Comparison

ChessLock vs 루틴체인(RoutineChain)

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

Head to head
About

ChessLock

This app helps you control screen time by blocking distracting applications. To take a break, you must solve chess puzzles, sharpening your mind and earning your pause. It's designed for anyone seeking enhanced focus and productivity with a unique, brain-boosting approach.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Solve chess puzzles for breaks
  • Customizable focus sessions
  • Brain-training puzzles
  • Private by design, no data collection
  • Pro version for advanced features
Features
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Take control of your screen time like never before—with your brain as the key! Screen Time Control: ChessLock is a powerful focus tool that blocks distracting apps… and makes you earn your breaks by solving chess puzzles. Designed for those who want real productivity with a fun twist, ChessLock combines proven focus techniques with the timeless game of chess to help you stay in control. - How it works: Create a Focus Session Select the apps you want to block. Once it starts, you're locked in—no cheating allowed! Pause With Purpose Want a break? Solve a chess puzzle to unlock it. No puzzle, no pause. Train Your Brain Each puzzle challenge helps keep your mind sharp and focused. - Unlock More with ChessLock Pro Unlimited focus sessions Choose your puzzle difficulty Smarter, stronger app blocking Earn meaningful breaks More brain-boosting control - Why Chess? Chess is the perfect game to sharpen concentration, improve problem-solving, and help reset your brain during focused work. It’s not just screen time management — it’s brain time empowerment. - Private by Design No accounts, no personal data collection, no creepy tracking. Your preferences are stored locally, and analytics are completely anonymous. You stay in control. - Built for Everyone Whether you’re a student, freelancer, parent, or pro, ChessLock gives you a mindful, brain-powered way to manage your screen time. Download Screen Time Control: ChessLock and make every pause a power move.

About

루틴체인(RoutineChain)

Features
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좋은 루틴을 꾸준히 달성하고 싶으나, 실행하기 힘든 사용자를 위한 앱입니다. 달성하고자 하는 루틴을 최대한 쉽게 설정하고, 루틴을 실행하기까지의 과정을 체크포인트로 세분화 하여 루틴을 생성합니다. 달성하고자 하는 요일, 시간에 알람이 울리면, 사용자는 각 체크포인트에 해당하는 사진을 찍어 앱에 게시합니다. 체크포인트를 따라 사진으로 기록하다 보면 어느새 루틴을 달성하고 있는 자신을 발견할 수 있을 것입니다. 달성한 체크포인트 사진은 히스토리 앨범에서 모아서 보며 그동안 달성한 루틴을 한 눈에 돌아볼 수 있으며, 동기부여를 받을 수 있습니다. 또한, 사용자는 루틴의 성격에 따라 각 루틴을 그룹화 하여 특정 기간 동안에는 루틴을 비활성화 해두거나 모아서 관리할 수 있습니다. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sugared-move-43d.notion.site/ver-1-0-240d9b245f73803091fbfd56ca6360a

Screenshots

ChessLock4 screens
루틴체인(RoutineChain)4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: 루틴체인(RoutineChain) at none against ChessLock's 6. 루틴체인(RoutineChain) also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price, update cadence, ads and device support 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. ChessLock sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. 루틴체인(RoutineChain) asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ChessLock ships an update fortnightly, 루틴체인(RoutineChain) every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ChessLock versus 루틴체인(RoutineChain): the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterChessLock루틴체인(RoutineChain)
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (4 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews66.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings4 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS17.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size50 MB60 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPatricio GuzmanDoubruJ

In-app purchases

5 purchases

ChessLock

Subscriptions3
  • Chesslock Pro$2.997 Days
  • Chesslock Pro$4.991 Month
  • Chesslock Pro2 variants$29.991 Year
One-time2
  • Chesslock Pro$17.49
  • Chesslock Pro$34.99
None

루틴체인(RoutineChain)

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ChessLock free?
ChessLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 루틴체인(RoutineChain) free?
루틴체인(RoutineChain) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ChessLock or 루틴체인(RoutineChain) have ads?
Neither ChessLock nor 루틴체인(RoutineChain) shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ChessLock or 루틴체인(RoutineChain)?
ChessLock ships an update fortnightly, and 루틴체인(RoutineChain) every 3 weeks. Most recently, ChessLock was updated on October 25, 2026 and 루틴체인(RoutineChain) on October 25, 2026.

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