# Unrot vs ScrollBuddy

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Unrot at 48% against ScrollBuddy's 0%. Unrot also leads on rating (4.7 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (57K vs 11). ScrollBuddy's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Unrot sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and ScrollBuddy sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Unrot holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unrot has 57K ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 48% of Unrot's written reviews are positive against 0% of ScrollBuddy's.

Unrot ships an update weekly, ScrollBuddy every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Unrot | ScrollBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (57K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unrot-earn-your-screen-time/id6746537171/reviews)** | [4.1 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrollbuddy-screen-time/id6749676786/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **57K** | 11 |
| Positive reviews | **48.4% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 186 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Unrot OÜ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1817356840) | [Aaron Vinod](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809840522) |

## What reviewers say

### Unrot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unrot-earn-your-screen-time/id6746537171)

This app helps combat digital fatigue and screen addiction by rewarding real-life habits with screen time credits. Build focus and discipline by completing activities like journaling or exercise, then use your earned credits to unlock apps guilt-free.

**Highlights:** Brainrot recovery system, Earn credits for real-life habits, Spend credits on app access, Progress tracking and streaks, Photo-based habit logging, Focus tools and soundscapes, Mood and dopamine check-ins

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access | $9.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $13.99 | per month |
| Full Access | $29.99 | per year |
| Access to all premium features | $29.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $34.99 | per year |
| Access to all features | $49.99 | per year |
| Full Access | $69.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Smooth app experience
- 💡 Helpful morning quests and goal-setting features
- 👍 Affordable subscription pricing

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices
- 🤔 Unclear about app functionality and features

**Reported bugs**

- Purchased time not unlocking apps as expected
- Unexpected behavior with math questions

**Requested features**

- Free trial option to test the app
- Adjustments to the math question feature


### ScrollBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrollbuddy-screen-time/id6749676786)

This app helps you focus by locking other applications until you complete tasks. Earn credits for finished tasks to unlock apps for a set duration. Track your progress and review your accomplishments.

**Highlights:** Task-based app unlocking, Credit system for app access, Configurable task completion strictness, Progress tracking and history, Daily and monthly win recaps, Customizable app themes

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScrollBuddy Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| ScrollBuddy Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Good buddy | $4.99 | one-time |
| Great buddy | $9.99 | one-time |
| Best buddy | $17.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Unrot free?

Unrot is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is ScrollBuddy free?

ScrollBuddy is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Unrot or ScrollBuddy?

Unrot is rated higher. Unrot averages 4.7 out of 5 from 57K ratings, while ScrollBuddy averages 4.1 from 11 ratings.

### Do Unrot or ScrollBuddy have ads?

Neither Unrot nor ScrollBuddy shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Unrot or ScrollBuddy?

Unrot ships an update weekly, and ScrollBuddy every 3 weeks. Most recently, Unrot was updated on November 9, 2026 and ScrollBuddy on November 8, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*