Comparison

Mindful Scroll vs ShortsKiller

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

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About

Mindful Scroll

Features
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TRANSFORM DISTRACTIONS INTO DEVOTION Mindful Scroll is the Quran app lock that helps Muslims build consistent Quran reading habits by turning smartphone distractions into opportunities for spiritual growth. Lock social media apps behind Quran verses. Every unlock becomes an act of worship. HOW IT WORKS 1. SELECT YOUR DISTRACTIONS Choose apps that steal your time - Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, games, or any app you want to use more mindfully. 2. SET YOUR SPIRITUAL TOLL Decide how many Quranic verses you'll read before each unlock. Start small with 3-5 verses or challenge yourself with more. 3. READ & UNLOCK Complete your reading in beautiful Uthmani script, then access your app for a timed session. Every distraction becomes an opportunity for Hasanah. KEY FEATURES SMART APP BLOCKING Lock any app behind Quran reading - social media, games, or custom selections. You decide which apps need spiritual gatekeeping. INTEGRATED QURAN READER Beautiful Uthmani script built right in - no separate Quran app needed. Read with proper tajweed formatting. Note: Currently Arabic text only. Translations coming in future updates. CUSTOMIZABLE SESSIONS Set your own verse count and unlock duration per app. Different apps can have different requirements. SPIRITUAL ANALYTICS Track verses read, apps unlocked, and weekly Quran engagement. See your spiritual growth in real numbers. USAGE LIMITS Set hard limits to prevent endless scrolling even after unlocking. True mindfulness, not just delayed access. FLEXIBLE RESET OPTIONS Daily, weekly, or custom reset schedules that work with your lifestyle and goals. WHY MINDFUL SCROLL WORKS Traditional app blockers rely on willpower alone. You fight yourself, feel guilty, and eventually give up. Mindful Scroll takes a different approach. Instead of fighting your phone habits, we redirect them: - Replace mindless scrolling with meaningful Quran reading - Build consistency through small, achievable daily actions - Create positive associations with the Quran - Gain real awareness of your phone usage patterns This isn't about punishment or shame. It's about building a lasting, loving relationship with the Quran through habits you already have. PERFECT FOR MUSLIMS WHO... - Want to reconnect with the Quran but struggle with consistency - Spend hours on social media but don't have time to read Quran - Feel guilty about screen addiction - Have tried app blockers but always disable them - Want to build a sustainable daily Quran habit - Seek barakah in their screen time YOUR PRIVACY MATTERS Zero data collection. Everything stays on your device. No analytics, no tracking, no cloud storage. Complete transparency in how app blocking works. START TODAY Your first verse is just one download away. Turn every unlock into an act of worship. May Allah accept this effort and make it beneficial for the Ummah. Ameen. Questions? Contact us at syamilyusof@deta.com.my Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ShortsKiller

This browser extension helps reduce distractions from short-form video content on YouTube. It hides specific elements and redirects links to keep your browsing focused. Designed for simplicity and privacy, it requires no account and collects no user data.

Highlights
  • Hides Shorts content on YouTube.com
  • Redirects direct Shorts links
  • Simple setup instructions
  • No account required
  • Privacy-friendly, no data collection
Features
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ShortsKiller is a lightweight browser extension that helps customize your browsing experience by reducing Shorts-related content. ShortsKiller is compatible with YouTube.com while browsing in Safari. Once enabled, it hides Shorts-related page elements and redirects direct Shorts links away from the Shorts feed. It is designed to be simple, focused, and privacy-friendly. Features: • Reduces Shorts-related content on YouTube.com in Safari • Redirects direct Shorts links • Includes simple setup instructions • Requires no account • Does not collect user data ShortsKiller is an independent app and browser extension. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with YouTube, Google, Apple, or any other third-party platform.

Screenshots

Mindful Scroll4 screens
ShortsKiller4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ShortsKiller at none against Mindful Scroll's 6. Mindful Scroll's advantage is iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, ads and device support 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Mindful Scroll sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. ShortsKiller asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
Mindful Scroll versus ShortsKiller: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMindful ScrollShortsKiller
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (4 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—4 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better26.0
Further details — not scored
Size107 MB10 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDeTA TechnologiesJACOB SCOTT KELLY

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Mindful Scroll

Subscriptions3
  • Support Daily Dua$0.991 Month
  • Support Weekly Sadaqah$2.991 Month
  • Support Monthly Barakah$4.991 Month
One-time3
  • Support Date Water$1.99
  • Support Iftar Meal$4.99
  • Support Eid Gift$9.99
None

ShortsKiller

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Mindful Scroll free?
Mindful Scroll is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ShortsKiller free?
ShortsKiller is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Mindful Scroll or ShortsKiller have ads?
Neither Mindful Scroll nor ShortsKiller shows ads.

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