Comparison

Screen Time vs StepScroll Screen Time Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Screen Time

Features
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Your phone. Your rules. BurnToScroll flips the script on screen-time apps. Instead of begging you to put your phone down, it lets you earn the right to use it — one rep at a time. How it works Pick what to block (TikTok, Instagram, X, Reddit — anything). Choose a daily exercise goal. When you're out of screen time, your apps lock until you earn more. 1 pushup = 1.5 minutes. 1 squat = 45 seconds. 30 seconds of plank = 3 minutes — and you can tune every rate yourself. The AI camera counts every rep — no manual tapping, no cheating. Why it works Willpower-based blockers fail because they fight your brain. BurnToScroll replaces the dopamine loop. The same hit you got from doomscrolling, you now get from finishing a set. Real movement, real reward. What you get • AI rep counting via on-device pose detection — no cloud, no uploads • Real app blocking through Apple Family Controls — the apps actually lock • Three exercises: pushups, squats, planks • Custom rates: set your own earn rate for each exercise • Streaks, 31 achievements, 15 levels — earn your XP, not just your minutes • Beautiful weekly and monthly progress charts • Shareable workout cards for Instagram, TikTok, X • Works fully offline (we only hit the network for purchases) • No account. No email. No tracking. What's different Most screen-time apps ask you to behave. BurnToScroll makes you sweat. No mindfulness lectures, no shame timers — just a clean trade: move your body, unlock your phone. Try it free 3-day free trial. After that, pick weekly or annual — cancel anytime. Privacy first Your camera never leaves your phone. Pose detection runs entirely on-device. We don't see your video, your face, or your form. We don't have an account system to leak. Built for people who've tried every blocker and lost. Time to earn it instead. Terms of Use: https://vishwesh9.github.io/gomoba/burn_terms.html Privacy Policy: https://vishwesh9.github.io/gomoba/burn_privacy.html

About

StepScroll Screen Time Control

This app converts your daily steps into unlockable screen time for your favorite apps. Walk to earn minutes, then spend them to access your phone, and get back to walking when your time is up.

Highlights
  • Automatic step tracking via HealthKit
  • Adjustable difficulty for step-to-minute conversion
  • Real-time countdown timer for unlock sessions
  • Weekly progress calendar
  • Selectable app restrictions
  • Automatic refund of unused minutes
Features
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Walk to unlock your apps. It's that simple. StepScroll turns your daily steps into screen time currency. Walk more, earn minutes, then spend them to unlock the apps you love. When your time runs out, apps lock again—no willpower needed. How it works: • Walk throughout your day (steps sync automatically via Apple Health) • Claim your earned minutes from the dashboard • Unlock restricted apps for a timed session • Apps re-lock when time expires—back to walking! Why it works: Your brain craves dopamine from scrolling. StepScroll doesn't fight that—it redirects it. Now you'll crave walking because that's how you earn your scroll time. Same reward, zero guilt. Features: • Automatic step tracking via HealthKit • Adjustable difficulty (100-1000 steps per minute) • Real-time countdown timer during unlock sessions • Weekly progress calendar • Choose exactly which apps to restrict • Unused minutes automatically refund Results people are seeing: "Lost 15 pounds in 3 months just walking for my social media time." — Alex "My screen time dropped from 5 hours to 2. Now I actually enjoy going outside." — Jamie Turn your phone addiction into a walking habit. Your future self will thank you. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://stepscroll.com/privacy Contact: team@stepscroll.com Questions or feedback? Email us at team@stepscroll.com

Screenshots

Screen Time4 screens
StepScroll Screen Time Control3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: StepScroll Screen Time Control at every 4 days against Screen Time's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Screen Time sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and StepScroll Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Screen Time ships an update every 3 weeks, StepScroll Screen Time Control every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 23, 2026 and August 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Screen Time versus StepScroll Screen Time Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen TimeStepScroll Screen Time Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size82 MB25 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVishwen Labs (OPC) Private LimitedAPPIKO LTD

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Screen Time

Subscriptions2
  • Unlimited Access3 Days trial$2.997 Days
  • Unlimited Access$24.991 Year
2 purchases

StepScroll Screen Time Control

Subscriptions2
  • StepScroll Premium$9.991 Month
  • StepScroll Premium$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Screen Time free?
Screen Time is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is StepScroll Screen Time Control free?
StepScroll Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Screen Time or StepScroll Screen Time Control have ads?
Neither Screen Time nor StepScroll Screen Time Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Screen Time or StepScroll Screen Time Control?
Screen Time ships an update every 3 weeks, and StepScroll Screen Time Control every 4 days. Most recently, Screen Time was updated on September 23, 2026 and StepScroll Screen Time Control on August 28, 2026.

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