# DoomLess vs BlockRot

The clearest difference is monetization model: BlockRot at free with in-app purchases against DoomLess's subscription. BlockRot also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (387 vs 11). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DoomLess sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per 7 days and BlockRot sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

BlockRot holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BlockRot has 387 ratings behind it against 11, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of DoomLess's written reviews are positive against 62% of BlockRot's.

DoomLess ships an update every 4 days, BlockRot daily. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DoomLess | BlockRot |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doomless-end-screen-addiction/id6758343816/reviews) | **[4.7 (387 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockrot-screen-time-control/id6761429056/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **387** |
| Positive reviews | 50.0% of reviews | **62.1% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days | **Daily** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 59 MB | 241 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DAIKO CO., LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1727060657) | [Matthew Heester](https://appshunter.io/developer/1834464869) |

## What reviewers say

### DoomLess

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doomless-end-screen-addiction/id6758343816)

Transform daily habits into a rewarding game to boost focus, reduce screen time, and cultivate a more intentional lifestyle. Earn rewards for completing real-life missions and build lasting habits through consistent progress.

**Highlights:** Gamified habit tracking, Focus session timer, Real-life mission completion, Streak multipliers, Social media distraction reduction, Progress tracking

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Full Access (1 Week) | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Full Access (1 Month) | $14.99 | per month |
| Full Access (1 Year) | $39.99 | per year |
| Full Access (1 Year) | $49.99 | per year |


### BlockRot

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockrot-screen-time-control/id6761429056)

This app helps users break free from phone addiction and reclaim focus by rewarding healthy real-life habits with screen time. It uses a unique gem system and a virtual companion to motivate users to build discipline and reverse the effects of excessive digital consumption.

**Highlights:** Rot Gems system for earning screen time, Penguin companion for motivation, Photo-based task verification, 30+ healthy habit tasks, App blocking via Apple Screen Time, Private and secure by default

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $79.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $79.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DoomLess free?

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

### Is BlockRot free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DoomLess or BlockRot?

BlockRot is rated higher. DoomLess averages 4.5 out of 5 from 11 ratings, while BlockRot averages 4.7 from 387 ratings.

### Do DoomLess or BlockRot have ads?

DoomLess shows ads; BlockRot does not.

### Which is updated more often, DoomLess or BlockRot?

DoomLess ships an update every 4 days, and BlockRot daily. Most recently, DoomLess was updated on September 22, 2026 and BlockRot on September 21, 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.*