# LightScroll vs Manaya

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Manaya at none against LightScroll's 2. Manaya also leads on iOS requirement (17.0 vs 26.0). LightScroll's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 1). On price, rating, review sentiment and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LightScroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Manaya asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for LightScroll against 5.0 for Manaya. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: LightScroll has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

## The numbers

| Metric | LightScroll | Manaya |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightscroll-limit-screen-time/id6763098515/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manaya-stop-doomscrolling/id6794982678/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **14** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 43 MB | 13 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.0** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [thelightware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895161811) | [Bishwo Dahal](https://appshunter.io/developer/6794982980) |

## What reviewers say

### LightScroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightscroll-limit-screen-time/id6763098515)

This app helps you manage your screen time by setting limits, adding intentional friction before opening distracting apps, and choosing consequences for exceeding your limits. It also allows for social accountability and progress tracking to build healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** Set flexible screen time limits, Add friction before distracting apps, Choose consequences for exceeding limits, Accountability partner feature, Progress tracking and streaks, Hardcore mode for stricter control

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| LightScroll Plus Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| LightScroll Plus Annual | $34.99 | per year |


### Manaya

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/manaya-stop-doomscrolling/id6794982678)

This app introduces intentional friction to your digital habits by creating groups of apps and websites to protect. It offers various plans with wait times and limited open windows, encouraging you to reclaim your time.

**Highlights:** App and site grouping, Customizable blocking plans (Easy, Medium, Hard), Wait times before app access, Limited app open windows, Streak building with companion, Hard lock options, Privacy-focused, no account needed

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LightScroll free?

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

### Is Manaya free?

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

### Which has better reviews, LightScroll or Manaya?

LightScroll and Manaya are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 14 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do LightScroll or Manaya have ads?

Neither LightScroll nor Manaya shows ads.

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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.*