Comparison

StepScroll Screen Time Control vs Seed Up

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

Head to head
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

About

Seed Up

Features
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Tired of losing hours to endless scrolling? Seed Up turns your screen time into real-life activity. Block distracting apps, earn seeds by moving your body, and reclaim your day. HOW IT WORKS 1. Block the apps that steal your time — Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, and more 2. Earn seeds by walking, exercising, meditating, reading, or doing yoga 3. Spend seeds to unlock your blocked apps — you decide when you've earned it KEY FEATURES Seed Economy Every step you take, every rep you complete, every minute you meditate earns seeds. Use them to unlock apps on your terms. No willpower needed — just movement. Smart App Blocking Block unlimited apps with custom unlock schedules. Set your own rules for when and how long apps stay unlocked. AI-Powered Exercise Squats, push-ups, and more — counted automatically with pose detection. No manual tracking required. Walking Rewards Set daily step goals and watch your seeds grow with every walk. Turn your commute into currency. Meditation & Yoga Guided sessions that calm your mind and earn seeds at the same time. Reading Tracker Put down your phone, pick up a book, and earn seeds while you read. Streaks & Insights Track your consistency with daily streaks and detailed activity insights. See your best days and build lasting habits. RESULTS USERS LOVE "I went from 6 hours of scrolling to actually reading books again." — Sarah K. "The seed system is genius. I actually look forward to walking now." — Marcus T. "My screen time dropped by 70% in the first month." — Lina M. PREMIUM Unlock the full experience with Seed Up Premium: - Block unlimited apps - Custom unlock schedules - Detailed activity insights - Priority support Start with a 3-day free trial. Plans: monthly or yearly. Join 50,000+ people who are living more and scrolling less. Download Seed Up today.

Screenshots

StepScroll Screen Time Control3 screens
Seed Up4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: StepScroll Screen Time Control at every 4 days against Seed Up's every 6 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. StepScroll Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Seed Up sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

StepScroll Screen Time Control ships an update every 4 days, Seed Up every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 28, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
StepScroll Screen Time Control versus Seed Up: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStepScroll Screen Time ControlSeed Up
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 days — betterEvery 6 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size25 MB87 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperAPPIKO LTDOGUZHAN KACAR

In-app purchases

2 purchases

StepScroll Screen Time Control

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

Seed Up

Subscriptions2
  • Premium Monthly3 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Premium Yearly3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is StepScroll Screen Time Control free?
StepScroll Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Seed Up free?
Seed Up is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do StepScroll Screen Time Control or Seed Up have ads?
Neither StepScroll Screen Time Control nor Seed Up shows ads.
Which is updated more often, StepScroll Screen Time Control or Seed Up?
StepScroll Screen Time Control ships an update every 4 days, and Seed Up every 6 weeks. Most recently, StepScroll Screen Time Control was updated on August 28, 2026 and Seed Up on September 9, 2026.

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