Comparison

Phoneless vs Arc

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

Head to head
About

Phoneless

This app encourages you to walk more by converting your daily steps into minutes you can spend in distracting apps. Set a step goal and choose which apps to limit. Once your minutes are used up, you'll need to move to earn more time.

Highlights
  • Convert steps to app time
  • Limit distracting apps
  • Set daily step goals
  • Earn minutes by walking
  • Subscription for full access
Features
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Walk more, scroll less. Phoneless turns your daily steps into the time you’re allowed in distracting apps. How it works - Choose the apps you want to limit (e.g., TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat). - Set your daily step goal. - Phoneless converts your steps into minutes you can spend in those apps. Run out of minutes? Time to move. This feature is available with a Phoneless subscription, which includes access to all app functions and regular updates. Terms of Use: https://glowupllc.com/#phoneless-tos Privacy Policy: https://glowupllc.com/#phoneless-pp

About

Arc

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by setting session limits and providing smart nudges for your to-do lists. It offers advanced analytics to understand your scrolling habits and offers AI-powered recommendations for improvement.

Highlights
  • Session limits for automatic breaks
  • Smart nudges for to-do reminders
  • Integrated to-do lists
  • Advanced session analytics
  • AI-powered recommendations
  • Bedtime mode with sleep reminders
Features
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THE ARC DIFFERENCE Arc doesn't just block apps - it redirects your attention with a powerful three-part system: - Session Limits: Automatic breaks when a session has reached the set limit. No more unintentional doomscroll sessions. Daily limits are not helpful when the problem is getting sucked into the scroll hole and not realizing it. That's why we built session limits! - Smart Nudges: Gentle reminders about your to-dos while you scroll - Integrated To-Do Lists: Track what really matters, all in one place - Advanced Analytics: Track every session with precision. See exactly when you close apps yourself (exits) vs. when the timer saves you (lockouts). Discover your most addicting apps through unblock tracking, identify your best and worst self-control patterns, and get AI-powered recommendations tailored to YOUR behavior. No more guessing where to improve, the data shows you exactly which apps need stricter limits, where you're building great habits, and actionable steps to reduce your screen time based on real patterns, not generic advice or behavior patterns. HOW IT WORKS Select your distracting apps (Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, etc.) Add your daily tasks and goals Get Nudged with your to-do tasks when you're mindlessly scrolling Session Limits create automatic breaks after extended sessions Watch scrolling turn into productivity BUILT FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE Set your bedtime to switch from productivity Nudges to Sleep Reminders. Arc adapts to help you make better use of your time all day long. PERFECT FOR: People who unconsciously doomscroll and want to stop Professionals who lose focus to social media Students procrastinating on assignments Anyone who wants to build healthy daily habits Scroll Goblins People tired of feeling guilty after doomscrolling START SEEING RESULTS Reclaim hours of your day Complete the tasks you've been avoiding Track scrolling habits through intelligent insights Build habits that stick Rebuild a healthy relationship with social media Feel accomplished, not guilty Download Arc and turn scrolling into productivity. Your goals are waiting. Terms of Use (EULA): https://arcapp.io/terms-of-service Privacy Policy: https://arcapp.io/privacy-policy

Screenshots

Phoneless4 screens
Arc4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Phoneless at 5.0 against Arc's 4.4. Arc's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Phoneless sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Arc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Phoneless holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 12 and 25 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Phoneless ships an update every 4 weeks, Arc every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 18, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Phoneless versus Arc: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPhonelessArc
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (12 ratings) — better4.4 (25 ratings)
Positive reviews—63.6% of reviews
Number of ratings1225 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.018.0
Further details — not scored
Size45 MB45 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGlow UpArc Labs LLC (MT)

Customer experience

Phoneless

All ratings12 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Arc

All ratings25 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral8.0%
Negative12.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive63.6%
Neutral9.1%
Negative27.3%

In-app purchases

10 purchases

Phoneless

Subscriptions9
  • Premium Weekly$4.997 Days
  • Premium Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$12.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Monthly$17.991 Month
  • One Time Offer$19.991 Year
  • Annual subscription$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Annual access7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Annual7 Days trial$69.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$99.99
3 purchases

Arc

Subscriptions3
  • Arc Pro (Weekly)$5.997 Days
  • Arc Pro Monthly$8.991 Month
  • Arc Pro (Annual)3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Phoneless free?
Phoneless is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Arc free?
Arc is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Phoneless or Arc?
Phoneless is rated higher. Phoneless averages 5.0 out of 5 from 12 ratings, while Arc averages 4.4 from 25 ratings.
Do Phoneless or Arc have ads?
Phoneless shows ads; Arc does not.
Which is updated more often, Phoneless or Arc?
Phoneless ships an update every 4 weeks, and Arc every 2 weeks. Most recently, Phoneless was updated on August 18, 2026 and Arc on September 23, 2026.

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