Screen Time Control vs PawLock
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β with what reviewers say about each.
Screen Time Control
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Stop scrolling strangers' lives, start reliving yours. memu lock is a screen time app that replaces the scroll with a memory from your own life. Every time you try to open Instagram, TikTok, or another app you want to cut back on, memu lock shows you a photo from your camera roll, and asks when & where it was taken. Get it right and your apps unlock. Why memu lock feels different: β’ It replaces the urge instead of just blocking it β’ Every memory challenge comes from your own photos β’ No account, no uploads, no backend Website: https://getmemu.com Privacy Policy: https://getmemu.com/privacy Terms: https://getmemu.com/terms Built in Slovenia by a solo indie developer.
PawLock
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Willpower is no match for billion-dollar social media algorithms. 5 to 6 hours. Thatβs the average time youβll spend looking at your phone today, lost in endless scrolling. Feeds, Reels, and notifications are scientifically engineered to hijack your focus. PawLock is built to give you your life, time, and attention back using Appleβs official iOS 18 Screen Time framework. Reclaim an average of 2+ hours of productive, deep focus time every single day. WHY PAWLOCK IS DIFFERENT: Tired of soft blockers you can bypass in two taps, or apps that charge predatory /year subscriptions? PawLock delivers uncompromising discipline: β’ UNBYPASSABLE STRICT MODE: Once a lock session starts, you cannot edit, disable, or delete it inside the app until time expires. No cheats, no excuses. β’ DOOMSCROLLING SHIELD: Put an impenetrable wall between you and Instagram Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts, and X. β’ SAFARI & WEBSITE BLOCKER: Blocks distracting web domains and adult content directly inside Safari. β’ SCHEDULED ROUTINES & POMODORO: Set automated blocking schedules for deep work, study sessions, or bedtime digital detox. β’ 100% PRIVATE & ON-DEVICE: Built strictly on Appleβs FamilyControls framework. Your personal browsing and app activity never leave your iPhone. TRANSPARENT PRICING & LIFETIME ACCESS No hidden traps. Enjoy a 7-day free trial on monthly plans, or unlock lifetime access with a single, one-time payment. Requirements: Requires Apple Screen Time authorization to block apps and websites. No account or sign-up needed. Privacy Policy: https://pawlock.app/privacy Terms of Use: https://pawlock.app/terms
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: PawLock at every 4 days against Screen Time Control's every 5 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Screen Time Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days and PawLock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Screen Time Control ships an update every 5 weeks, PawLock every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Screen Time Control | PawLock |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 4 days β better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad β better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.6 | 18.0 β better |
| Further details β not scored | ||
| Size | 35 MB | 59 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Damir Stuhec | Safak Selim Sofioglu |
In-app purchases
Screen Time Control
- pro weekly$7.997 Days
- pro yearly offer$29.991 Year
- pro yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
PawLock
- Pawlock Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
- Pawlock Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
- Pawlock Pro Lifetime$19.99
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