Comparison

Vibe Alarm vs ScreenZoo

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

Head to head
About

Vibe Alarm

Features
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*Silent time notifications with vibration! From wake-up alarms to timers - completely silent* Safe to use anywhere sound isn’t allowed. This innovative vibration app tells the time using only vibration patterns. Napping on trains, study timers in libraries, early morning wake-ups, focused work sessions… there are countless situations where sound isn’t an option. Wouldn’t it be great to be notified without disturbing anyone? To spend your time comfortably without worrying about your surroundings? ‘Vibe Alarm’ notifies you using only vibration patterns—no sound at all. A gentle companion that quietly supports your time management. Whether it’s a quiet night or a busy day, it will let you know “it’s time!” with just a vibration. ■Features & Benefits 1. Simple and Reliable Vibration Notifications Choose from strong to gentle vibration patterns. Completely silent design ensures you’ll never miss an alert. 2. Precise Time Settings – Second-Level Customization Set your timers down to the exact second. Whether 2 minutes 30 seconds for instant ramen or 25 minutes for a Pomodoro session, set your ideal time precisely. 3. Save Your Favorite Timers Save frequently used time settings as favorites. Launch 25-minute or 30-minute timers with just one tap. 4. Quick Start from Home Screen – Widget Support Two types of widgets: “History” and “Favorites.” Start past or favorite timer settings directly from the home screen. Instant access without opening the app. 5. Eye-Friendly Dark Mode Works comfortably in the dark. Ideal for late-night wake-ups or bedroom use, gentle on your eyes. 6. Auto Screen Off with Proximity Sensor Screen turns off automatically when the proximity sensor detects it. Vibration continues, saving battery, and safe to use in dark rooms. 7. Background Notifications Even if the app is closed, it will reliably alert you at the set time. Manage your time while using other apps. 8. Customizable Notification Count Set notifications from 1 to 50 times. Use more for important events, fewer for lighter tasks. ■Situations Where This App Excels 1. Transportation & Travel ・Prevent oversleeping on trains or buses ・Long-distance trips on bullet trains and planes ・Short naps in taxis ・Pre-driving naps (in parking lots, etc.) 2. Study & Focused Work ・Library or study room timers (25, 30, 60 minutes) ・Pomodoro technique sessions ・Time management for focused work ・Reading sessions ・Break intervals for memorization or review 3. Work & Office ・Power naps during lunch ・End times for meetings or conferences ・Short breaks in the office ・Time intervals for presentation prep or document creation 4. Home & Private Life ・Early morning/late night wake-ups without disturbing family ・Households with babies ・Hospital or nursing facility visits 5. Exercise & Health ・Interval training at the gym ・Yoga or meditation sessions ・Stretching or exercise breaks ・Walking or jogging time management 6. Special Situations ・For those with hearing considerations ・Work in noisy environments ・Caregiving or nursing time management ・Pet care timers ■Recommended For Commuters or students who often oversleep on trains (need silent but reliable wake-up) Night-shift workers who nap during the day without waking family Students who want quiet library timers to stay focused Users practicing Pomodoro in silent environments Users with hearing concerns who want reliable vibration alerts

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ScreenZoo

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ScreenZooは、"脱スマホできた時間が、動物になってあなたのもとにやってくる"とっても気軽で可愛いスマホ依存脱却アプリ! あなたがやることは、ScreenZooをインストールしてスマホを置くだけ! こんな経験はありませんか? ・SNSを開いて気づけば15分経っている ・スクリーンタイムを見て自分の使用時間に驚く ・集中タイマー系のアプリを何度も試して続かなかった ScreenZooにやる気は要りません。タイマーもボタンもなく、なんならアプリを開く必要もありません。 最初にちょっとした設定を済ませたら、あとは非使用時間が自動で計測され、脱スマホできた分だけ動物がやってきます。 スマホを触らないでいると、何もなかった土地に草木が生え、草陰から気配が覗き、60時間で動物があなたのもとへやってきます。 ホーム画面のウィジェットからも様子を確認できるので、「気づいたら動物がやってくる」状態をお楽しみください。 広告なし、アカウント登録なし、(今のところは)課金なし! とりあえずインストールして普段通り生活するだけで、動物たちが集まってくる楽しさを味わってみてください。 利用規約(EULA):https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ プライバシーポリシー:https://screen-zoo.com/privacy

Screenshots

Vibe Alarm4 screens
ScreenZoo4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ScreenZoo at none against Vibe Alarm's 1. ScreenZoo also leads on ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. Vibe Alarm sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ScreenZoo asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
Vibe Alarm versus ScreenZoo: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterVibe AlarmScreenZoo
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysEvery 4 days
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB98 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKosuke ShimadaRyohei Okita

In-app purchases

1 purchases

Vibe Alarm

One-time1
  • Remove Ads$2.99
None

ScreenZoo

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Vibe Alarm free?
Vibe Alarm is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScreenZoo free?
ScreenZoo is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Vibe Alarm or ScreenZoo have ads?
Vibe Alarm shows ads; ScreenZoo does not.
Which is updated more often, Vibe Alarm or ScreenZoo?
Vibe Alarm ships an update every 4 days, and ScreenZoo every 4 days. Most recently, Vibe Alarm was updated on October 28, 2026 and ScreenZoo on October 24, 2026.

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