Comparison

Quit Gambling vs Play Aware

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

Head to head
About

Quit Gambling

This app helps users block gambling websites and apps, manage urges with guided cooldowns, and track progress. It offers features like PIN-locked settings and accountability partner contact for support during difficult moments.

Highlights
  • Block gambling websites and apps
  • Guided cooldown timers for urges
  • PIN-locked settings
  • 24-hour cooldown for site removal
  • Progress tracking (streak, resisted urges)
  • High-risk moment preparation
  • One-tap contact for accountability partner
Features
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Guardrail helps you block gambling sites and apps, control urges in the moment, and stay on track. Built for real-life temptation, Guardrail doesn’t just track progress — it helps you stop impulsive decisions before they turn into regret. No accounts. No judgment. Just support when you need it most. Block access before it becomes a problem Guardrail blocks gambling websites across all browsers with a local DNS filter, and blocks gambling apps using Apple’s Screen Time controls. Control urges in the moment When temptation hits, start a guided cooldown. A full-screen timer with calming prompts helps you ride out the urge until it passes. Built to prevent impulsive decisions Lock settings with a secure PIN. Require a 24-hour cooldown to remove blocked sites. No instant overrides or bypass options. Stay motivated with real progress Track your streak, see resisted urges, and view weekly stats on blocked attempts. Prepare for high-risk moments Set your most vulnerable times and get a reminder before urges tend to hit. Reach support instantly Add a sponsor or accountability partner and contact them with one tap during a difficult moment. Private by design Everything stays on your device. No accounts. No tracking. No uploads. For anyone ready to stop gambling Whether you’re in recovery, cutting back, or starting fresh, Guardrail helps you take back control. Your recovery. Your rules. Your guardrail.

About

Play Aware

Features
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Play Aware helps you build healthier gaming and gambling habits with practical, private tools designed for everyday use. Whether you want to reduce impulsive play, understand your triggers, or stay accountable to your goals, Play Aware gives you a clear, supportive system to stay in control. FEATURES Track Your Patterns - Log sessions, mood, spend, and context to see what drives your behavior over time. Spot Your Triggers - Identify moments, emotions, and environments linked to risky decisions so you can act earlier. Set Personal Boundaries - Create limits for time, budget, and frequency that match your goals. Reflect and Reset - Use check-ins and guided prompts to pause, reflect, and make better next-step decisions. Progress Insights - See trends, streaks, and behavior changes with simple visual summaries. Private by Design - Your data stays personal and protected, so you can focus on progress without judgment. WHO IT’S FOR - People who want to play more intentionally - Anyone building safer gambling habits - Users working toward better self-control and consistency IMPORTANT NOTE Play Aware is a self-management and habit-support tool. It does not provide medical, psychiatric, or emergency services. If you are experiencing severe distress or addiction-related harm, seek professional help from qualified local services. Take back control, one decision at a time, with Play Aware.

Screenshots

Quit Gambling4 screens
Play Aware4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: Play Aware at 17.0 against Quit Gambling's 26.1. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
Quit Gambling versus Play Aware: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterQuit GamblingPlay Aware
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS26.117.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size15 MB15 MB
Age rating+412+
DeveloperGlen BentleyLissiland LLC

In-app purchases

None

Quit Gambling

No in-app purchases

None

Play Aware

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Quit Gambling free?
Quit Gambling is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Play Aware free?
Play Aware is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Quit Gambling or Play Aware have ads?
Neither Quit Gambling nor Play Aware shows ads.

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