Comparison

Mono vs ScreenQuest

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

Head to head
About

Mono

This app helps you reclaim your time and attention by setting limits on distracting applications. It uses psychology-backed interventions like grayscale mode and gentle nudges to break scrolling habits and encourage focus.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Grayscale mode
  • Psychology-backed interventions
  • Focus sessions
  • Privacy-focused (no accounts or tracking)
Features
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Your brain deserves better. Endless scrolling. Doomscrolling. Brainrot. Whatever you call it, it's stealing your time and rewiring your attention span. Mono fights back. HOW MONO WORKS Block any app Instagram, TikTok, Twitter — set limits on the apps that steal your focus. When you try to open them, Mono steps in with a friendly nudge. Not a lecture. Not a lock. Just a moment to pause. Grayscale mode One tap turns your entire phone black and white. No colors = no dopamine hit. Your brain stops craving the screen. Simple psychology, powerful results. Smart interventions Psychology-backed screens that break the autopilot. Designed to snap you out of the scroll and back into your life. Focus sessions Lock in, track your streaks, and watch your screen time drop week after week. 100% PRIVATE No accounts. No cloud. No tracking. Everything stays on your phone. MEET MONO A cute cat who's got your back. Mono guides you with gentle nudges — not guilt trips. Your friendly focus companion who celebrates your wins and helps you stay on track. The scroll satisfies nothing. Your real life does. Terms: https://getmonoapp.com/terms-of-service Privacy Policy : https://getmonoapp.com/privacy-policy

About

ScreenQuest

Features
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SCREEN TIME — STRUCTURED ScreenQuest helps families turn screen time into a privilege — not a negotiation. Instead of daily arguments, children earn device time by completing real-world responsibilities like chores, studying, reading, and exercise. Clear rules. Clear rewards. Zero guessing. HOW SCREENQUEST WORKS 1. You Set the Quests Create custom tasks and decide exactly how much screen time each one is worth. 2. They Earn It Kids complete their responsibilities, gain XP, and build positive habits. 3. Time Is Unlocked Earned minutes go into their Time Bank. When they’re ready, they tap Play and use the built-in timer. Everything is tracked. Everything is visible. DESIGNED FOR PARENTS • Assign chores, study goals, and activities • Set time values for each task • Approve or auto-approve completions • Monitor active play sessions • Track weekly progress and insights • Manage multiple children from one dashboard You stay in control — without constant reminders or negotiations. BUILT FOR KIDS & TEENS (AGES 9-18) • Earn XP and level up • Track progress toward the next rank • Build consistency through structured rewards • Take ownership of their screen time Responsibility becomes motivating — not forced. WHY FAMILIES CHOOSE SCREENQUEST • Reduces arguments about devices • Creates clear expectations • Encourages independence • Reinforces discipline • Turns screen time into a privilege Screen time stops being something given. It becomes something earned. BUILT FOR MODERN FAMILIES Whether you’re managing one child or several, ScreenQuest keeps everything organized, transparent, and fair across iOS and Android devices. No more daily debates. Just structure, accountability, and balance. START BUILDING BETTER HABITS TODAY Download ScreenQuest and transform the way your family handles screen time.

Screenshots

Mono3 screens
ScreenQuest4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Mono at 13.0 against ScreenQuest's 15.1. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. Mono sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per month and ScreenQuest sells 2 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Mono ships an update weekly, ScreenQuest every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Mono versus ScreenQuest: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMonoScreenQuest
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (3 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings3 — better—
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 5 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size118 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerrohe.aiJerome Pacleb

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Mono

Subscriptions2
  • Pro Mono Monthly$12.991 Month
  • Pro Mono Yearly$44.991 Year
2 purchases

ScreenQuest

One-time2
  • English$4.99
  • English$39.99

Questions

Is Mono free?
Mono is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScreenQuest free?
ScreenQuest is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Mono or ScreenQuest have ads?
Neither Mono nor ScreenQuest shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Mono or ScreenQuest?
Mono ships an update weekly, and ScreenQuest every 5 days. Most recently, Mono was updated on October 24, 2026 and ScreenQuest on October 28, 2026.

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