# Frogged vs Strict App Blocker

The clearest difference is rating: Strict App Blocker at 5.0 against Frogged's 3.0. Strict App Blocker also leads on ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (every 3 days vs every 3 weeks). On price, ratings volume, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Frogged sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days and Strict App Blocker sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Strict App Blocker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Frogged ships an update every 3 weeks, Strict App Blocker every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Frogged | Strict App Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frogged-screen-time-control/id6755905897/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strict-app-blockerblock-apps/id6804847493/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 93 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hubert Sosnicki](https://appshunter.io/developer/1712016039) | [Casebuddy Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/6783544368) |

## What reviewers say

### Frogged

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/frogged-screen-time-control/id6755905897)

This app intervenes when you're about to waste time on your phone, blocking access to distracting apps and interrupting mindless scrolling. It's designed for users who struggle to control their screen time and want a more assertive approach than gentle reminders.

**Highlights:** Blocks access to distracting apps, Interrupts mindless scrolling, Targets compulsive habits, Calls out time-wasting behavior, Offers a free trial

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro | $6.99 | per month |
| Pro | $19.99 | per year |
| Frogged | $49.99 | per year |


### Strict App Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strict-app-blockerblock-apps/id6804847493)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by setting daily limits or blocking specific applications during designated hours. Features include a countdown timer, a strict "hard mode" for complete blocking, and a grayscale option to discourage usage. It offers a ten-day training period to build new habits.

**Highlights:** Daily time limits for apps, Scheduled app blocking (Hard Mode), Grayscale mode for usage deterrence, Strict training mode to lock settings, Sixty-day usage history, No account required, data stays on device

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A small tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| A good tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| A generous tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| A very generous tip | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Frogged free?

Frogged is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Strict App Blocker free?

Strict App Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Frogged or Strict App Blocker?

Strict App Blocker is rated higher. Frogged averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Strict App Blocker averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Frogged or Strict App Blocker have ads?

Frogged shows ads; Strict App Blocker does not.

### Which is updated more often, Frogged or Strict App Blocker?

Frogged ships an update every 3 weeks, and Strict App Blocker every 3 days. Most recently, Frogged was updated on October 23, 2026 and Strict App Blocker on October 10, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*