# Screen Time Control vs ScrollMint

The clearest difference is ads: Screen Time Control at none against ScrollMint's shown. Screen Time Control also leads on ratings volume (9 vs 1). ScrollMint's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.7). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $59.99 per year and ScrollMint sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScrollMint holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Time Control has 9 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 16, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Screen Time Control | ScrollMint |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-blucky/id6758042278/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrollmint-earn-screen-time/id6787390526/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **9** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 52 MB | 92 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DPM APPS LP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1596368239) | [Oner Teknoloji Sanayi ve Ticaret Limited Sirketi](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787390528) |

## What reviewers say

### Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-control-blucky/id6758042278)

Regain control of your phone usage with smart focus sessions and app blocking. Create custom schedules and receive reminders to reduce distractions, improve concentration, and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocking, Focus sessions, Customizable schedules, Personalized reminders, Screen time reports, Stickerbook for motivation

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Access | $59.99 | per year |


### ScrollMint

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrollmint-earn-screen-time/id6787390526)

This app helps you reclaim your time by locking distracting applications and allowing you to earn back screen time through physical activity, focused work, or healthy habits. It offers a unique exchange rate system to encourage mindful usage and reduce doomscrolling.

**Highlights:** Lock distracting apps, Earn screen time by moving, Earn screen time by focusing, Earn screen time with healthy habits, On-device rep counting with form feedback, Reliable re-locking via Screen Time technology, Time Bank ledger

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScrollMint Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| ScrollMint Premium Annual Offer | $34.99 | per year |
| ScrollMint Premium Annual Spin | $46.90 | per year |
| ScrollMint Premium Annual | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Screen Time Control free?

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

### Is ScrollMint free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Screen Time Control or ScrollMint?

ScrollMint is rated higher. Screen Time Control averages 4.7 out of 5 from 9 ratings, while ScrollMint averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Screen Time Control or ScrollMint have ads?

ScrollMint shows ads; Screen Time Control does not.

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

Screen Time Control ships an update every 2 weeks, and ScrollMint every 2 weeks. Most recently, Screen Time Control was updated on October 16, 2026 and ScrollMint on October 7, 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.*