# Eclipse vs LightScroll

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Eclipse at 18.2 against LightScroll's 26.0. On price, rating, review sentiment and ratings volume there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Eclipse sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and LightScroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. 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 Eclipse against 5.0 for LightScroll. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 11 and 13 respectively. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Eclipse ships an update every 2 weeks, LightScroll every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Eclipse | LightScroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (11 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eclipse-screen-time-control/id6760490617/reviews) | [5.0 (13 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightscroll-less-screen-time/id6763098515/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 11 | **13** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 9 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 31 MB | 43 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.2** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eclipse Systems](https://appshunter.io/developer/1884699166) | [thelightware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895161811) |

## What reviewers say

### Eclipse

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eclipse-screen-time-control/id6760490617)

This app helps reduce phone usage by making your device less engaging. It offers scheduled grayscale mode and app blocking to minimize distractions and encourage focus during designated times.

**Highlights:** Scheduled grayscale mode, App blocking, Recurring focus blocks, Temporary snooze controls, Weekly usage insights

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Eclipse Pro: App Blocker Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Eclipse Pro: App Blocker Annual | $39.99 | per year |


### LightScroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightscroll-less-screen-time/id6763098515)

This app helps you manage your screen time by setting limits, adding intentional friction before opening distracting apps, and choosing consequences for exceeding your limits. It also allows for social accountability and progress tracking to build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** Set flexible screen time limits, Add friction before distracting apps, Choose consequences for exceeding limits, Accountability partner feature, Progress tracking and streaks, Hardcore mode for stricter control

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LightScroll Plus Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| LightScroll Plus Annual | $34.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Eclipse free?

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

### Is LightScroll free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Eclipse or LightScroll?

Eclipse and LightScroll are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 11 and 13 ratings respectively.

### Do Eclipse or LightScroll have ads?

Neither Eclipse nor LightScroll shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Eclipse or LightScroll?

Eclipse ships an update every 2 weeks, and LightScroll every 9 days. Most recently, Eclipse was updated on October 13, 2026 and LightScroll on October 16, 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.*