# EarnScroll vs TimeTrader

The clearest difference is rating: TimeTrader at 5.0 against EarnScroll's 4.5. TimeTrader also leads on update cadence (every 3 days vs monthly). EarnScroll's advantage is ratings volume (31 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. EarnScroll sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month and TimeTrader sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

TimeTrader holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: EarnScroll has 31 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

EarnScroll ships an update monthly, TimeTrader every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 1, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EarnScroll | TimeTrader |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (31 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earnscroll-reduce-screen-time/id6760631027/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timetrader-earn-screen-time/id6769617404/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **31** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Every 3 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Freemium |
| Size | 18 MB | 55 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [NICHOLAS ALLEN SNIDER](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885418215) | [楠 王](https://appshunter.io/developer/1823520054) |

## What reviewers say

### EarnScroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earnscroll-reduce-screen-time/id6760631027)

This app helps you regain control of your phone usage by requiring you to complete real-world healthy habits to earn screen time. Block distracting apps and trade physical activity for minutes of guilt-free scrolling.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Earn screen time with physical habits, Verified habit completion (motion sensors, GPS), Customizable exchange rates, Streak tracking, Family mode for kids, Focus sessions

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EarnScroll Pro Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| EarnScroll Pro Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Earn It Monthly | $8.99 | one-time |


### TimeTrader

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timetrader-earn-screen-time/id6769617404)

This app rewards you for completing offline activities like walking or exercising by granting you screen time for your favorite apps. It helps reduce mindless scrolling and build healthier habits by making real-life actions the currency for digital engagement.

**Highlights:** Earn screen time through real-life actions, Complete offline activities like walking and exercising, Reduce mindless screen time, Build healthier habits, Block distracting apps when earned time runs out, Change your relationship with your phone

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

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Annually | $19.99 | per year |
| Annually | $29.99 | per year |
| Annually | $34.99 | per year |
| Annually | $69.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EarnScroll free?

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

### Is TimeTrader free?

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

### Which has better reviews, EarnScroll or TimeTrader?

TimeTrader is rated higher. EarnScroll averages 4.5 out of 5 from 31 ratings, while TimeTrader averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do EarnScroll or TimeTrader have ads?

Neither EarnScroll nor TimeTrader shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EarnScroll or TimeTrader?

EarnScroll ships an update monthly, and TimeTrader every 3 days. Most recently, EarnScroll was updated on October 1, 2026 and TimeTrader on October 7, 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.*