Screen Time Control MindShield vs ScrollGuard
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Screen Time Control MindShield
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Take back control of your time and your mind with MindShield – the ultimate focus companion designed to help you stay productive, reduce screen time, and improve your mental well-being. Whether you’re working, studying, or simply trying to be more present, MindShield helps you limit access to distracting apps and focus on what really matters. Key Features: • App Blocking: Temporarily block access to selected apps to remove distractions during your focus sessions. • Custom Focus Profiles: Create personalized profiles with different app lists and durations to match your routine. • Streaks & Talismans: Stay motivated by earning unique talismans and unlocking new levels as you maintain your focus streaks. • Breathing & Calm Screen: Reduce anxiety with guided breathing exercises and mindfulness tools. • Smart Notifications: Get notified when your focus session ends, so you can return to your apps guilt-free. • Security: Protect your app with Face ID or biometrics. Why Choose MindShield: • Boost Productivity: Get more done in less time by removing distractions. • Digital Detox: Reduce screen time and break unhealthy social media habits. • Improve Mental Health: Focus sessions and breathing exercises help reduce anxiety and bring mental clarity. Start your journey to better focus, healthier habits, and a calmer mind today. Download the app for free and explore limited features. Access full features with a subscription. This app offers auto-renewing subscriptions. Payments will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Privacy Policy: https://doc-hosting.flycricket.io/app/3eda98dd-0b07-4f65-9434-fe772dfcc860/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Connect with me: X: https://x.com/w12_dev_apps Instagram: https://instagram.com/w12.devapps Tik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@w12.devapps Youtube: https://youtube.com/@w12.devapps Threads: https://threads.net/@w12.devapps
ScrollGuard
This tool helps reduce mindless social media consumption by hiding addictive elements like feeds and short video sections within a browser. It allows users to selectively filter content, keeping essential features while minimizing distractions and the urge to scroll endlessly.
- Hide Reels, Stories, and Explore pages
- Toggle content elements on/off
- Set unlimited custom filters (premium)
- Filters content within Safari browser
- Retains useful social media features
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ScrollGuard helps you cut down on mindless screen time so you can use social media to stay connected, without getting sucked into the endless feed. Instead of blocking entire sites or apps, ScrollGuard uses a Safari browser extension to hide the most addictive parts of social media websites: endless feeds, Reels, Stories, Explore pages and other attention traps. Because it filters content directly in the browser, you don’t have to lock yourself out of your accounts, rely on willpower, or delete anything. You keep the useful parts, without the constant pull to keep scrolling. You choose what to hide, so you can still get value from social media without getting trapped in the scroll. Features: Hide Reels, Stories, Explore and other addictive sections of popular social platforms Toggle each element on or off with simple switches Premium Features: Set unlimited custom filters Terms of Use: https://scrollguard.app/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: ScrollGuard at every 9 days against Screen Time Control MindShield's every 8 months. On price, ads, 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
Both are free to download. Screen Time Control MindShield sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and ScrollGuard sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Screen Time Control MindShield ships an update every 8 months, ScrollGuard every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on September 19, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Screen Time Control MindShield | ScrollGuard |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 4.2 (97 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 53.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 97 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 34 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | W12 Consultoria | BreakTheScroll |
In-app purchases
Screen Time Control MindShield
- Monthly PRO$2.991 Month
- Annual PRO3 Days trial$12.991 Year
- Lifetime PRO$19.99
ScrollGuard
- ScrollGuard Pro$3.991 Month
- ScrollGuard Pro7 Days trial$19.991 Year
- ScrollGuard Pro7 Days trial$29.991 Year
- ScrollGuard Pro$59.99
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