# PhoneLess vs LessScroll

The clearest difference is ads: LessScroll at none against PhoneLess's shown. LessScroll also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 10 days). PhoneLess's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PhoneLess sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and LessScroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for PhoneLess against 5.0 for LessScroll. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

PhoneLess ships an update every 10 days, LessScroll every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | PhoneLess | LessScroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phoneless-reduce-screen-time/id6756626825/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lessscroll/id6760659658/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 231 MB | 10 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Daniel Martinez Suriol](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861899644) | [Yohanan Negash](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885572283) |

## What reviewers say

### PhoneLess

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/phoneless-reduce-screen-time/id6756626825)

This app helps you reduce screen time by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers various methods to build healthier phone habits, including physical blockers and community support. Track your progress and engage in challenges to make digital wellbeing a sustainable lifestyle.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Physical blocking with NFC accessory (Poff), Community support and accountability groups, Habit tracking and progress visualization, Gamified challenges and rewards, Customizable focus periods

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PhoneLess Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| PhoneLess Pro Weekly | $3.49 | per 7 days |
| PhoneLess Pro Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| PhoneLess Pro Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| PhoneLess Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| PhoneLess Pro Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Group Pro Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| PhoneLess Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| PhoneLess Pro Yearly (Limited-Time) | $53.99 | per year |
| PhoneLess Pro Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| PhoneLess Pro Yearly | $76.99 | per year |
| Group Pro Yearly | $99.99 | per year |


### LessScroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lessscroll/id6760659658)

This app helps you reduce screen time by blocking distracting applications during focused work or study sessions. You can set timers, choose specific apps to block, and track your progress with achievements and streaks. All data remains on your device for privacy.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Set custom session timers, Predefined session presets, Track reclaimed hours, Daily streaks and achievements, Privacy-focused data handling

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Yearly 50% | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is PhoneLess free?

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

### Is LessScroll free?

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

### Which has better reviews, PhoneLess or LessScroll?

PhoneLess and LessScroll are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do PhoneLess or LessScroll have ads?

PhoneLess shows ads; LessScroll does not.

### Which is updated more often, PhoneLess or LessScroll?

PhoneLess ships an update every 10 days, and LessScroll every 4 days. Most recently, PhoneLess was updated on October 30, 2026 and LessScroll on October 7, 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.*