Halo vs ZoneBlock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Halo
This app automatically limits distracting applications when you enter predefined locations like your desk or library. It helps you achieve focus for studying, deep work, or sleep without relying solely on willpower. Set up custom zones and track your progress towards healthier screen habits.
- Location-based focus zones
- Automatic app blocking
- Customizable screen time goals
- Streak tracking for consistency
- Preset focus modes (Study, Deep Work, Sleep)
- Dark theme support
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Halo helps you stay focused by turning places into focus zones. When you're in a zone like your desk, library, or bedroom, distracting apps are automatically limited. No willpower required. Just set it and forget it. HOW IT WORKS • FOCUS ZONES: Draw zones on a map (home, office, café, campus) and set when they’re active. Focus mode turns on when you’re there. • APP BLOCKING: Block social media, video, games, and other distracting apps—only in your zones. Uses Apple Screen Time, so you stay in control. • SCREEN TIME GOALS: Set daily limits and see how you’re doing. Your Halo level reflects your progress. • STREAKS: Build streaks with daily check-ins. Stay consistent and grow your streak over time. STUDY • DEEP WORK • SLEEP Use presets for Study, Deep Work, or Sleep—or create custom zones with your own rules. PERFECT FOR • Students studying at the library or at home • Workers doing deep work at the office • Anyone who wants healthier screen habits • People who struggle with phone distractions Dark theme. Simple setup. Your data stays on your device. Premium subscription required to unlock zone-based blocking, unlimited focus zones, screen time stats, focus streaks, and background enforcement. Free trial available; subscriptions auto-renew until cancelled and can be managed in your Apple ID settings. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
ZoneBlock
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LOCATION-BASED APP BLOCKING ZoneBlock automatically blocks distracting apps and websites when you enter specific locations. Create zones at work, school, gym, or anywhere you need to stay focused. WEBSITE BLOCKING Block distracting websites across all browsers and apps. Add individual domains or choose from preset categories: - Social Media (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, TikTok) - Video Streaming (YouTube, Netflix, Twitch) - News Sites - Shopping Sites - Gaming Sites SMART ZONE MANAGEMENT - Set custom radius for each zone (50m to 5km) - Choose between Block mode or Allow Only mode - View detailed zone information and history - Edit zones only when disabled for safety - 3-hour delay for zone changes (or instant for $0.99) STRAIGHT MODE Quick-access blocking without location requirements. Perfect for spontaneous focus sessions. - Select apps and websites to block - One-tap activation from home screen - 3-hour delay before turning off (free) - Instant turn-off available for $0.99 DRIVING MODE Automatically blocks apps while driving to keep you safe on the road. Uses motion detection to activate. MEETING MODE Block distractions during calendar events. Integrates with your calendar for automatic activation. PREMIUM FEATURES - Unlimited zones (free users get 3) - Advanced analytics and charts - Smart suggestions based on usage - Achievement system - Priority support PRIVACY FIRST - All blocking happens on your device - No data collection or tracking - Screen Time API for secure app blocking - Local DNS filtering for website blocking Perfect for: - Students staying focused during study sessions - Professionals blocking distractions at work - Parents managing screen time - Anyone building better digital habits Download ZoneBlock and take control of your digital life. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Halo at 16.0 against ZoneBlock's 18.6. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Halo sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and ZoneBlock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Halo ships an update every 9 days, ZoneBlock every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 14, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Halo | ZoneBlock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (14 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 18.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 37 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Halo Labs LLC | Pavlo Hurkovskyi |
In-app purchases
Halo
- Halo Pro Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
- Halo Pro Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
ZoneBlock
- Premium Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
- Premium Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year







