# Move To Scroll vs Step N Scroll

The clearest difference is monetization model: Step N Scroll at freemium against Move To Scroll's subscription. Step N Scroll also leads on update cadence (every 2 days vs every 8 days). Move To Scroll's advantage is ratings volume (163 vs 7) and review sentiment (14% vs 0%). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Move To Scroll sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and Step N Scroll sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for Move To Scroll against 4.0 for Step N Scroll. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Move To Scroll has 163 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 14% of Move To Scroll's written reviews are positive against 0% of Step N Scroll's.

Move To Scroll ships an update every 8 days, Step N Scroll every 2 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Move To Scroll | Step N Scroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (163 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/move-to-scroll-screen-time/id6749670075/reviews) | **[4.0 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-n-scroll-app-blocker/id6757087994/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **163** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **14.0% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Every 2 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 33 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.0** | 26.2 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Save Smart](https://appshunter.io/developer/1789755441) | [Matheus Mello](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479587249) |

## What reviewers say

### Move To Scroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/move-to-scroll-screen-time/id6749670075)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by requiring physical movement to access selected applications. It encourages mindful scrolling and building healthier digital habits without being overly restrictive.

**Highlights:** Select apps to gate behind movement, Unlock apps by walking or moving, Encourages mindful scrolling, Helps build better digital habits, Minimal friction approach

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

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Unlimited Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Unlimited Yearly | $34.99 | per year |
| Unlimited Yearly | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Ability to set step goals
- 👍 Option to choose blocked apps

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Apps stay blocked even after reaching goal
- 🐛 App doesn't reset automatically
- 🐛 Blocked apps include ones user needs
- 🐛 Unable to unlock apps after reaching goal
- 🐛 App doesn't work as expected

**Reported bugs**

- Apps stay blocked even after reaching goal
- App doesn't reset automatically
- Blocked apps include ones user needs
- Unable to unlock apps after reaching goal
- App doesn't work as expected

**Requested features**

- Connect to Garmin Connect
- Automatically lock apps at a certain time


### Step N Scroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/step-n-scroll-app-blocker/id6757087994)

This app transforms your daily steps into screen time, allowing you to earn access to your most distracting apps. It helps you build healthier digital habits by locking down chosen applications until you meet your step goals, offering insights into your usage patterns.

**Highlights:** Lock apps until step goals are met, Earn screen time through walking, AI-powered progress scans, Track daily streaks and history, Personalized habit coaching, Outdoor walk recording with route map

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

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Step N Scroll Special Offer | $3.99 | per month |
| Step N Scroll Monthly Offer | $6.99 | per month |
| Step N Scroll Pro Weekly | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Starter Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Challenge Monthly | $17.99 | per month |
| Complete Monthly | $19.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Step N Scroll Premium | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Move To Scroll free?

Move To Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Step N Scroll free?

Step N Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Move To Scroll or Step N Scroll?

Step N Scroll is rated higher. Move To Scroll averages 4.0 out of 5 from 163 ratings, while Step N Scroll averages 4.0 from 7 ratings.

### Do Move To Scroll or Step N Scroll have ads?

Neither Move To Scroll nor Step N Scroll shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Move To Scroll or Step N Scroll?

Move To Scroll ships an update every 8 days, and Step N Scroll every 2 days. Most recently, Move To Scroll was updated on November 5, 2026 and Step N Scroll on November 5, 2026.

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