Comparison

FocusControl vs Screen Time Limit

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

Head to head
About

FocusControl

Features
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Stay Focused. Take Back Control. Distractions are everywhere. Social media, games, entertainment apps, and constant notifications can make it harder to concentrate on the things that actually matter. FocusControl helps you reduce digital distractions by blocking selected apps during your focus sessions. Choose the apps you want to stay away from, start a session, and give yourself uninterrupted time to work, study, read, or simply disconnect. Block Distracting Apps Select the apps that tend to distract you and block them during your focus sessions. FocusControl helps create a distraction-free environment so you can stay committed to what you’re doing. Focus When It Matters Create focused time whenever you need it. Whether you’re working from home, studying for an exam, reading a book, completing an important task, or taking a break from your phone, FocusControl helps you stay on track. Build Better Digital Habits Intentional app usage can make it easier to spend less time on distracting apps and more time on meaningful activities. Use FocusControl to create consistent focus routines and develop healthier digital habits. Simple & Easy to Use FocusControl is designed to keep things simple. Choose your distracting apps, start a focus session, and get back to what matters without complicated setup. Privacy First FocusControl uses Apple’s Screen Time and Device Activity frameworks to provide app-blocking functionality on your device. Your focus sessions are designed with privacy in mind. No ads. No unnecessary data tracking. No complicated setup. Perfect For β€’ Work and productivity β€’ Remote work and deep focus β€’ Students and exam preparation β€’ Reading and studying β€’ Reducing social media distractions β€’ Limiting gaming and entertainment β€’ Digital wellbeing β€’ Mindful phone use β€’ Creating better focus routines Key Features β€’ Block distracting apps during focus sessions β€’ Choose which apps to restrict β€’ Create intentional focus periods β€’ Simple and clean interface β€’ Built around Apple Screen Time technologies β€’ Privacy-focused experience β€’ No ads Stop distractions before they take your attention. Use FocusControl to create focused time, reduce unwanted screen time, and make your iPhone work better for your goals. Download FocusControl and take control of your attention. Automatic Renewable Subscription Disclaimer β€’ Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. β€’ The subscription automatically renews unless auto-renewal is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period. β€’ Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of your current subscription period. β€’ You can manage your subscriptions and turn off auto-renewal through your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://habbithubdevelopers.com/legal/app-blocker-focuson-privacy.html Terms of Service: https://habbithubdevelopers.com/legal/app-blocker-focuson-terms.html

About

Screen Time Limit

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ScrollLess is a screen time limit app that helps you stop doomscrolling β€” for real. Pick the apps that pull you in: social media, short videos, games, anything. Choose how much time you want to spend on them each day. When your time is up, ScrollLess locks them until tomorrow. HOW IT WORKS β€’ Select the apps and categories you want to limit β€’ Set a daily time limit that feels right β€’ Get a heads-up a few minutes before you reach it β€’ When time runs out, a lock screen stops the scroll 15 MORE MINUTES, ONLY WHEN IT MATTERS Life happens. From the lock screen you can take 15 more minutes, up to 3 times a day. Every break is a small pause to ask yourself: is this scroll really worth it? STRICT MODE For days with no excuses. While Strict Mode is on, tracking can't be turned off, your limit can't be raised and apps can't be removed until tomorrow. BUILT ON SCREEN TIME β€’ Uses Apple's Screen Time framework on your iPhone β€’ Your app usage data stays on your device β€’ See today's usage and time left at a glance β€’ Focus Mode timer for deep work β€’ Turn off all tracking anytime (unless Strict Mode is on) ScrollLess Pro unlocks daily limits, the lock screen, extra-time breaks and Strict Mode. Scroll less. Live more. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/ec02595b-90a0-4187-b1ac-50f4ffcab52c Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/ec92399e-b7a3-48de-8020-590aeaccc8f2

Screenshots

FocusControl4 screens
Screen Time Limit3 screens

Verdict

The call

FocusControl and Screen Time Limit are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters β€” price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. FocusControl sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Screen Time Limit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FocusControl ships an update every 2 weeks, Screen Time Limit every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
FocusControl versus Screen Time Limit: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusControlScreen Time Limit
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad β€” better
Requires iOS17.617.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size11 MB33 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperHabbitHubabdullah zubeyir ceylan

In-app purchases

2 purchases

FocusControl

Subscriptions2
  • Upgrade to premium monthly$3.991 Month
  • Upgrade to premium yearly$29.991 Year
2 purchases

Screen Time Limit

Subscriptions2
  • ScrollLess Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • ScrollLess Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is FocusControl free?
FocusControl is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Time Limit free?
Screen Time Limit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FocusControl or Screen Time Limit have ads?
Neither FocusControl nor Screen Time Limit shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FocusControl or Screen Time Limit?
FocusControl ships an update every 2 weeks, and Screen Time Limit every 9 days. Most recently, FocusControl was updated on October 14, 2026 and Screen Time Limit on October 5, 2026.

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