Melty Focus Timer vs Control
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Melty Focus Timer
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Melty is a beautifully designed focus timer that turns each work session into something you can actually see. As your timer counts down, a block of ice slowly melts away — giving you a calm, visual sense of progress that makes it easier to stay locked in. Whether you’re studying, working, writing, or trying to build better habits, Melty helps you focus in a more satisfying way. What makes Melty different - A visual focus timer with a melting ice animation - Custom work, short break, and long break sessions - Simple session planning for study or deep work -Live Activities support so your timer stays visible on your Lock Screen Clean, dark interface designed to feel calm and distraction-free With Melty Pro, you can unlock - App Blocking to reduce distractions during focus sessions - Daily Focus Streaks to stay consistent - Detailed Statistics to track your progress over time Perfect for - Students studying for exams - Remote workers and professionals - Writers, creators, and makers - Anyone trying to build a better focus habit Melty gives you a simple, satisfying way to stay on task — one session at a time. Try Melty Pro free for 7 days. Privacy Policy: https://anhar-x.github.io/melty-legal/privacy Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
Control
This app helps you regain control of your time by setting limits on distracting applications. It blocks chosen apps once your daily limit is reached, promoting intentional usage and focus without guilt or pressure.
- Set app time limits
- Block distracting apps
- Promote intentional usage
- Reclaim lost hours
- Focus on work/study/creation
- Simple and clear interface
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Your time deserves boundaries. Control helps you take it back. Control – Screen Time Limits blocks distractions before they take over. You choose your apps. You set your limit. The rest becomes intentional. Instead of endless scrolling, you get a clear boundary. When your daily limit is reached, distracting apps stay blocked so your focus stays intact. No guilt. No pressure. Just structure. Control runs quietly in the background, helping you: • Limit apps that waste your time • Make every tap intentional • Reclaim hours without overthinking it Built for people who want clarity, not complexity. Whether you are focusing on work, studying, creating, or simply being more present, Control keeps you in charge. Less distraction. More intention. Full control. Download Control – Screen Time Limits and use your phone on purpose.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Control at none against Melty Focus Timer's 3. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. Melty Focus Timer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Control asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Melty Focus Timer | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 56 MB | 4 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anhar Perinkadakkat | Bhautik Amipara |
In-app purchases
Melty Focus Timer
- Monthly$1.991 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$4.991 Year
- Lifetime$7.99
Control
No in-app purchases
