HabitUnlock vs SweatScroll
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
HabitUnlock
This app turns screen time into a reward for physical activity. Block distracting apps and earn your access back by completing various exercises, building streaks, and achieving goals. It's designed for those who need structure and want to break unhealthy digital habits.
- Block distracting apps
- Earn screen time through exercise
- Track steps, push-ups, squats, and more
- HealthKit integration for automatic step tracking
- Deep Lock mode for maximum commitment
- Gamified streaks and achievements
- Widgets and Live Activities for progress tracking
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A free app blocker that unlocks with movement: block 1 app or category, then walk or do push-ups to open it. No account, no ads. FREE: block an app or category behind real movement · blocking schedules (up to 8) · streak tracking with a monthly freeze. No account, no ads. HOW IT WORKS • Choose which apps or categories to block • Pick how you will earn them back: Walking, Push-Ups, or Guided Breathing • Complete the activity to unlock your apps • Build streaks and earn achievements Unlike screen time apps that just block your phone and rely on willpower, HabitUnlock turns the problem into a game. Want to scroll? Earn it first. Every unlock starts with movement — and that small shift changes everything. THE THREE WAYS TO UNLOCK • Walking — step-based, counted automatically • Push-Ups — timer-based, with live progress • Guided Breathing — a short breathing exercise when movement is not an option Three activities you will finish beat a long menu you never open. SMART BLOCKING • Block specific apps or entire categories • Up to 8 blocking schedules for focus time • Deep Lock mode for maximum commitment — no one-tap ignore • Emergency override with limited weekly uses APPLE HEALTH • Reads your step count so Walking completes on its own • Step data is processed on your device • Optional — decline it and the other activities still work BUILT FOR BRAINS THAT NEED STRUCTURE Many people who struggle with phone habits find external structure easier than willpower — and that is what HabitUnlock provides. Instead of fighting the urge to scroll, channel it: your phone becomes a reward for movement, not a source of guilt. STREAKS & ACHIEVEMENTS • Daily streaks with fire animations • Achievement badges for milestones • Share cards to show your progress WIDGETS & LIVE ACTIVITIES • Home screen widgets show your progress • Live Activity during activities • Dynamic Island countdown WHO IT'S FOR • Doom scrollers who want to break the cycle • Students who need to focus during exam season • People with ADHD looking for structure and accountability • Professionals who want to reclaim productive hours • Parents who want to control their own screen time PRIVACY • No ads. Your data is never sold. • Usage analytics can be turned off any time in Settings • Step data read from Apple Health is processed on your device • No account required — ever FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: Is HabitUnlock free? A: Core features are free — block 1 app and set up to 3 daily habits. Upgrade to Pro for unlimited habits, unlimited blocked apps, and Deep Lock mode. Q: Which activities can I use? A: Walking, Push-Ups, and Guided Breathing. Q: Does it track my fitness data? A: HabitUnlock reads your step count from Apple Health so Walking can complete automatically. That step data is processed on your device. Q: Does it work without internet? A: Yes. Blocking, activity tracking, and unlocking work offline. Internet is only needed for subscription management. Replace mindless scrolling with movement. Build habits that stick. HABITUNLOCK PRO • Unlimited habits • Unlimited blocked apps • Deep Lock mode • Streak freezes to protect your progress • Priority support HabitUnlock Pro is an auto-renewing subscription with a 7-day free trial. The available plans and the current price in your currency are shown in the app before you confirm. Payment charged to your Apple ID at confirmation. Subscriptions auto-renew unless canceled 24 hours before the period ends. Manage in Settings > Apple ID. Privacy Policy: https://www.habbitunlock.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.habbitunlock.com/terms
SweatScroll
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Are you wasting years of your life on social media? SweatScroll is not just another screen time blocker. It is a tool for radical transformation. We turn your digital addiction into physical strength. Most blockers are easy to ignore. SweatScroll is different. When your time is up, your distracting apps are locked behind a hard shield. The only way to unlock them? Physical exercise. HOW IT WORKS: Choose Your Enemies: Select the apps that steal your time. Set Your Price: Decide the "exchange rate." Example: 2 reps = 1 minute of screen time. The Shield Activates: When you run out of time, your apps are blocked. Pay the Toll: Use your camera to perform Squats, Push Ups, or Jumping Jacks. AI Verification: Our advanced AI counts your reps in real-time. No cheating allowed. KEY FEATURES: • AI Rep Counting: Uses the front camera to track your form and count reps automatically. Privacy-first: images are processed on-device and never saved. • Hard Blocking: The "Shield" effectively blocks access to selected apps until you complete your workout. • Gamification: Earn badges, level up from "Digital Novice" to "Time Lord," and maintain your streak. • Detailed Stats: Visualize how much time you've reclaimed and how many calories you've burned. • Multiple Exercises: Choose between Squats (Legs), Push Ups (Upper Body), or Jumping Jacks (Cardio). WHY SWEATSCROLL? Willpower is limited. Systems are forever. By attaching a "physical cost" to your "cheap dopamine," you retrain your brain. You will either get fit, or you will stop scrolling. Either way, you win. SUBSCRIPTION PRICING & TERMS: SweatScroll offers two auto-renewing subscription options to unlock full access: • Monthly Premium • Annual Premium (Best Value) Your subscription will automatically renew within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can turn off auto-renewal in your Apple ID Account Settings. Read more about our terms and conditions here: Privacy Policy: https://mrzapps.com/Apps/Apps/iOS/SweatScrollApp/privacy_policy.html Terms of Use: https://mrzapps.com/Apps/Apps/iOS/SweatScrollApp/terms_and_conditions.html Reclaim your attention. Build your body.
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Verdict
HabitUnlock and SweatScroll are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. HabitUnlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and SweatScroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | HabitUnlock | SweatScroll |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (3 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 27 MB | 97 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Tyrian Horton | Alessandro Ramos |
In-app purchases
HabitUnlock
- Weekly Premium$4.997 Days
- Monthly Premium7 Days trial$6.991 Month
- Annual Premium7 Days trial$39.991 Year
SweatScroll
- Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
- Annual Subscription3 Days trial$39.991 Year









