# Digital Sabbath vs Sabbath

The clearest difference is rating: Digital Sabbath at 5.0 against Sabbath's 4.4. Digital Sabbath also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). Sabbath's advantage is update cadence (every 5 days vs every 4 weeks) and ratings volume (21 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sabbath sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Digital Sabbath asks for nothing beyond the download.

Digital Sabbath holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Sabbath has 21 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Digital Sabbath ships an update every 4 weeks, Sabbath every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on June 11, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Digital Sabbath | Sabbath |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-sabbath/id6759269391/reviews)** | [4.4 (21 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sabbath-screen-time/id6761978095/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **21** |
| Positive reviews | — | 66.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 4 weeks | **Every 5 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 1 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Charles Yang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877766862) | [Dig Wells, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1498971378) |

## What reviewers say

### Digital Sabbath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/digital-sabbath/id6759269391)

This app helps you disconnect from distracting applications for one day each year, the summer solstice. You select which apps to pause, allowing you to experience life without constant digital interruptions while essential functions remain accessible.

**Highlights:** Annual digital disconnection, Select apps to pause, Essential functions remain active, Preview with mini sabbath, Focus on summer solstice

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Sabbath

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sabbath-screen-time/id6761978095)

This app encourages users to disconnect from their phones one day a week, fostering a digital detox. It's designed for individuals and families to engage in offline activities together. The practice is inspired by an ancient tradition.

**Highlights:** Weekly digital detox, App blocking for one day, Family and friend participation, Modern take on ancient practice, Promotes offline activities

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sabbath Plus Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Sabbath Plus Annual | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Digital Sabbath free?

Digital Sabbath is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Sabbath free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Digital Sabbath or Sabbath?

Digital Sabbath is rated higher. Digital Sabbath averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Sabbath averages 4.4 from 21 ratings.

### Do Digital Sabbath or Sabbath have ads?

Neither Digital Sabbath nor Sabbath shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Digital Sabbath or Sabbath?

Digital Sabbath ships an update every 4 weeks, and Sabbath every 5 days. Most recently, Digital Sabbath was updated on June 11, 2026 and Sabbath on September 20, 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.*