# Parkbench vs GladeFocus Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is update cadence: Parkbench at every 5 days against GladeFocus Screen Time Control's every 3 weeks. Parkbench also leads on ratings volume (5 vs 1). GladeFocus Screen Time Control's advantage is rating (5.0 vs 4.8) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Parkbench sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and GladeFocus Screen Time Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

GladeFocus Screen Time Control holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Parkbench has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Parkbench ships an update every 5 days, GladeFocus Screen Time Control every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Parkbench | GladeFocus Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkbench-app-blocker/id6761879071/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gladefocus-screen-time-control/id6787223795/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 5 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Size | 43 MB | 56 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [GADForge LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/916019631) | [WILLIAM LIU](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787223797) |

## What reviewers say

### Parkbench

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parkbench-app-blocker/id6761879071)

This app helps you reduce screen time by blocking distracting apps and websites. Instead of opening them, you'll see a calming park scene that grows with your focus. Set schedules and time limits to protect your quiet hours.

**Highlights:** Block apps and websites, Visual focus timer with growing park, Customizable schedules, Time limits for apps, NFC tag integration, Privacy-focused design

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Parkbench Premium | $3.99 | per month |
| Parkbench Premium | $27.99 | per year |
| Parkbench Premium, Lifetime | $84.99 | one-time |


### GladeFocus Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gladefocus-screen-time-control/id6787223795)

This app helps you stay focused by blocking distracting apps and websites. Earn virtual currency by completing focus sessions to grow a personalized digital garden and compete on a global leaderboard. Achieve milestones and unlock special trees to enhance your virtual landscape.

**Highlights:** Fully locked app and website blocking, Gamified focus sessions with Acorn rewards, Grow and customize a digital garden, Global and friend leaderboards, Scheduled, recurring, and Pomodoro sessions, Cross-device synchronization

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Monthly | $10.00 | per month |
| Glade Pro Yearly (Special Offer) | $40.00 | per year |
| Pro Yearly | $60.00 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Parkbench free?

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

### Is GladeFocus Screen Time Control free?

GladeFocus Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Parkbench or GladeFocus Screen Time Control?

GladeFocus Screen Time Control is rated higher. Parkbench averages 4.8 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while GladeFocus Screen Time Control averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Parkbench or GladeFocus Screen Time Control have ads?

Neither Parkbench nor GladeFocus Screen Time Control shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Parkbench or GladeFocus Screen Time Control?

Parkbench ships an update every 5 days, and GladeFocus Screen Time Control every 3 weeks. Most recently, Parkbench was updated on October 31, 2026 and GladeFocus Screen Time Control on November 5, 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.*