# MeBeforeApps vs Intent

The clearest difference is ads: Intent at none against MeBeforeApps's shown. MeBeforeApps's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MeBeforeApps sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and Intent sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MeBeforeApps ships an update every 9 days, Intent monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MeBeforeApps | Intent |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intent-block-reels-and-shorts/id6801703593/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Monthly |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 49 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Kimgrowth](https://appshunter.io/developer/1803895830) | [Evergoods Holdings LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1806397967) |

## What reviewers say

### MeBeforeApps

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mebeforeapps-screen-time/id6757603706)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro Yearly | $6.99 | per year |
| Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |


### Intent

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intent-block-reels-and-shorts/id6801703593)

This app helps you use social media with purpose and then disconnect. It reduces infinite scrolling by letting you choose specific tasks before opening platforms, and offers features to protect your time and plan your next check-in.

**Highlights:** Choose purpose before opening, Reduce infinite scrolling, Hide Reels and Shorts, Set session timers and limits, Prepare captions and reminders, Account privacy on device

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intent Pro Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Intent Pro Annual | $19.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MeBeforeApps free?

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

### Is Intent free?

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

### Do MeBeforeApps or Intent have ads?

MeBeforeApps shows ads; Intent does not.

### Which is updated more often, MeBeforeApps or Intent?

MeBeforeApps ships an update every 9 days, and Intent monthly. Most recently, MeBeforeApps was updated on October 25, 2026 and Intent on October 31, 2026.

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