# BreakOff vs LockBuddy

The clearest difference is rating: BreakOff at 4.8 against LockBuddy's 2.0. BreakOff also leads on ratings volume (15 vs 1). LockBuddy's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. BreakOff sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. LockBuddy asks for nothing beyond the download.

BreakOff holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BreakOff has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | BreakOff | LockBuddy |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (15 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakoff-block-apps-together/id6751491331/reviews)** | [2.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockbuddy-screen-time-lock/id6785063991/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **15** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 90.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 74 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BreakOff LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1871775658) | [KRISHNA PINNAMANENI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1880298048) |

## What reviewers say

### BreakOff

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/breakoff-block-apps-together/id6751491331)

This app enforces app blocking and scheduled focus sessions using Apple's Screen Time API. It helps users build better digital habits through customizable schedules, locked breaks, and progress tracking. An optional Pro version offers advanced scheduling and more emergency breaks.

**Highlights:** Enforced app blocking via Screen Time API, Customizable daily/weekly schedules, Locked breaks to prevent early termination, Emergency breaks for urgent needs, Streak tracking and progress visualization, Customizable app groups and shield screens

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BreakOff Pro | $4.99 | per month |
| BreakOff Pro Annual Deal | $39.99 | per year |
| BreakOff Pro Annual | $49.99 | per year |


### LockBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockbuddy-screen-time-lock/id6785063991)

This app helps you enforce your own Screen Time limits by locking distracting applications. It allows you to set daily limits, create strict lock days, and even designate a trusted person as a Guardian for added accountability. It's designed for adults seeking fewer loopholes in managing their digital habits.

**Highlights:** Per-app daily limits, Strict lock for no-change days, Local Guardian Code for protected edits, Break passes for emergencies, Shareable unlock request messages, Local event log

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is BreakOff free?

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

### Is LockBuddy free?

LockBuddy is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, BreakOff or LockBuddy?

BreakOff is rated higher. BreakOff averages 4.8 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while LockBuddy averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do BreakOff or LockBuddy have ads?

Neither BreakOff nor LockBuddy shows ads.

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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.*