First Five vs Reclaim Scroll Detox
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
First Five
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Beat procrastination with science-backed micro-commitments FirstFive transforms overwhelming tasks into gentle 5-minute starts. Based on research from Tim Pychyl's Procrastination Lab and the Zeigarnik Effect, our pressure-free timer helps you bypass emotional resistance and build natural momentum. Why 5 minutes works: • 90% of people continue interrupted tasks (Zeigarnik Effect) • Micro-commitments reduce procrastination more than traditional methods • No pressure = no fight-or-flight response blocking productivity • Perfect for ADHD, autism spectrum, and anxiety-sensitive users Features: • Countdown to zero, then counts up indefinitely • No harsh alarms or forced stops • 5 beautiful themes with smooth animations • Gentle completion celebration with smile • Works with your natural rhythms, not against them Transform "I can't start" into "I'll just do 5 minutes" and watch momentum build naturally.
Reclaim Scroll Detox
This app helps you break free from addictive scrolling habits. It gently prompts you to make a conscious choice before opening distracting applications, offering a moment of reflection and the option to stay focused.
- Mindful pause before opening apps
- Option to continue or cancel app access
- App usage tracking with charts
- Inspirational quotes
- Mindful decision-making questions
- No forced blocking
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Reclaim – Detox the Scroll Habit Reclaim helps you reduce time spent on addictive apps and take back control of your day. Before opening distracting apps like Instagram or TikTok, Reclaim gently pauses you with a calming breathing animation, then lets you choose: • Continue to the app • Cancel and stay focused Track how often you open each app with clear charts and a color-coded calendar. Enable inspirational quotes and mindful questions to make smarter, more conscious decisions. No blocking. No forcing. Just awareness. Reclaim your time. Choose mindfully.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: First Five at Free against Reclaim Scroll Detox's $9.99. First Five also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On 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
First Five is free to download; Reclaim Scroll Detox costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | First Five | Reclaim Scroll Detox |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free — better | $9.99 |
| Rating | — | 2.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | — | Paid |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 26.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 4 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Mattias Ahlstrom | Reza Firouzbakht |
In-app purchases
First Five
No in-app purchases
Reclaim Scroll Detox
No in-app purchases
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