Comparison

Seren vs Screen Time Control

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

Head to head
About

Seren

Features
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Seren — app blocking that actually sticks Seren helps you reclaim your attention with simple, powerful app blocks, focus timers, and schedules designed to reduce distractions and protect your time. Whether you’re trying to stop doomscrolling, protect your mornings, or stay focused during deep work, Seren helps you stay present—without relying on willpower alone. Take back your time (without quitting your phone) Your phone can be both useful and distracting. Seren offers a calm, intentional approach to managing app usage, helping you reduce noise and create space for what matters most. What Seren helps you do • Block distracting apps during focus periods • Use focus timers for deep work, studying, reading, or workouts • Create schedules for work hours, evenings, bedtime, and weekends • Plan routines so blocks happen automatically • Allow intentional breaks with clear limits • Build healthier screen habits with structure that reduces impulsive use Made for real life Seren is designed to support everyday focus and consistency, whether you’re working, studying, or winding down in the evening. Everything is designed to be set up once and trusted to run in the background. Works with iOS Screen Time Seren uses Apple’s Screen Time framework to enforce app blocking. You’ll be asked to grant Screen Time access during setup—this is required for app blockers to work properly on iPhone. Subscription required Seren requires a paid subscription to use. Subscription details, pricing, and renewal terms are presented in the app before purchase. Legal Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://gist.github.com/marthoff7/8b84eaef2c8dca5e21dc34a22b7f35e8 Download Seren and make space for what matters.

About

Screen Time Control

This app helps you master your attention and reclaim your digital independence by setting strict screen time limits and blocking distracting applications. It combines Stoic philosophy with powerful tools to foster discipline, focus on goals, and improve digital well-being for individuals and families.

Highlights
  • Rigorous screen time control
  • App locker and hider
  • Deep work and time blocking
  • Family safety features
  • Discipline building
  • Digital well-being tools
Features
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Master Your Attention. Rule Your Time. In an era of constant distraction, Temper helps you build the discipline to focus on what matters. We combine the philosophy of Stoicism with powerful technical tools to help you limit screen time and reclaim your digital independence. Don't let algorithms control your life. Lock in on your goals with Temper. - Rigorous Screen Time Control: Achieve true digital well-being by setting strict boundaries. Create a daily app time limit for social media and games. When the time is up, the app locks, forcing you to practice self-control. - The Vault: App Locker & Hider Distractions are everywhere. Use Temper as a robust app locker to secure your focus. - Deep Work & Time Blocking: Use our time blocking schedules to dedicate specific hours to work or study. Temper acts as a study tracker and time tracker, showing you exactly where your hours go so you can improve your habits. - Stay Focused & Present: Instantly app lock distractions and stay focused during critical tasks. Whether you are studying or enjoying downtime, ensure you are present in the moment. - Leadership & Family Safety Stoicism is about setting an example. Ensure family safety by managing screen habits for yourself and your loved ones. Protect your family from digital addiction and model a balanced life. - Build Discipline: Turn app limits into a daily practice of virtue. - Mastery: Stop consuming. Start creating. A subscription is required to use Temper. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/8f276018-3b7a-4a6f-9d8a-70109beef03d

Screenshots

Seren4 screens
Screen Time Control3 screens

Verdict

The call

Seren and Screen Time Control are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. Seren sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Screen Time Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Seren versus Screen Time Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSerenScreen Time Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size126 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developermart hoffDANIEL PETRISOR ATITIENEI

In-app purchases

9 purchases

Seren

Subscriptions9
  • Seren Premium – Weekly$7.997 Days
  • Seren Pro3 Days trial$7.997 Days
  • Seren Pro - Monthly$12.991 Month
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  • Seren Pro2 variants$17.991 Year
  • Seren Pro$29.991 Year
  • Seren Pro3 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Seren Pro$49.991 Year
  • Seren Pro$59.991 Year
  • Seren Pro3 Days trial$59.991 Year
3 purchases

Screen Time Control

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Plan$4.997 Days
  • Yearly Plan Discount$14.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Seren free?
Seren is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Time Control free?
Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Seren or Screen Time Control have ads?
Neither Seren nor Screen Time Control shows ads.

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