Comparison

Screen Time Control vs PawLock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side β€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Screen Time Control

Features
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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.

About

PawLock

Features
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Willpower is no match for billion-dollar social media algorithms. 5 to 6 hours. That’s the average time you’ll 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 Apple’s 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 Apple’s 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

Screenshots

Screen Time Control4 screens
PawLock4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

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.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
Screen Time Control versus PawLock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScreen Time ControlPawLock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 4 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.618.0 β€” better
Further details β€” not scored
Size35 MB59 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDamir StuhecSafak Selim Sofioglu

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Screen Time Control

Subscriptions3
  • pro weekly$7.997 Days
  • pro yearly offer$29.991 Year
  • pro yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
3 purchases

PawLock

Subscriptions2
  • Pawlock Pro Monthly7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Pawlock Pro Yearly$19.991 Year
One-time1
  • Pawlock Pro Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Screen Time Control free?
Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is PawLock free?
PawLock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Screen Time Control or PawLock have ads?
Neither Screen Time Control nor PawLock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Screen Time Control or PawLock?
Screen Time Control ships an update every 5 weeks, and PawLock every 4 days. Most recently, Screen Time Control was updated on October 28, 2026 and PawLock on October 25, 2026.

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