# Intentional vs Strict App Blocker

The clearest difference is monetization model: Strict App Blocker at free against Intentional's subscription. Strict App Blocker also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs every 2 weeks). Intentional's advantage is ratings volume (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Intentional sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month and Strict App Blocker sells 4 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 — 5.0 for Intentional against 5.0 for Strict App Blocker. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

Intentional ships an update every 2 weeks, Strict App Blocker every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Intentional | Strict App Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intentional-screen-time-ctrl/id6759545167/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strict-app-blockerblock-apps/id6804847493/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 1 MB | 17 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.1** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Nicholas Kneafsey](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209887722) | [Casebuddy Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/6783544368) |

## What reviewers say

### Intentional

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intentional-screen-time-ctrl/id6759545167)

This app helps you regain control of your phone usage by introducing a brief pause before opening distracting applications. Set time limits and lock apps automatically when your session ends, breaking autopilot behavior without relying on willpower.

**Highlights:** Brief pause before app opening, Set time limits for apps, Automatic app locking, Game mode during countdowns, Session reminders, Background enforcement, Distraction-free design

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intentional Monthly | $2.99 | per month |


### Strict App Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strict-app-blockerblock-apps/id6804847493)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by setting daily limits or blocking specific applications during designated hours. Features include a countdown timer, a strict "hard mode" for complete blocking, and a grayscale option to discourage usage. It offers a ten-day training period to build new habits.

**Highlights:** Daily time limits for apps, Scheduled app blocking (Hard Mode), Grayscale mode for usage deterrence, Strict training mode to lock settings, Sixty-day usage history, No account required, data stays on device

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A small tip | $1.99 | one-time |
| A good tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| A generous tip | $9.99 | one-time |
| A very generous tip | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Intentional free?

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

### Is Strict App Blocker free?

Strict App Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Intentional or Strict App Blocker?

Intentional and Strict App Blocker are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 3 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Intentional or Strict App Blocker have ads?

Neither Intentional nor Strict App Blocker shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Intentional or Strict App Blocker?

Intentional ships an update every 2 weeks, and Strict App Blocker every 3 days. Most recently, Intentional was updated on October 31, 2026 and Strict App Blocker on October 10, 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.*