# Reduce Screen Time vs Unscroll

The clearest difference is monetization model: Reduce Screen Time at free with in-app purchases against Unscroll's subscription. Reduce Screen Time also leads on ratings volume (4 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Reduce Screen Time sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Unscroll sells 2 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 Reduce Screen Time against 5.0 for Unscroll. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 1 respectively.

Reduce Screen Time ships an update every 8 days, Unscroll weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Reduce Screen Time | Unscroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reduce-screen-time-mindrot/id6758914060/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscroll-earn-screen-time/id6759701166/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 57 MB | 39 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Onur Cagan](https://appshunter.io/developer/1875719291) | [Hauer Studios Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1774960396) |

## What reviewers say

### Reduce Screen Time

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/reduce-screen-time-mindrot/id6758914060)

Take control of your digital life with this app designed to help you reclaim focus and boost productivity. Block distracting apps, set custom focus sessions, and track your screen time with insightful analytics. It aims to help you build a healthier relationship with your phone and reduce anxiety.

**Highlights:** Customizable app blocking, Nudges to stop doomscrolling, Instant Zen Mode for focus, Scheduled focus sessions, Gamified leaderboards and achievements, In-depth screen time analytics, Mindful breathing sessions

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1-Week | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Annual D (1 Year) | $14.99 | per year |
| Annual (1 Year) | $24.99 | per year |
| Annual (1 Year) | $29.99 | per year |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) (1 Year) | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual (1-Week Free Trial) (1 Year) | $49.99 | per year |


### Unscroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unscroll-earn-screen-time/id6759701166)

This app transforms screen time into earned rewards by having users complete physical exercises. Users set app limits, perform exercises tracked by AI, and earn minutes back to use on desired apps. It offers challenges, leaderboards, and journaling for a balanced digital life.

**Highlights:** AI-powered rep counting, Physical exercise challenges, Screen time rewards, App usage blocking, Gamified progress tracking, Friend leaderboards, Gratitude journaling

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unscroll Premium (Monthly) | $9.99 | per month |
| Unscroll Premium (Yearly) | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Reduce Screen Time free?

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

### Is Unscroll free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Reduce Screen Time or Unscroll?

Reduce Screen Time and Unscroll are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Reduce Screen Time or Unscroll have ads?

Neither Reduce Screen Time nor Unscroll shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Reduce Screen Time or Unscroll?

Reduce Screen Time ships an update every 8 days, and Unscroll weekly. Most recently, Reduce Screen Time was updated on October 15, 2026 and Unscroll on October 5, 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.*