Comparison

apptoken vs LifeToBe

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

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About

apptoken

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Apptoken helps you create real friction before opening distracting apps. Instead of relying on willpower, Apptoken lets you create blocking profiles, choose the apps and websites you want to restrict, and start focused sessions using Apple's Screen Time controls. When you need access again, unlock using the method that fits your setup: NFC token, QR code, timer, schedule, widget, or manual control. Apptoken is free. There are no subscriptions, no in-app purchases, no paywall, and no account required. HOW IT WORKS 1. Create a blocking profile 2. Select distracting apps and websites 3. Grant Screen Time permission 4. Start a blocking session 5. Unlock only when you choose to BUILT FOR PRACTICAL FOCUS Apptoken is designed for people who want a stronger boundary than a reminder, but still need controlled access when life happens. Use it to: - Reduce mindless scrolling - Protect work and study blocks - Build better phone habits - Keep social apps out of easy reach - Add physical friction with an NFC token - Use a QR code as a simple unlock method - Schedule recurring focus time - Control active sessions from widgets UNLOCK OPTIONS NFC unlock Pair blocking with a physical NFC tag or token so access requires a deliberate tap. QR unlock Use a QR code as a lightweight unlock method when you want separation without extra setup. Timers Start timed sessions and return to your selected restrictions when the session ends. Schedules Create recurring blocks for work, school, mornings, evenings, or any routine you want to protect. Widgets and Live Activities Control active sessions and keep track of focus time from the places you already use on iPhone. PRIVACY-FIRST BY DEFAULT Apptoken does not require an account. Your profiles, selected restrictions, NFC and QR identifiers, schedules, timers, and session history are stored locally on your device or in the app group container used by the app and its extensions. The app does not use third-party app analytics, advertising SDKs, behavioral tracking, subscriptions, or in-app purchases. REQUIREMENTS Apptoken uses Apple's Screen Time, Family Controls, Managed Settings, Device Activity, NFC, Camera, WidgetKit, Live Activities, and Background Tasks frameworks to provide blocking and unlock features. You can revoke app permissions at any time in iOS Settings. Apptoken is developed by Fokusbloks Oy. Support: benjam@fokusbloks.com Website: apptoken.co

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LifeToBe

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Make Every Moment Count LifeToBe visualizes your expected lifespan to support your determination to run through life, even when various troubles arise ahead. For some, knowing the number of meals remaining might make each meal more precious. Others might realize just how much time they have for sleep. Some might look within themselves to run through their remaining year of life, while others might reset their goals when life expectancy unexpectedly extends. Life rarely goes straight, but this app is for those who want to live consciously of their mortality and keep going. Simply set your birth date and life expectancy to see your remaining life time displayed in real-time, down to the second. Key Features - Multiple Life Entry Management - Individually manage life time for yourself, family, pets, and other precious beings - Real-time Time Calculation - Display remaining time in years, weeks, days, hours, minutes, and seconds, updating every second - Diverse Widgets - Continuously check remaining time on home screen and lock screen - Customizable Display - Detailed statistics display including remaining sleep time, meal count, and life progress bar - Beautiful Theme System - Support for light, dark, and automatic system switching - Complete Multi-language Support - Full support for Japanese and English - iCloud Sync - Seamlessly synchronize your data across all your devices (version 1.1.0+) Widget Features - Small/Medium/Large/Extra Large - Various sizes of home screen widgets - Lock Screen Support - Inline, Circular, Rectangular widgets - Individual Settings - Each widget can have different entries and display settings - App Intents Support - Change widget settings without opening the app Accessibility - Full VoiceOver support - Dynamic Type (font size change) support - High contrast mode support - User-friendly design for everyone Privacy - All data stored within the device - No transmission to external servers - Secure synchronization via iCloud (version 1.1.0+) Start being more conscious about your life's time with LifeToBe, and let it support your determination to keep running through whatever challenges life brings. Supported Platforms - iOS 18.0 or later - macOS 15.0 or later

Screenshots

apptoken2 screens
LifeToBe4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: LifeToBe at none against apptoken's 1. LifeToBe also leads on device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. apptoken sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. LifeToBe asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

apptoken ships an update every 3 weeks, LifeToBe fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
apptoken versus LifeToBe: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterapptokenLifeToBe
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly โ€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo โ€” better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Mac โ€” better
Requires iOS17.6 โ€” better18.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size9 MB13 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFokusbloks OyIkiru Yoshizaki

In-app purchases

1 purchases

apptoken

One-time1
  • QR Unlock License$8.99
None

LifeToBe

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is apptoken free?
apptoken is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is LifeToBe free?
LifeToBe is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do apptoken or LifeToBe have ads?
Neither apptoken nor LifeToBe shows ads.
Which is updated more often, apptoken or LifeToBe?
apptoken ships an update every 3 weeks, and LifeToBe fortnightly. Most recently, apptoken was updated on October 25, 2026 and LifeToBe on October 30, 2026.

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