# Arc vs Screen time control

The clearest difference is rating: Screen time control at 4.8 against Arc's 4.3. On price, ratings volume, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Arc sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Screen time control sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Screen time control holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 27 and 10 respectively.

Arc ships an update every 2 weeks, Screen time control every 9 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Arc | Screen time control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arc-screen-time-control/id6752133918/reviews) | **[4.8 (10 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-flux/id6757087769/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **27** | 10 |
| Positive reviews | 63.6% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 45 MB | 117 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Arc Labs LLC (MT)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1838190035) | [Sahar Kanias](https://appshunter.io/developer/1864406031) |

## What reviewers say

### Arc

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arc-screen-time-control/id6752133918)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by setting session limits and providing smart nudges for your to-do lists. It offers advanced analytics to understand your scrolling habits and offers AI-powered recommendations for improvement.

**Highlights:** Session limits for automatic breaks, Smart nudges for to-do reminders, Integrated to-do lists, Advanced session analytics, AI-powered recommendations, Bedtime mode with sleep reminders

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Arc Pro (Weekly) | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Arc Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Arc Pro (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |


### Screen time control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-flux/id6757087769)

This app helps you reclaim your time by blocking distracting applications and establishing healthier digital habits. It offers flexible scheduling and a streak system to encourage consistent focus, with progress tracking to visualize your achievements.

**Highlights:** Smart app blocking, Flexible scheduling, Streak system, Progress tracking, Home screen widgets, Quick timer

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

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly_Flux Premium Special | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Flux Premium | $19.99 | per year |
| Flux Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Flux Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Flux Premium Special | $29.99 | per year |
| preimium | $39.99 | per year |
| Flux Premium | $39.99 | per year |
| Flux | $89.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Arc free?

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

### Is Screen time control free?

Screen time control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Arc or Screen time control?

Screen time control is rated higher. Arc averages 4.3 out of 5 from 27 ratings, while Screen time control averages 4.8 from 10 ratings.

### Do Arc or Screen time control have ads?

Neither Arc nor Screen time control shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Arc or Screen time control?

Arc ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screen time control every 9 days. Most recently, Arc was updated on November 5, 2026 and Screen time control on November 5, 2026.

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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.*