# AppTime vs Rotcut

The clearest difference is rating: Rotcut at 5.0 against AppTime's 3.3. Rotcut also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks). AppTime's advantage is monetization model (freemium vs subscription). On price, ratings volume, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AppTime sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per year and Rotcut sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Rotcut holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.

AppTime ships an update every 3 weeks, Rotcut every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AppTime | Rotcut |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apptime-screen-time-control/id6761046766/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rotcut-screen-time-control/id6763635004/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 80.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Freemium** | Subscription |
| Size | 25 MB | 75 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [帆 邱](https://appshunter.io/developer/1766624521) | [Justine Ladlad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895410941) |

## What reviewers say

### AppTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apptime-screen-time-control/id6761046766)

Build positive habits and manage your screen time by earning points for completing goals. Trade self-discipline for freedom and reduce distractions with a rewarding system.

**Highlights:** Build custom daily habits, Earn points for habit completion, Redeem points for entertainment app time, Track daily status with Health Value, Complete system tasks for extra time, Home screen widgets for quick check-ins, iCloud sync across devices

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscribe Pro | $5.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $7.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $9.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Pro | $19.99 | one-time |


### Rotcut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rotcut-screen-time-control/id6763635004)

This app helps you break free from mindless scrolling by introducing friction and a reward system before you can access distracting apps. Complete focus tasks to earn unlock currency and spend it to access your chosen apps for a limited time, building healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** App blocker using Apple Screen Time, Earn energy points for focus tasks, Push-up and step counter for energy, Focus timer and meditation timer, Daily streaks and progress tracking, Home screen widget for energy and streak

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| RotCut Pro - Monthly | $9.99 | per month |
| RotCut Pro - Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| RotCut Pro - Annual | $29.99 | per year |
| RotCut Pro - Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AppTime free?

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

### Is Rotcut free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AppTime or Rotcut?

Rotcut is rated higher. AppTime averages 3.3 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while Rotcut averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do AppTime or Rotcut have ads?

Neither AppTime nor Rotcut shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AppTime or Rotcut?

AppTime ships an update every 3 weeks, and Rotcut every 4 days. Most recently, AppTime was updated on September 20, 2026 and Rotcut on September 21, 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.*