one won't stop buzzing you. Knowledge is power. Track Your Progress Detailed charts show where your time actually goes. Daily and weekly breakdowns help you spot patterns and make changes. Maintain Streaks & Earn Eucalyptus Leaves Complete sessions to earn eucalyptus leaves. Maintain streaks by completing at least one session daily. Because who doesn't want to feed a virtual koala? Private and Safe Your data never leaves your device. We use Apple's official Screen Time APIs - no sketchy workarounds, no data harvesting. Your browsing history is YOUR business. *All features described above require a paid subscription* β–Ί CONTACT US β—€ Questions? Koala things to share? koala@threesixlabs.org β–Ί TERMS, PRIVACY & CONDITIONS β—€ https://koala.threesixlabs.org/terms https://koala.threesixlabs.org/privacy https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

AI Screen Time4 screens
Koala4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: AI Screen Time at none against Koala's 2. 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

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

Both are free to download. Koala sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. AI Screen Time asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
AI Screen Time versus Koala: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAI Screen TimeKoala
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyFortnightlyβ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo β€” betterYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS18.218.2
Further details β€” not scored
Size24 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSenthilnathan PalanisamyThreeSix Labs, Inc.

In-app purchases

None

AI Screen Time

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Koala

Subscriptions2
  • Koala Pro$29.991 Year
  • Koala Pro - 3 Day Trial3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is AI Screen Time free?
AI Screen Time is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Koala free?
Koala is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do AI Screen Time or Koala have ads?
Neither AI Screen Time nor Koala shows ads.

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