Comparison

App Blocker vs ScrollSteps

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

Head to head
About

App Blocker

Features
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App Blocker for Dopamine Detox – Screen Time Control and Limit Your brain deserves a reset. Every day millions of people wake up, grab their phone, and fall into endless scrolling on social media. Hours are lost to Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, games, and useless notifications. If you’ve ever thought “I just want to stay focused, work with energy, and stop wasting my time” — this is the app designed for you. App Blocker for Dopamine Detox is a smart tool that combines Screen Time Control and Limit with powerful productivity features. It helps you block distractions in one tap, stop morning scrolling habits, pause social media apps, and silence notifications that drain your focus. With flexible timers, daily schedules, and applocker functionality, you gain full control over how and when you use your phone. Why choose App Blocker for Dopamine Detox: * Block toxic apps on schedule – set custom hours to lock social media, games, or any apps that harm your focus * Stop morning scrolling habit – start your day fresh, without wasting time on endless feeds * Pause distractions instantly – one tap and your apps are locked, your brain stays clear, and your focus grows * Silence useless notifications – free your mind from constant buzzing and alerts * Screen Time Control and Limit – track, manage, and reduce your phone usage every day * Track your saved hours – see how much time you’ve gained back with detailed graphs and statistics * Stay productive all day – build routines for work, study, or evening rest without the urge to scroll Unlike simple applockers, this app focuses on your dopamine detox journey. It’s not just about blocking apps — it’s about building healthier digital habits, reducing daily stress, and learning how to stay focused when it really matters. By combining lock, pause, and timer features, it gives you the structure to take back control of your digital life. Perfect for: * Students who need to concentrate on study sessions without constant social media distractions * Professionals who want to boost productivity and reduce wasted phone time during working hours * Anyone practicing digital detox or self-control routines to improve daily habits and mental health * People who want to pause scrolling in the evening and enjoy time with family, hobbies, or real rest Imagine the difference: instead of spending 3 hours every night on your phone, you see that time drop in your graphs. Instead of feeling drained by social media, you end your day energized, calm, and in control. That’s what App Blocker for Dopamine Detox delivers. With clear statistics, simple design, and reliable app blocking, you’ll build momentum day by day. Stop the cycle of distraction and take back your focus. Your digital life doesn’t have to control you — with Screen Time Control and Limit, you decide when to stay connected and when to disconnect. Your brain deserves a reset. Start today. Block distractions in one tap, track your progress, and enjoy the freedom of real focus. Download App Blocker for Dopamine Detox now and begin your journey to productivity, balance, and better habits.

About

ScrollSteps

This app locks distracting applications, requiring users to walk a set number of steps to earn screen time. It encourages users to be more intentional with their phone usage by gamifying physical activity. Turn your phone into a tool for progress by walking more and scrolling less.

Highlights
  • Earn screen time through walking
  • Locks distracting apps
  • Gamified physical activity
  • Promotes intentional phone use
  • Reduces doomscrolling
  • Subscription-based premium features
Features
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ScrollSteps turns walking into the only way to unlock your most distracting apps. Instead of relying on willpower, you earn screen time by moving: every 100 steps = 1 minute of access. If you haven’t walked enough, your apps stay locked. Take a short walk, earn minutes, and come back with intention instead of falling into a doomscrolling spiral in social media. Walk more, scroll less, and turn your phone into a tool that nudges you toward a better life. Stop doomscrolling. Start doing. All that lost time could’ve been progress—and your future still can be. 

SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION A ScrollSteps SUBSCRIPTION is required to unlock and enjoy all features. ScrollSteps is free to download, and you can choose from the following options inside the app: * Annual subscription with free trial: Try all premium features for a limited time, then continue with an annual subscription if you don’t cancel before the trial ends. * Monthly subscription: Recurring subscription that grants full access to all premium features. * Lifetime access: One‑time purchase that unlocks all current premium features for the lifetime of the ScrollSteps app while it remains available on the App Store and is maintained by us (not your personal lifetime). Subscriptions will automatically renew unless canceled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Your Apple Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription and turn off auto‑renewal at any time in your Apple Account settings after purchase. If you start the annual free trial and subscribe before it ends, any remaining free trial period will be forfeited when your purchase is confirmed. Please review the Licensed Application End User License Agreement (EULA): Apple Standard EULA Privacy Policy: https://klncemre.github.io/steplocker-web/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://klncemre.github.io/steplocker-web/terms.html

Screenshots

App Blocker4 screens
ScrollSteps4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: App Blocker at 5.0 against ScrollSteps's 4.3. ScrollSteps's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. App Blocker sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days and ScrollSteps sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $17.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

App Blocker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

App Blocker ships an update every 4 weeks, ScrollSteps monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
App Blocker versus ScrollSteps: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApp BlockerScrollSteps
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.3 (4 ratings)
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeks — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Subscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS16.6 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size71 MB30 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperArmen DanielianEmre Kilinc

In-app purchases

2 purchases

App Blocker

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Premium7 Days trial$3.997 Days
  • Annually Premium$39.991 Year
5 purchases

ScrollSteps

Subscriptions4
  • Monthly$17.991 Month
  • Monthly Premium$17.991 Month
  • StepLocker (Annual Plan)$24.991 Year
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  • StepLocker (1 year)$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime StepLocker$39.99

Questions

Is App Blocker free?
App Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScrollSteps free?
ScrollSteps is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, App Blocker or ScrollSteps?
App Blocker is rated higher. App Blocker averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ScrollSteps averages 4.3 from 4 ratings.
Do App Blocker or ScrollSteps have ads?
App Blocker shows ads; ScrollSteps does not.
Which is updated more often, App Blocker or ScrollSteps?
App Blocker ships an update every 4 weeks, and ScrollSteps monthly. Most recently, App Blocker was updated on October 24, 2026 and ScrollSteps on October 24, 2026.

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