# MathBlocker vs ChessScroll

The clearest difference is rating: MathBlocker at 5.0 against ChessScroll's 3.0. MathBlocker also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). ChessScroll's advantage is iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ChessScroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. MathBlocker asks for nothing beyond the download.

MathBlocker holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 2 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MathBlocker | ChessScroll |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathblocker-stop-scrolling/id6761896675/reviews)** | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chessscroll-earn-your-scroll/id6789703834/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **2** |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Weekly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 32 MB | 100 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Andy Phu](https://appshunter.io/developer/1775862376) | [MICHAŁ ROSTKOWSKI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1888939019) |

## What reviewers say

### MathBlocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mathblocker-stop-scrolling/id6761896675)

This app places a math problem between you and apps you overuse. Solve a math question to regain access to blocked applications, with difficulty levels and problem sets from standardized tests.

**Highlights:** Block any app or category, Adjustable math problem difficulty, Choose from various standardized test problem sets, Earn back app time by solving problems, Set daily, weekly, and per-app limits, Schedule blocks by time of day, Usage dashboard

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### ChessScroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/chessscroll-earn-your-scroll/id6789703834)

This app locks distracting applications behind chess puzzles. Solve a puzzle to earn minutes of screen time for your chosen apps. It aims to reduce screen time by integrating practice into existing habits.

**Highlights:** App locking with chess puzzles, Customizable scroll time per puzzle, Offline puzzle functionality, Personalized puzzle difficulty, Privacy-focused, no account needed, Reduces screen time through habit integration

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $7.99 | per month |
| Annual Membership | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MathBlocker free?

MathBlocker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ChessScroll free?

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

### Which has better reviews, MathBlocker or ChessScroll?

MathBlocker is rated higher. MathBlocker averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while ChessScroll averages 3.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do MathBlocker or ChessScroll have ads?

Neither MathBlocker nor ChessScroll shows ads.

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