Scrolloc vs SelfBlock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Scrolloc
This app helps you regain control over your phone usage by introducing intentional pauses before opening distracting applications. It provides insights into your screen time habits and helps you build healthier digital routines to reduce mindless scrolling and increase focus.
- Intentional limits to stop endless scrolling
- Screen time control without deleting apps
- Focus sessions for presence
- Daily insights and habit tracking
- Clean, easy-to-use interface
- System for behavior change
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You pick up your phone for “a minute.” You lose an hour. You scroll without thinking. You don’t even know why. Scrolloc stops this cycle. You take back control of your screen and your time. It’s screen time control designed to break mindless scrolling habits. You set simple limits. You open distracting apps less. You break the habit of mindless scrolling. You gain up to 2 extra hours every day. STOP MINDLESS SCROLLING Scrolloc adds a short pause before you open social apps. This pause breaks the automatic impulse. You notice what you’re doing. You choose to continue or stop. STAY FOCUSED You stay present during work, family time, or moments that matter. You cut distractions. You protect your focus and your energy. UNDERSTAND YOUR HABITS You see your daily screen time. You see where your hours disappear. You track your progress and build healthier digital habits. FEEL THE DIFFERENCE You scroll less. You stress less. You doomscroll less. You feel calmer, clearer, and more in control. WHAT YOU GET • Intentional limits that stop endless scrolling • Screen time control without deleting your apps • Focus sessions to stay present • Daily insights and simple habit tracking • A clean, easy-to-use interface • A system that actually helps you change your behavior WHY IT WORKS? Scrolloc helps you at the exact moment you lose control - the moment your thumb opens an app without awareness. This small pause creates a huge shift. You regain your time, your attention, and your life outside the screen. START TODAY Stop mindless scrolling. Reduce your screen time. Live with intention again. You pick up your phone for “a minute.” You lose an hour. You scroll without thinking. You don’t even know why. Scrolloc stops this cycle. You take back control of your screen and your time. It’s screen time control designed to break mindless scrolling habits.
SelfBlock
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Every blocker fails the same way: you turn it off. SelfBlock doesn't let you. When you try to open a blocked app, a friend gets the request — and they decide. No friend available? Ask the anonymous community instead. Someone always answers. ► BUDDY SYSTEM When you try to open a blocked app, your buddy gets a request. They set the time and decide for you. They can respond instantly from a notification or Apple Watch. ► COMMUNITY MODE Don't want to assign a friend? Get anonymous support from the community. A random user reviews your request. Your identity stays hidden. ► 5 BLOCKING MODES – Full Block: Completely prevent app access – Schedule: Auto-block during work, study, or sleep hours – Usage Limit: Set daily time limits per app – Open Limit: Control how many times you open an app – Solo Mode: Manage with your own willpower ► BLOCK ANY APP Block YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, X (Twitter), Facebook, Reddit, WhatsApp, Discord and any distracting app or website. ► LIVE FOCUS TRACKING – Daily focus moment counter and day streak – Weekly report with progress summary – Daily check-in to track your mood – Home screen widgets and Live Activity support ► APPLE WATCH Approve or reject requests from your wrist. Track focus stats right from your watch face. ► CUSTOM SHIELD THEMES Personalize your block screen with 6 themes and custom colors. ► STRICT MODE Prevent bypassing blocks with PIN code, wait timer, or time lock. Extra protection options: block app installs, deletions, and in-app purchases. ► PRIVACY FIRST SelfBlock uses Apple's Screen Time API (Family Controls). Your data stays on your device. No tracking, no ads. ► FREE TO START Download free and start using right away. Go Pro for unlimited buddy and community mode, custom themes, weekly reports, strict mode, and more. SelfBlock works as a screen time blocker, app blocker, phone addiction tool, digital detox app, focus timer, social media blocker, dopamine detox aid, website blocker, app lock, and productivity tool. Compatible with Apple Watch and Home Screen widgets. Terms of Use: https://ismailpalalii.github.io/selfblock-site/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://ismailpalalii.github.io/selfblock-site/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is ads: SelfBlock at none against Scrolloc's shown. On price, in-app purchases, 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
Both are free to download. Scrolloc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and SelfBlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Scrolloc | SelfBlock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 1 — better | — |
| Update frequency | — | Monthly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, Apple Watch — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 182 MB | 58 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mindful Software Studio LLC | ismail Hakki Palali |
In-app purchases
Scrolloc
- Scrolloc PRO Weekly$7.997 Days
- Scrolloc PRO Monthly$19.991 Month
- Scrolloc PRO Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
SelfBlock
- Pro Monthly$4.491 Month
- Pro Yearly3 Days trial$27.491 Year
- Pro Lifetime$82.99









