# DrillLock vs Screen Time & Focus

The clearest difference is monetization model: DrillLock at freemium against Screen Time & Focus's subscription. DrillLock also leads on update cadence (weekly vs fortnightly). Screen Time & Focus's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. DrillLock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Screen Time & Focus sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. 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 DrillLock against 5.0 for Screen Time & Focus. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Screen Time & Focus has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

DrillLock ships an update weekly, Screen Time & Focus fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | DrillLock | Screen Time & Focus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drilllock-math-app-blocker/id6759181330/reviews) | [5.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-and-focus-lavendr/id6775612461/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **5** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 8 MB | 83 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 17.2 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [FRONTLINE LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877229947) | [Domino Effect Labs LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775612463) |

## What reviewers say

### DrillLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drilllock-math-app-blocker/id6759181330)

This app requires users to solve a math problem before accessing distracting applications, helping to create focused study sessions. It offers scheduled blocking, usage limits, and temporary unlocks for essential apps. A pro subscription unlocks advanced features for serious learners.

**Highlights:** Math challenge to unlock apps, Scheduled app blocking, Usage limit blocking, Temporary unlocks, Essential app exceptions, Multiple rule support (Pro)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| DrillLock PRO Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| DrillLock PRO Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


### Screen Time & Focus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screen-time-and-focus-lavendr/id6775612461)

This app locks your distracting applications until you complete focused work. Earn back screen time by dedicating periods to tasks, effectively rewiring your habits. It uses system-level blocking for robust enforcement.

**Highlights:** System-level app blocking, Earned screen time rewards, Customizable focus sessions, Privacy-focused design, Lock Screen and Dynamic Island integration, Siri Shortcuts support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lavendr Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Lavendr Yearly | $59.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is DrillLock free?

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

### Is Screen Time & Focus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, DrillLock or Screen Time & Focus?

DrillLock and Screen Time & Focus are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 5 ratings respectively.

### Do DrillLock or Screen Time & Focus have ads?

Neither DrillLock nor Screen Time & Focus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, DrillLock or Screen Time & Focus?

DrillLock ships an update weekly, and Screen Time & Focus fortnightly. Most recently, DrillLock was updated on October 28, 2026 and Screen Time & Focus on October 24, 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.*