# Scrollcut vs Core Time

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Core Time at 18.0 against Scrollcut's 26.2. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Scrollcut sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $34.99 per year and Core Time sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scrollcut ships an update every 4 days, Core Time weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Scrollcut | Core Time |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-time-strict-app-blocker/id6759100692/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **4** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Weekly |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 33 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | **18.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Julien Hourt](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828937501) | [coreground](https://appshunter.io/developer/1876875741) |

## What reviewers say

### Scrollcut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrollcut-screen-time-control/id6749849986)

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScrollCut Premium | $34.99 | per year |


### Core Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/core-time-strict-app-blocker/id6759100692)

This app provides a strict approach to blocking distracting applications and websites, helping users regain focus and manage screen time. It offers customizable lock durations and schedules, ensuring boundaries are enforced without negotiation.

**Highlights:** Strict app blocking, Customizable lock durations, Automatic scheduling, Cold turkey focus mode, Dopamine detox support, ADHD-friendly focus aid, One-tap recovery

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Core Time Pro (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Core Time Pro (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Scrollcut free?

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

### Is Core Time free?

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

### Do Scrollcut or Core Time have ads?

Neither Scrollcut nor Core Time shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Scrollcut or Core Time?

Scrollcut ships an update every 4 days, and Core Time weekly. Most recently, Scrollcut was updated on October 11, 2026 and Core Time on October 1, 2026.

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