Screen Time Control vs ROUNDS
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Screen Time Control
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SugarLock is the app lock for iPhone that makes screen time control rewarding. Unlike typical app blockers that just restrict access, SugarLock gamifies digital wellness by connecting your phone usage to physical activity. Lock apps you choose, unlock them by walking – it's that simple. Transform your iPhone into a minimalist phone that rewards healthy behavior instead of mindless scrolling. TWO WAYS TO LOCK APPS & BUILD BETTER HABITS Choose the quest mode that fits your lifestyle: FOOD QUEST MODE - Perfect for Meal-Based Routines • Take a photo of your meal to start a quest • Selected apps lock for 3-4 hours • Walk to progressively unlock each app • Recognizes 300+ foods with AI (pizza, salad, sushi, and more) • Flexible timing based on when you eat • Combines food awareness with post-meal activity Want to create a dumb phone experience after eating? Food Quest transforms your phone into a movement-driven device that only unlocks as you walk. DAILY QUEST MODE - Classic App Locker with a Twist • All selected apps automatically lock at midnight • Walk throughout the day to unlock them progressively • Each app has its own step goal • Hit your daily targets for full access • Perfect for building consistent routines • Traditional screen time control meets fitness gamification Daily Quest is the ultimate minimalist phone solution – your apps stay locked until you've earned them through movement. POWERFUL APP LOCK FEATURES Smart App Selection • Choose exactly which apps to lock (social media, games, news, etc.) • Premium: Unlimited app blocking • Works with any iPhone app Real-Time Tracking • HealthKit integration for accurate step counting • Live progress bars show unlock status • Quest history with statistics • 7-day activity charts • Current streak tracking You Stay in Control • Emergency override phrase for urgent access • Switch quest modes (24-hour cooldown prevents gaming the system) • Customize step goals per app • Full control over which apps to lock/unlock Food Recognition Technology • Built-in AI recognizes 300+ foods • Pizza, burgers, salads, sushi, tacos, and more • Food photos saved to your library for meal tracking • Optional feature (Daily Quest works without it) Beautiful Design • Clean, motivating interface • Animated progress indicators • Quest completion celebrations • Dark mode support • Intuitive onboarding WHY SUGARLOCK IS DIFFERENT Most app lockers and screen time control apps just block access. That's frustrating and often leads to disabling the blocker entirely. SugarLock flips the script: every app unlock is earned through physical activity. This creates positive reinforcement – you WANT to walk because it unlocks your apps. The result? Less phone addiction, more movement, better habits. It's the perfect balance between a minimalist phone experience and staying connected when you need to be. IDEAL FOR: Breaking phone addiction and doomscrolling Building a healthier relationship with your device Post-meal walking habits (great for digestion & wellness) Creating intentional "dumb phone" time Productivity and deep focus sessions Digital minimalism without going extreme Combining fitness goals with screen time management Anyone wanting an app locker that actually works PRIVACY & SECURITY Your data, your device, your control: • All data stored locally on your iPhone • No account required • No data collected or sold • HealthKit data never leaves your device • Photos saved to your library only • Complete transparency We don't track you, monitor you, or monetize your data. Period. HEALTHKIT INTEGRATION SugarLock reads your step count via Apple HealthKit to track quest progress and unlock apps. Your health data remains private on your device and is never shared with third parties. Terms of Use: https://rudeus.io/sugarlock/terms.html Privacy Policy: https://rudeus.io/sugarlock/privacy.html
ROUNDS
This app transforms shadow boxing into a convenient, equipment-free workout. It uses your phone's camera to track punches, count reps, and monitor pace, offering various training modes and progress tracking. Share your workout summaries and compete with friends.
- Real-time punch detection
- Rep counting and pace tracking
- Multiple training modes (Free Spar, Challenge, Reflex, etc.)
- Workout session history and progress tracking
- Shareable workout summaries and videos
- Game Center integration for leaderboards
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ROUNDS turns your iPhone into a live punch counter and round timer for shadow boxing and conditioning. On-device camera tracking counts punches and supported movements while you train. No bag, wearable, or Apple Watch required. PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN. START TRAINING. ROUNDS handles the timer, punch count, transitions, and spoken guidance so you can focus on the work. BUILT AROUND YOUR WEEK Tell ROUNDS your goal, experience, and how many nights you can train. You get a fight card with your rounds, training days, and a first milestone, plus optional reminders scheduled on your phone. TRAIN YOUR WAY • Start My Rounds: One tap starts your plan. No setup. • Free Spar: Boxing rounds with live punch counting, pace, round length, and rest. • Custom Session: Mix Free Spar, conditioning, Freestyle, and Rest blocks in any order with time or rep targets. Repeat for up to 24 rounds with a subscription. • Endurance: Keep punching and track total output and pace. • Repeat Workout: Start again with the exact setup from a past session. CONDITIONING Push-ups, Squats, Squat Jumps, Burpees, Jumping Jacks, Jump Rope, High Knees, Lateral Hops, and Butt Kicks are counted live by the camera. Freestyle and Rest are timed. REPLAYS AND AUTO-SAVE Recording is optional and off by default. Save a screen replay, with or without microphone audio. Turn on Auto-save to Photos and your result card and replay save the moment you finish. ROUNDS only asks to add to Photos. It cannot see your library. PUNCH GAMES Reflex, Spar Invaders, and Pad Strike add quick target-based rounds for fun and reactions. TRACK REAL PROGRESS • Session history and weekly attendance • Round-by-round punch output and boxing pace • Conditioning reps and work time • Comparisons between matching workouts • Result cards to save and share • Game Center rankings and friend challenges • Fight Night design in dark and light TRY ROUNDS Complete three Free Spar or Custom Sessions of up to three rounds before choosing a subscription. The practice round in onboarding doesn't count. Eligible users can start a free trial. Pricing, billing, and trial details are shown before purchase. PRIVACY BY DESIGN Pose analysis and punch detection happen on your device. No account required. ROUNDS does not collect camera footage, pose data, microphone content, or names for analytics. ACCURACY Counts are training estimates, not official scoring. Lighting, framing, angle, and speed affect accuracy. For best results, stand 6 to 8 feet back, keep your body visible, and use a simple background. Train in a clear space and stop if you feel pain or discomfort. Make every round count. Privacy Policy: https://www.wastedrabbits.com/products/rounds-shadow-boxing#privacy Terms of Use: https://www.wastedrabbits.com/products/rounds-shadow-boxing#terms
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Verdict
Screen Time Control and ROUNDS 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
Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and ROUNDS sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | Screen Time Control | ROUNDS |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (5 ratings) — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 5 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 13 MB | 24 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Timothy Sison | Wasted Rabbits |
In-app purchases
Screen Time Control
- SugarLock Premium Weekly3 Days trial$2.997 Days
- SugarLock Premium Yearly$19.991 Year
ROUNDS
- Spar Pro7 Days trial$7.991 Month
- Spar Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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