# ScrollTax vs Rotcut

The clearest difference is monetization model: ScrollTax at freemium against Rotcut's subscription. Rotcut's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and update cadence (every 4 days vs every 8 days). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ScrollTax sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month and Rotcut sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Rotcut holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 4 and 2 respectively.

ScrollTax ships an update every 8 days, Rotcut every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | ScrollTax | Rotcut |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrolltax-earn-screen-time/id6759911385/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rotcut-screen-time-control/id6763635004/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **4** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 8 days | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 76 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Marasy Phi](https://appshunter.io/developer/1732358181) | [Justine Ladlad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895410941) |

## What reviewers say

### ScrollTax

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/scrolltax-earn-screen-time/id6759911385)

This app uses a unique budgeting system to help you manage screen time. Earn points by engaging in healthy habits like reading or exercising, then spend those points on time within your chosen apps. Hit zero, and your apps lock until you earn more.

**Highlights:** Budget-based app blocking, Earn points via healthy habits, Automatic app locking, Debt carryover for overspending, Integration with Focus modes, Emergency unlock feature

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Pro - Annually | $29.99 | per year |


### Rotcut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rotcut-screen-time-control/id6763635004)

This app helps you break free from mindless scrolling by introducing friction and a reward system before you can access distracting apps. Complete focus tasks to earn unlock currency and spend it to access your chosen apps for a limited time, building healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocker using Apple Screen Time, Earn energy points for focus tasks, Push-up and step counter for energy, Focus timer and meditation timer, Daily streaks and progress tracking, Home screen widget for energy and streak

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RotCut Pro - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| RotCut Pro - Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| RotCut Pro - Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| RotCut Pro - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is ScrollTax free?

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

### Is Rotcut free?

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

### Which has better reviews, ScrollTax or Rotcut?

Rotcut is rated higher. ScrollTax averages 4.8 out of 5 from 4 ratings, while Rotcut averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do ScrollTax or Rotcut have ads?

Neither ScrollTax nor Rotcut shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, ScrollTax or Rotcut?

ScrollTax ships an update every 8 days, and Rotcut every 4 days. Most recently, ScrollTax was updated on November 9, 2026 and Rotcut on October 31, 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.*