TimeX vs AppLimit
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
TimeX
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TimeX - Screen Time Control – Time Limit App Control your app & game time, set a timer, get stats and charts – start taking control of your phone screen now. Are you spending too much time on YouTube, TikTok or playing games aimlessly? With Time Limit App, you will stop letting your phone control you — and start taking control of your screen, time and focus. Time Limit App specializes in limiting app/browser time, with the ability to set a timer for each session, set a daily limit, and show you detailed statistics and time charts — helping you understand and change your digital habits intelligently. # Highlights * Set a session timer (e.g., 10 minutes) — when it's over, the app/browser will automatically lock. * Set a total daily time limit for social media, videos, games — you will no longer "unconsciously" overuse. * Detailed statistics: number of opens, total usage time, each type of application/browser. * Intuitive charts by day, week help you clearly see screen usage trends. * Set breaks between each session — avoid continuous uncontrolled use. * Auto-lock when reaching the limit — you don't have to remind yourself. * Simple interface, optimized experience, suitable for students, working people, parents. # Benefits you get * Get back in control: you define your screen usage instead of letting it define you. * Be more focused: less interrupted by social networks, meaningless videos from work or study. * Improve digital health: sleep better, less pressure, less dependent on smartphones. * Spend time on what really matters: family, hobbies, personal development. # Why choose Time Limit App? Hundreds of thousands of users have experienced and rated this as an effective tool to “free up” screen time, especially for students and parents who need to control their children. Friendly interface, quick setup, clear effectiveness. Don't let today pass by unconsciously. Download Time Limit App now and start your journey to control screen time, upgrade yourself and live more proactively.
AppLimit
This app enforces strict daily usage limits on selected applications or categories. Once a time limit is reached, access is blocked without any exceptions or extensions, helping users break habits and establish real boundaries.
- Set daily usage limits for apps/categories
- Blocks access automatically when time limit is reached
- No override, snooze, or grace periods
- Minimal setup and clean interface
- On-device only, no accounts or tracking
- Utilizes Apple Screen Time APIs for true hard stops
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AppLimit enforces app limits - without loopholes. Choose apps or categories and set a daily usage limit. When the limit is reached, access is blocked until the next reset. No “Ignore for 15 minutes.” No extensions. No exceptions. How it works: • Select the apps you want to limit • Set a daily time limit • AppLimit blocks access automatically when time is up AppLimit is intentionally opinionated. If you want reminders or flexible limits, this app is not for you. Why AppLimit? • True hard stops using Apple Screen Time APIs • No override buttons • No snooze or grace periods • Minimal setup, clean interface • On-device only - no accounts, no tracking Ideal for reducing social media overuse, breaking habits, and enforcing real boundaries. Set the limit. When time is up, it’s done. Legal and Regulatory In-app purchases and subscriptions are governed by Apple´s standard terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: TimeX at none against AppLimit's 4. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. AppLimit sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. TimeX asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | TimeX | AppLimit |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 1.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | — | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | — | 1 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 60 MB | 18 MB |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ngoc Thanh Pham | Shervin Koushan |
In-app purchases
TimeX
No in-app purchases
AppLimit
- AppLimit Pro$3.997 Days
- AppLimit Pro$99.991 Year
- Unblock one app or category$0.99
- Unblock all apps and categories$9.99









