# Bastion vs FocusFirst Screen Time Control

The clearest difference is monetization model: Bastion at free with in-app purchases against FocusFirst Screen Time Control's subscription. Bastion also leads on iOS requirement (17.6 vs 26.1). FocusFirst Screen Time Control's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Bastion sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and FocusFirst Screen Time Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Bastion against 5.0 for FocusFirst Screen Time Control. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

Bastion ships an update weekly, FocusFirst Screen Time Control every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 29, 2026 and September 4, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bastion | FocusFirst Screen Time Control |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bastion-screen-time-control/id6762038361/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusfirst-screen-time-control/id6774385126/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 2 weeks |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 25 MB | 34 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 26.1 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Automation Launchpad](https://appshunter.io/developer/1887975492) | [Michael Riehl](https://appshunter.io/developer/1861093934) |

## What reviewers say

### Bastion

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bastion-screen-time-control/id6762038361)

This app helps you reduce distractions and break phone addiction by requiring you to walk to unlock apps. Earn screen time with real steps, fostering healthier habits without deleting your favorite applications.

**Highlights:** Walk to earn screen time with step tracking, App blocker for social media and websites, Screen time control without relying on discipline, Live unlock timer, Lock Screen and Dynamic Island support, Save earned minutes, Daily streaks for consistency

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Bastion Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Bastion Yearly | $39.99 | per year |


### FocusFirst Screen Time Control

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focusfirst-screen-time-control/id6774385126)

This app helps you reclaim your time by blocking distracting applications and encouraging focused activity. It's designed to foster a more deliberate relationship with your phone, reducing mindless scrolling and guilt while building momentum towards your goals.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Earn screen time through focused activity, Build healthy boundaries, Reduce mindless scrolling, Increase momentum towards goals, Promotes deliberate phone use

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Focus First \| Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Focus First \| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Focus First \| Yearly | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bastion free?

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

### Is FocusFirst Screen Time Control free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bastion or FocusFirst Screen Time Control?

Bastion and FocusFirst Screen Time Control are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Bastion or FocusFirst Screen Time Control have ads?

Bastion shows ads; FocusFirst Screen Time Control does not.

### Which is updated more often, Bastion or FocusFirst Screen Time Control?

Bastion ships an update weekly, and FocusFirst Screen Time Control every 2 weeks. Most recently, Bastion was updated on June 29, 2026 and FocusFirst Screen Time Control on September 4, 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.*