Comparison

Screen Time Limit vs PawLock

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

Head to head
About

Screen Time Limit

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ScrollLess is a screen time limit app that helps you stop doomscrolling β€” for real. Pick the apps that pull you in: social media, short videos, games, anything. Choose how much time you want to spend on them each day. When your time is up, ScrollLess locks them until tomorrow. HOW IT WORKS β€’ Select the apps and categories you want to limit β€’ Set a daily time limit that feels right β€’ Get a heads-up a few minutes before you reach it β€’ When time runs out, a lock screen stops the scroll 15 MORE MINUTES, ONLY WHEN IT MATTERS Life happens. From the lock screen you can take 15 more minutes, up to 3 times a day. Every break is a small pause to ask yourself: is this scroll really worth it? STRICT MODE For days with no excuses. While Strict Mode is on, tracking can't be turned off, your limit can't be raised and apps can't be removed until tomorrow. BUILT ON SCREEN TIME β€’ Uses Apple's Screen Time framework on your iPhone β€’ Your app usage data stays on your device β€’ See today's usage and time left at a glance β€’ Focus Mode timer for deep work β€’ Turn off all tracking anytime (unless Strict Mode is on) ScrollLess Pro unlocks daily limits, the lock screen, extra-time breaks and Strict Mode. Scroll less. Live more. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/ec02595b-90a0-4187-b1ac-50f4ffcab52c Privacy Policy: https://www.freeprivacypolicy.com/live/ec92399e-b7a3-48de-8020-590aeaccc8f2

About

PawLock

Features
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Willpower is no match for billion-dollar social media algorithms. 5 to 6 hours. That’s the average time you’ll spend looking at your phone today, lost in endless scrolling. Feeds, Reels, and notifications are scientifically engineered to hijack your focus. PawLock is built to give you your life, time, and attention back using Apple’s official iOS 18 Screen Time framework. Reclaim an average of 2+ hours of productive, deep focus time every single day. WHY PAWLOCK IS DIFFERENT: Tired of soft blockers you can bypass in two taps, or apps that charge predatory /year subscriptions? PawLock delivers uncompromising discipline: β€’ UNBYPASSABLE STRICT MODE: Once a lock session starts, you cannot edit, disable, or delete it inside the app until time expires. No cheats, no excuses. β€’ DOOMSCROLLING SHIELD: Put an impenetrable wall between you and Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and X. β€’ SAFARI & WEBSITE BLOCKER: Blocks distracting web domains and adult content directly inside Safari. β€’ SCHEDULED ROUTINES & POMODORO: Set automated blocking schedules for deep work, study sessions, or bedtime digital detox. β€’ 100% PRIVATE & ON-DEVICE: Built strictly on Apple’s FamilyControls framework. Your personal browsing and app activity never leave your iPhone. TRANSPARENT PRICING & LIFETIME ACCESS No hidden traps. Enjoy a 7-day free trial on monthly plans, or unlock lifetime access with a single, one-time payment. Requirements: Requires Apple Screen Time authorization to block apps and websites. No account or sign-up needed. Privacy Policy: https://pawlock.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://pawlock.app/terms

Screenshots

Screen Time Limit3 screens
PawLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: PawLock at every 4 days against Screen Time Limit's every 9 days. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Screen Time Limit sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and PawLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Screen Time Limit ships an update every 9 days, PawLock every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Screen Time Limit versus PawLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen Time LimitPawLock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 β€” better18.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size33 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerabdullah zubeyir ceylanSafak Selim Sofioglu

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Screen Time Limit

Subscriptions2
  • ScrollLess Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • ScrollLess Yearly Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year
3 purchases

PawLock

Subscriptions2
  • Pawlock Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pawlock Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pawlock Pro Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Screen Time Limit free?
Screen Time Limit is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PawLock free?
PawLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Screen Time Limit or PawLock have ads?
Neither Screen Time Limit nor PawLock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Screen Time Limit or PawLock?
Screen Time Limit ships an update every 9 days, and PawLock every 4 days. Most recently, Screen Time Limit was updated on October 5, 2026 and PawLock on October 3, 2026.

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