# RelockIn vs Slowth

The clearest difference is monetization model: Slowth at free against RelockIn's free with in-app purchases. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. RelockIn sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Slowth sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.0 for RelockIn against 4.0 for Slowth. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 4 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 5 days. Both last shipped on November 5, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | RelockIn | Slowth |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/relockin-app-limits-plus-browser/id6759315272/reviews) | [4.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slowth-short-video-blocker/id6764140763/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 4 | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 265 MB | 33 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Joel Happ](https://appshunter.io/developer/1878071677) | [Denis Malin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1612038828) |

## What reviewers say

### RelockIn

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/relockin-app-limits-plus-browser/id6759315272)

This app helps you reclaim your time by removing distractions from social media and YouTube. It allows you to set time limits for apps and websites, customize content, and implement challenges to ensure intentional usage.

**Highlights:** Remove Shorts, Reels, and ads, Set time limits for apps and websites, Timed unlock sessions, Customizable schedules, Block clickbait and algorithmic feeds, Private and safe browsing, Custom challenges for focus

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RelockIn Pro - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| RelockIn Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| RelockIn Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| RelockIn Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


### Slowth

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/slowth-short-video-blocker/id6764140763)

This extension helps reduce endless scrolling by hiding short-form video feeds on popular social media and video platforms. It offers customizable blocking options for websites and can also block specific apps on mobile devices. The app prioritizes user privacy with on-device analysis of screen content.

**Highlights:** Blocks YouTube Shorts, Instagram Reels, Facebook Reels, Hides X Explore and trends, Website and app blocking options, On-device screen content analysis, 24-hour restriction timer, Open-source code available

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Cup of Coffee | $0.99 | one-time |
| Coffee Beans | $4.99 | one-time |
| Climbing Pass | $8.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is RelockIn free?

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

### Is Slowth free?

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

### Which has better reviews, RelockIn or Slowth?

RelockIn and Slowth are both rated 4.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 4 and 4 ratings respectively.

### Do RelockIn or Slowth have ads?

Neither RelockIn nor Slowth shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, RelockIn or Slowth?

RelockIn ships an update every 5 days, and Slowth every 5 days. Most recently, RelockIn was updated on November 5, 2026 and Slowth on November 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.*