# Screen Time Limit vs Luvu

The clearest difference is rating: Luvu at 4.6 against Screen Time Limit's 4.1. Luvu also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 2 weeks). Screen Time Limit's advantage is review sentiment (57% vs 37%). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Time Limit sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Luvu sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Luvu holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Luvu has 308 ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 57% of Screen Time Limit's written reviews are positive against 37% of Luvu's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Screen Time Limit ships an update every 2 weeks, Luvu every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 8, 2026 and September 27, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Time Limit | Luvu |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.1 (28 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-limit-onzen/id6749768490/reviews) | **[4.6 (308 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luvu-screen-time-control/id6755830431/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 28 | **308** |
| Positive reviews | **57.1% of reviews** | 36.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 174 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [EpicScale Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1759187257) | [Luvu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823093740) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Time Limit

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-limit-onzen/id6749768490)

This app helps you build a healthier relationship with your phone by setting limits on app usage and tracking your digital habits. It offers flexible blocking modes, streaks, and a visual representation of your progress to encourage focus and reduce distractions.

**Highlights:** Set daily time limits for apps, Limit app opens, Schedule app blocking, Instant distraction-free sessions, Track usage insights, Build streaks for consistency, Visualize progress with Focus Garden

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Premium | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly premium access | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly premium access | $9.99 | per month |
| Yearly premium access | $39.99 | per year |


### Luvu

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/luvu-screen-time-control/id6755830431)

This app helps you control screen time and boost productivity by blocking distracting apps and launching focus sessions. It uses gamification and emotional coaching to help you break bad habits and build healthier routines.

**Highlights:** Auto-enforced focus sessions, Distraction blocking, Personalized habit building, Game-like retention, Emotional accountability, Daily rituals and wins

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Luvu Plus | $19.99 | per month |
| Luvu Plus | $19.99 | per month |
| Luvu Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Luvu Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Luvu Plus | $39.99 | per year |
| Luvu Plus | $59.99 | per year |
| Luvu Plus | $59.99 | per year |
| Luvu Plus | $59.99 | per year |
| Luvu Plus | $79.99 | per year |
| Luvu Plus | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Time Limit free?

Screen Time Limit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Luvu free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Screen Time Limit or Luvu?

Luvu is rated higher. Screen Time Limit averages 4.1 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while Luvu averages 4.6 from 308 ratings.

### Do Screen Time Limit or Luvu have ads?

Screen Time Limit shows ads; Luvu does not.

### Which is updated more often, Screen Time Limit or Luvu?

Screen Time Limit ships an update every 2 weeks, and Luvu every 4 days. Most recently, Screen Time Limit was updated on September 8, 2026 and Luvu on September 27, 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.*