Comparison

Dopamind vs CTRL

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

Head to head
About

Dopamind

Features
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Most screen time apps make you feel like a failure. Dopamind doesn't. Instead of guilt, streaks, or anxiety-inducing graphs, Dopamind gives you one calm number every day, your DopaScore. It tells you how your day went, what moved the needle, and what you can do differently tomorrow. No lectures. No shame. YOUR DAILY DOPASCORE Every day starts at 100. Your score adjusts based on how you actually use your phone, total screen time, app blocking attempts, late-night scrolling, and recovery moments. Tap your score to see exactly what affected it. It's your personal digital wellness checkup, recalculated throughout the day. FOCUS RULES THAT WORK Set a rule once and never think about it again. Block distracting apps during work hours, wind down before bed, or limit social media to a set number of minutes. Dopamind uses Apple's Screen Time API to enforce rules at the system level. Apps are actually blocked, not just flagged. No workarounds. BREATHING SESSIONS When you do take a break, Dopamind offers guided breathing exercises right inside the app. Short sessions designed to reset your attention and earn recovery points that improve your DopaScore. YOUR WEEK, VISUALIZED The Rhythm screen shows your entire week as a visual calendar, daily usage, patterns, and trends at a glance. Watch the pattern shift as your habits change. No spreadsheets, no overwhelming data dumps. DESIGNED TO FEEL DIFFERENT Dopamind looks and feels nothing like a typical productivity app. The interface is calm, editorial, and intentional. Inspired by print magazines, not dashboards. Every screen is designed to lower your stress, not raise it. PRIVACY FIRST Your screen time data stays on your device and in your private account. Dopamind never sells your data, never shows ads, and never shares your usage with third parties. Your relationship with your phone is your business. WHAT YOU GET - DopaScore: one number that captures your entire day - Focus Rules: block apps by schedule or usage limit - Breathing sessions: guided exercises to reset focus - Weekly rhythm view: your habits visualized as a calendar - Late-night tracking: see how bedtime scrolling affects your score - App usage breakdown: know exactly where your time goes PRICING Dopamind is free to download with a 7-day free trial. After the trial, choose Monthly ($4.99/mo) or Annual ($29.99/yr - save 50%). Cancel anytime. Your phone isn't the enemy. Your habits are the opportunity. Dopamind helps you see them clearly and change them quietly. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://www.dopamax.life/privacy.html

About

CTRL

Block distracting apps, build focus streaks, and reclaim hours from mindless scrolling. Track your progress with a dashboard and celebrate milestones. Customize your focus sessions to fit your life.

Highlights
  • App Blocking
  • Time Reclaimed Tracking
  • Streak Tracking
  • Customizable Focus Sessions
  • Progress Dashboard
  • Milestone Celebrations
Features
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CTRL helps you block distractions, focus on what matters, and reclaim hours from mindless scrolling. Track exactly how much time you've saved, block distracting apps, build daily streaks, and watch your focus compound into real progress. What You Get: • App Blocking: Block Instagram, TikTok, and other distracting apps during focus sessions. When you try to open them, CTRL reminds you why you're staying focused. • Time Reclaimed: See exactly how many hours you've saved by staying off distracting apps. Real numbers, real progress. • Streak Tracking: Build momentum day by day. Your streak grows every time you stick to your focus sessions—and you'll see it climb in real time. • Focus Sessions: Set custom focus periods and CTRL locks down your most distracting apps until the session ends. No willpower needed. • Progress Dashboard: Track your daily wins, weekly totals, and monthly patterns. See what times you're most vulnerable to distractions and adjust. • Celebration Milestones: Hit 7 days, 30 days, 100 days—CTRL celebrates every win with you. Each milestone unlocks insights to keep you going. • Fully Customizable: Choose which apps to block, set your own focus goals, and personalize your dashboard. CTRL adapts to your life, not the other way around. Payment is charged to your App Store account upon confirmation. CTRL Plus renews automatically unless turned off in your account settings at least 24 hours before renewal. Any unused trial period is forfeited upon upgrading. All recommendations and suggestions are intended for informational & entertainment purposes only. Please consult a qualified mental health professional for personalized guidance and support. TERMS OF USE: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Dopamind4 screens
CTRL4 screens

Verdict

The call

Dopamind and CTRL 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. Dopamind sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and CTRL sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Dopamind versus CTRL: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDopamindCTRL
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.1 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size64 MB52 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShubham PolCTRL Screen Time

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Dopamind

Subscriptions2
  • Dopamind Unlimited7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Dopamind Unlimited$29.991 Year
2 purchases

CTRL

Subscriptions2
  • CTRL Pro$19.991 Month
  • CTRL Pro3 Days trial$107.991 Year

Questions

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

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