Dumb Phone Mode | Unplugger vs Focus Snap
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Dumb Phone Mode | Unplugger
Instantly block distracting apps with a single gesture to reduce screen time and increase focus. Transform your smartphone into a basic device for a break, allowing you to be more present and mindful. Customize which apps to block for personalized digital detoxes.
- One-tap app blocking
- Customizable distraction lists
- Screen-free time tracking
- Scheduled unplug sessions
- Minimalist phone mode
- Focus and mindfulness tool
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Unplug from your smartphone to reconnect with life! Block apps instantly with just one tap. Unplugger gives you a one-gesture way to minimize distractions and transform your phone into a basic “dumb phone” whenever you need a break. ▶ Why Unplugger? Over 60% of people feel they have a screen time problem. Taking a step away from the screen can work wonders for your focus, mental health, and relationships. Unplugger makes that step simple and instant. Instead of fiddling with settings or exercising iron willpower, just perform one quick gesture to disconnect from distracting apps and be more present. ▶ One-Tap “Dumb Phone” Mode Activate Unplugger’s signature mode with just one tap or gesture. Instantly block apps—no complicated settings or hassle. It’s like turning on a minimalist mode for your phone without giving up your smartphone. Simply pick the apps you want to block and swipe. It’s that easy.. ▶ Reduce Screen Time Effortlessly Unplugger helps break the habit of constant checking. Whether you want to focus on work, study without social media pings, or just relax, Unplugger gives you an easy way to set boundaries with your phone. No more endless scrolling – when you’re unplugged, you’re free to engage with the world around you. ▶ Choose apps you want to block We know everyone’s needs are different. Unplugger lets you choose which apps are considered distractions – you can keep anything truly important accessible. Need music while you unwind? Want Maps while on an unplugged walk? You decide the level of disconnect that’s right for you. Set quick unplug sessions (e.g. 15 minutes of deep focus) or longer detox periods (a whole evening free from Twitter and Instagram). You’re in control. ▶ Stay Motivated, Stay Mindful Unplugger isn’t about restricting you – it’s about empowering you to be mindful. Each time you use Unplugger, you’re building a healthier relationship with your phone. Track the time you’ve reclaimed and see how often you unplug. It’s not all-or-nothing; even a few minutes unplugged each day can make a difference. ▶ SCREEN TIME Tracker Instead of tracking how much time you spend on your phone, we flip the script. Unplugger tracks the time you don’t use your phone—your focused, screen-free hours. It's more positive. ▶ Ready to Unplug? Take the first step toward a healthier tech-life balance. With Unplugger, a more mindful, present, and productive life is just one tap away. Whether you crave a distraction-free morning routine, an evening off social media, or a full-day digital detox, Unplugger is the companion that makes it easy and enjoyable. Download Unplugger today, block apps and start enjoying life with less screen and more you. Make your smartphone smarter – by sometimes making it a little “dumber”! Terms of Use: https://www.appblock.app/terms-and-conditions-unplugger Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://appblock.app/privacy-policy-unplugger/
Focus Snap
This productivity app simplifies task management for individuals who feel overwhelmed by traditional systems, particularly those with ADHD. It helps users focus on one task at a time and break them down into manageable steps, reducing friction and making progress visible.
- Pin a single focus task
- Break tasks into simple steps
- Create reusable task templates
- Visual task map
- Track progress with clear states
- Distraction-free interface
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FocusSnap is a calm, ADHD-friendly productivity app for people who feel overwhelmed by traditional task managers. Instead of endless lists and complicated systems, FocusSnap helps you choose one focus task, break it into manageable steps and keep moving without unnecessary pressure. FocusSnap can help with task paralysis, overwhelm, executive-function challenges, time blindness, losing focus, switching between priorities and difficulty getting started. FOCUS ON THE NEXT STEP • Choose one task as your current focus • Break tasks into simple checklist steps • Add priorities, deadlines, notes and repeat schedules • Set reminders and “Nag until done” alerts • Keep your active task list intentionally manageable • Move later ideas into the Backlog • Archive completed tasks without losing them ROUTINES AND PROGRESS • Create reusable task templates • Turn templates into tasks and checklists • Use routine packs for study, home, work, planning and getting unstuck • View active tasks on a visual Task Map • Earn stars and celebrate completed work • Review recent progress in Reflection • Check priorities and older unfinished tasks PLAN YOUR WEEK WITH FOCUSSNAP PLUS • Build a seven-day plan around the time you actually have • Set daily focus budgets and days off • Choose up to three priorities per day • Add time estimates, notes and preferred start times • Receive deadline-aware schedule suggestions • Identify overloaded days before committing • Rebalance work across days with available capacity • Recover unfinished priorities from recent plans • Compare planned time with completed focus time • Keep previous plans and history available PERSONALISED GUIDANCE • Check in with your available time and energy • Receive suggestions based on deadlines, priorities, current focus and unfinished steps • See why each task was recommended • Get a smaller starting action when a task feels difficult • Review tasks that may need attention GUIDED FOCUS SESSIONS • Use built-in focus and break rhythms • Create custom routines • Associate sessions with a task • Pause, resume or finish early • Continue accurately when the app is backgrounded • Save session summaries and detailed history • Set a weekly focus-time goal • View seven-day and 30-day progress CALENDAR PLANNING • Connect an Apple or iCloud calendar • View calendar events alongside daily plans • Add planned tasks as timed calendar events • Synchronise task names, dates and durations on demand SOUNDS AND PERSONALISATION • Use offline rain, ocean, brown-noise and night-garden soundscapes • Adjust volume and preview sounds • Choose additional Plus colour themes • Enable optional session notifications MEDICATION ORGANISATION • Create daily, selected-day or as-needed schedules • Add multiple reminder times • Record taken, skipped and as-needed doses • Snooze reminders for ten minutes • Review and undo records in private history • Track remaining supply and refill thresholds • Keep medication names and doses out of notification text Medication features are organisational tools only and do not provide medical advice. ONLINE OR LOCAL-ONLY Use an online account for task synchronisation or choose a separate local-only workspace without creating an account. Local-only mode works offline and keeps tasks, plans, routines, session history, medication records and preferences on your device. Local information is not uploaded or merged into an online account. Online tasks also support offline-friendly actions with clear pending-sync indicators. FOCUSBAP PLUS MEMBERSHIP FocusSnap Plus is available through monthly or yearly auto-renewing subscriptions. Localised prices are shown before purchase. Subscriptions can be restored and managed through your App Store account. Your tasks, steps, Backlog and archives remain available without Plus. Saved Plus plans and history remain readable if your subscription ends. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is monetization model: Focus Snap at free against Dumb Phone Mode | Unplugger's freemium. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Dumb Phone Mode | Unplugger sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $19.99 per year and Focus Snap sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Dumb Phone Mode | Unplugger | Focus Snap |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 3 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.4 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 48 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MobileSoft s.r.o. | Spacivity LTD |
Customer experience
Dumb Phone Mode | Unplugger
Focus Snap
In-app purchases
Dumb Phone Mode | Unplugger
- Unplugger Premium7 Days trial$19.991 Year
Focus Snap
- FocusSnap Plus Monthly$2.991 Month
- FocusSnap Plus Yearly$12.991 Year
- FocusSnap Plus Lifetime$24.99
Questions
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