UnloopNow vs StepTower

You know you're on your phone too much. You've tried to stop a hundred times. And lost a hundred times. Not because you're weak – but because willpower alone doesn't work. UnloopNow is different. No motivational quotes, no timer you'll ignore. Instead: real physical and psychological barriers between you and your addiction. FACE YOURSELF When the urge hits, your front camera activates. You see yourself. In that moment, you decide: really going to scroll now? Research shows that self-confrontation instantly reduces impulsive behavior. Not a gimmick – science. DO SQUATS TO UNLOCK Want to open Instagram? Do 10 squats first. Your body has to work before your brain gets the dopamine hit. This breaks automatic behavior patterns and builds healthy habits at the same time. WAIT. ON PURPOSE. App Delay forces a pause before you can access a blocked app. No instant access – you have to wait. During that time, the urge often passes on its own. LOCK YOUR APPS Choose the apps that hurt you. UnloopNow locks them through the iOS Screen Time API. No workarounds, no cheating. You set the rules – the app enforces them. TRACK YOUR PROGRESS Your streak shows how many days you've stayed strong. Share your progress with friends. Every day counts, every day makes you stronger. BREATHE THROUGH IT When cravings hit, use the built-in breathing exercises. Science-backed techniques that calm your nervous system in seconds. UNDERSTAND WHY Our science lessons explain what dopamine, addiction loops, and neuroplasticity have to do with your phone behavior. Knowledge is the first step to change. — THREE PATHS. YOUR PATH. — Social Media Detox: For anyone who wants to reduce screen time and take back control of their digital life. Recovery: For anyone who wants to break problematic habits like pornography use. Science-backed lessons and practical tools. Faith-Based Recovery: For Muslims and Christians who want to use their faith as a source of strength for change. Islamic and Christian content – authentic, respectful, and uncompromising. — WHY UNLOOPNOW WORKS — Other apps rely on willpower. UnloopNow relies on science, physical activation, and self-confrontation. The combination of physical barriers (squats), psychological interventions (camera), and delay (App Delay) is unique. No other app does this. Disclaimer: UnloopNow is not a substitute for professional medical or therapeutic treatment. If you are suffering from addiction, please consult a qualified healthcare professional. This app is designed for self-help and support. Break the loop. Today. Terms of Use: https://unloopnow.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://unloopnow.app/privacy-policy

Turn your steps into a tower. Every floor you reach unlocks the apps you placed there. Spending too much time on your phone? StepTower locks your most distracting apps behind real steps. Place each app on a floor of your tower. The higher the floor, the more steps it takes to unlock. Put casual apps on lower floors and your biggest distractions at the top. Every 1,000 steps unlocks the next floor and the apps on it. What you get: - Lock distracting apps until you walk - Place apps and categories on different tower floors - Unlock each floor with 1,000 steps - Unlock apps as soon as you reach their floor - Complete your daily goal to free everything for the day - Take a 15-minute pause when you need a quick break - Sync steps automatically with Apple Health - Build streaks - Add Home Screen widget for your tower and progress How it works: 1. Choose the apps you want to lock 2. Place them on StepTower floors 3. Walk 1,000 steps to reach the next floor 4. Apps unlock when their floor is reached 5. Reach the top to unlock everything for the rest of the day 6. Need a quick break? Use a 15-minute pause Built for privacy: No account needed. *All features described above require a subscription.* Terms of Service: https://steptower.app/terms Privacy Policy: https://steptower.app/privacy