# Control vs Prayer First

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Control at none against Prayer First's 13. Prayer First's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Prayer First sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Control asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | Control | Prayer First |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prayer-first-christian-focus/id6777431787/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 4 MB | 49 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Bhautik Amipara](https://appshunter.io/developer/1396115498) | [RADIANT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS PTE. LTD.](https://appshunter.io/developer/6777431789) |

## What reviewers say

### Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/control-screen-time-limits/id6759439001)

This app helps you regain control of your time by setting limits on distracting applications. It blocks chosen apps once your daily limit is reached, promoting intentional usage and focus without guilt or pressure.

**Highlights:** Set app time limits, Block distracting apps, Promote intentional usage, Reclaim lost hours, Focus on work/study/creation, Simple and clear interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Prayer First

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/prayer-first-christian-focus/id6777431787)

This app helps Christians prioritize scripture over phone distractions in the morning. It blocks selected apps until you complete a Bible-focused action like opening a Bible app or journaling.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps/categories, Unlock via Bible app or journaling, Local morning journal with photo option, Earn extra slots via referrals, Customizable lock windows, Built on Apple Screen Time privacy

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

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Prayer First Students | $1.99 | per month |
| Prayer First Monthly Sub | $1.99 | per month |
| Prayer First Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Prayer First Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Prayer First Monthly | $7.99 | per month |
| Prayer First Weekly | $7.99 | per 7 days |
| Prayer First Annual | $9.99 | per year |
| Prayer First Annual | $24.99 | per year |
| Prayer First Annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Small tip | $0.99 | one-time |
| Medium tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Large tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Prayer First Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Control free?

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

### Is Prayer First free?

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

### Do Control or Prayer First have ads?

Neither Control nor Prayer First shows ads.

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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.*