# idea vs ScreenFox

idea and ScreenFox are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Both are free to download. idea sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and ScreenFox sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

## The numbers

| Metric | idea | ScreenFox |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenfox-screen-time-blocker/id6775466467/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 5 days |
| Monetization | — | Freemium |
| Size | 1 MB | 87 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Moneshwar Ragouraman](https://appshunter.io/developer/1869822875) | [Deyi Rao](https://appshunter.io/developer/6775466469) |

## What reviewers say

### idea

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idea-ai-task-planner/id6759513484)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Pro | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Lifetime Pro | $19.99 | one-time |


### ScreenFox

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/screenfox-screen-time-blocker/id6775466467)

This app uses a virtual fox companion to help you reduce screen time. The fox's happiness reflects your digital habits, and excessive use locks distracting apps until you focus. Earn rewards for mindful usage and build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** Virtual fox companion reflects digital habits, App locking for excessive usage, Focus sessions to restore hearts, Daily streaks and achievements, App launch delay, Session duration limits

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ScreenFox Pro (Monthly) | $8.99 | per month |
| ScreenFox Pro (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is idea free?

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

### Is ScreenFox free?

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

### Do idea or ScreenFox have ads?

Neither idea nor ScreenFox 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.*