# StepScroll Screen Time Control vs BlockWalk

The clearest difference is monetization model: StepScroll Screen Time Control at free with in-app purchases against BlockWalk's subscription. StepScroll Screen Time Control also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 4 weeks). BlockWalk's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. StepScroll Screen Time Control sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and BlockWalk sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month. 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 StepScroll Screen Time Control against 5.0 for BlockWalk. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BlockWalk has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

StepScroll Screen Time Control ships an update every 4 days, BlockWalk every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on August 28, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | StepScroll Screen Time Control | BlockWalk |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepscroll-screen-time-control/id6757226912/reviews) | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockwalk-step-to-unlock/id6760555510/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 4 days** | Every 4 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 25 MB | 37 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [APPIKO LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1857570203) | [Dugdugstudios LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884957915) |

## What reviewers say

### StepScroll Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stepscroll-screen-time-control/id6757226912)

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:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| StepScroll Premium | $9.99 | per month |
| StepScroll Premium | $29.99 | per year |


### BlockWalk

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockwalk-step-to-unlock/id6760555510)

This app transforms screen time into healthy habits by locking distracting apps until you reach your daily step goal. Earn minutes of app access by walking, helping you reduce phone dependency and build fitness.

**Highlights:** Step-based app blocker, Unlock minutes through walking, Real-time step verification, Custom block lists, Fitness gamification, HealthKit integration, Streak tracking

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| BlockWalk Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| BlockWalk Premium | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is StepScroll Screen Time Control free?

StepScroll Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is BlockWalk free?

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

### Which has better reviews, StepScroll Screen Time Control or BlockWalk?

StepScroll Screen Time Control and BlockWalk are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 5 ratings respectively.

### Do StepScroll Screen Time Control or BlockWalk have ads?

Neither StepScroll Screen Time Control nor BlockWalk shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, StepScroll Screen Time Control or BlockWalk?

StepScroll Screen Time Control ships an update every 4 days, and BlockWalk every 4 weeks. Most recently, StepScroll Screen Time Control was updated on August 28, 2026 and BlockWalk on September 10, 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.*