Comparison

squat to scroll vs Koala

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

Head to head
About

squat to scroll

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by requiring you to complete squat challenges to unlock access to selected apps. It encourages discipline, reduces addictive scrolling, and incorporates healthy exercise into your daily routine.

Highlights
  • Squat challenges to unlock apps
  • Time-limited app access
  • Builds discipline
  • Incorporates exercise
  • Privacy-focused on-device processing
  • Free mode available
Features
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Tired of wasting endless hours on social media? booty lock helps you take back control of your screen time — while keeping your body active and healthy. Here’s how it works: your selected apps are locked by default. To unlock them, you first need to complete a short squat challenge. Once you finish, you get a time-limited window (by default 30 minutes) to use your apps. When the window ends, the lock returns — and the only way forward is to squat again. Simple, effective, and good for both your mind and your body. Why it’s useful Builds discipline and reduces addictive scrolling. Adds short bursts of healthy exercise into your day. Turns screen time into something you have to “earn.” Helps you spend less time scrolling and more time moving. Privacy First Everything happens on your device only. Your video, movement data, and activity never leave your iPhone. No servers, no tracking, no third-party storage. Free Mode You can always use the free squat mode — just open the app and do your squats for a quick health boost without any timers or restrictions. Some features in this app require a subscription or a one-time lifetime purchase. These include: Set your own squat count. Adjust the unlock timer length to fit your lifestyle. You can access these features by starting a free trial, subscribing, or purchasing a lifetime plan. With booty lock, less screen time means more strength, more focus, and more balance in your life. Squat first, scroll later. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.bootylock.app/privacy

About

Koala

Features
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Your morning alarm goes off. You grab your phone to check the time... and suddenly it's noon and you've been doom-scrolling for 3 hours. Sound familiar? Meet Koala. The screen time app that's actually fun to use - because breaking up with your phone shouldn't feel like a breakup. ► WHAT REAL USERS ARE SAYING ◀ "Downloaded this to block TikTok for an hour. It's been 3 weeks and I've read 4 books. Send help (actually don't, I'm thriving)" - Emma "The 'dopamine slot machine broke' message made me laugh so hard I forgot I was trying to open Instagram" - Jake "My screen time went from 8 hours to 2 hours. My boss thinks I got a promotion. I just got a koala." - Sarah "Finally an app that doesn't guilt-trip me. It just shows me a sad koala and honestly that hits different." - Mike ► WHY KOALA WORKS ◀ Be more present with friends and family Actually finish that book you started 6 months ago Sleep better without late-night scrolling Feel accomplished instead of anxious Rediscover hobbies you forgot you loved ► FEATURES ◀ Set App Limits for Your Most Distracting Apps You know that one app that steals hours from your life? Set how long you can use it and how many times you can open it. When you hit your limit, Koala steps in with a gentle (and hilarious) reminder that the "dopamine slot machine broke." Schedule Your Focus Sessions Your gym sessions got more disciplined with scheduled blocking. Set start and end times for your most productive hours - whether that's 9pm-6am to protect your sleep, or 9am-12pm for deep work. Koala handles the rest. Or Just Block Now Need to focus RIGHT NOW? One tap and your distracting apps are blocked. Perfect for when you need to cram for that exam or actually reply to those emails. AI-Powered Focus Score Your personal focus score shows exactly how your day is going. Watch your koala transform from zen to scattered based on your phone usage. It's like a mood ring, but for your productivity. Koala Insights See which app is stealing your attention this hour, which one you keep picking up, and which one won't stop buzzing you. Knowledge is power. Track Your Progress Detailed charts show where your time actually goes. Daily and weekly breakdowns help you spot patterns and make changes. Maintain Streaks & Earn Eucalyptus Leaves Complete sessions to earn eucalyptus leaves. Maintain streaks by completing at least one session daily. Because who doesn't want to feed a virtual koala? Private and Safe Your data never leaves your device. We use Apple's official Screen Time APIs - no sketchy workarounds, no data harvesting. Your browsing history is YOUR business. *All features described above require a paid subscription* ► CONTACT US ◀ Questions? Koala things to share? koala@threesixlabs.org ► TERMS, PRIVACY & CONDITIONS ◀ https://koala.threesixlabs.org/terms https://koala.threesixlabs.org/privacy https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

squat to scroll4 screens
Koala4 screens

Verdict

The call

squat to scroll and Koala are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. squat to scroll sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days and Koala sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $29.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
squat to scroll versus Koala: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
Parametersquat to scrollKoala
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.2
Further details — not scored
Size14 MB83 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTIMUR MEZHETDINOVThreeSix Labs, Inc.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

squat to scroll

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly$6.997 Days
  • Yearly7 Days trial$27.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$34.99
2 purchases

Koala

Subscriptions2
  • Koala Pro$29.991 Year
  • Koala Pro - 3 Day Trial3 Days trial$39.991 Year

Questions

Is squat to scroll free?
squat to scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Koala free?
Koala is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do squat to scroll or Koala have ads?
Neither squat to scroll nor Koala shows ads.

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