# FreeInFive Screen Time Control vs Rotcut

The clearest difference is monetization model: FreeInFive Screen Time Control at free with in-app purchases against Rotcut's subscription. Rotcut's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs fortnightly). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. FreeInFive Screen Time Control sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Rotcut sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for FreeInFive Screen Time Control against 5.0 for Rotcut. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 2 respectively.

FreeInFive Screen Time Control ships an update fortnightly, Rotcut every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | FreeInFive Screen Time Control | Rotcut |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freeinfive-screen-time-control/id6758731086/reviews) | [5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rotcut-screen-time-control/id6763635004/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 125 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bloomeasy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874638099) | [Justine Ladlad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895410941) |

## What reviewers say

### FreeInFive Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freeinfive-screen-time-control/id6758731086)

Regain control of your time with this app that helps you set limits on distracting applications. It offers gentle nudges before limits are reached and firm blocking once they are, with options to earn extra time through quick, mindful activities.

**Highlights:** Set daily app limits, Schedule protected time, Quick Block for focus, Earn extra time via activities, On-device privacy, Usage comparison to goals

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| FreeInFive+ Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| FreeInFive Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| FreeInFive+ Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| FreeInFive Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| FreeInFive+ Annual Trial | $35.99 | per year |
| FreeInFive Premium | $74.99 | one-time |


### Rotcut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rotcut-screen-time-control/id6763635004)

This app helps you break free from mindless scrolling by introducing friction and a reward system before you can access distracting apps. Complete focus tasks to earn unlock currency and spend it to access your chosen apps for a limited time, building healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocker using Apple Screen Time, Earn energy points for focus tasks, Push-up and step counter for energy, Focus timer and meditation timer, Daily streaks and progress tracking, Home screen widget for energy and streak

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RotCut Pro - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| RotCut Pro - Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| RotCut Pro - Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| RotCut Pro - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is FreeInFive Screen Time Control free?

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

### Is Rotcut free?

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

### Which has better reviews, FreeInFive Screen Time Control or Rotcut?

FreeInFive Screen Time Control and Rotcut are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 2 and 2 ratings respectively.

### Do FreeInFive Screen Time Control or Rotcut have ads?

Neither FreeInFive Screen Time Control nor Rotcut shows ads.

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

FreeInFive Screen Time Control ships an update fortnightly, and Rotcut every 4 days. Most recently, FreeInFive Screen Time Control was updated on October 31, 2026 and Rotcut on October 31, 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.*