# LightScroll vs Unspiral

The clearest difference is update cadence: LightScroll at every 9 days against Unspiral's every 3 weeks. Unspiral's advantage is iOS requirement (18.6 vs 26.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. LightScroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Unspiral sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

LightScroll ships an update every 9 days, Unspiral every 3 weeks. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | LightScroll | Unspiral |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightscroll-limit-screen-time/id6763098515/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **14** | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 43 MB | 30 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **18.6** |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [thelightware](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895161811) | [Momolith Labs Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/6778615837) |

## 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 |


### Unspiral

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unspiral-stop-scrolling/id6800204915)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unspiral Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Annual | $29.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is LightScroll free?

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

### Is Unspiral free?

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

### Do LightScroll or Unspiral have ads?

Neither LightScroll nor Unspiral shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, LightScroll or Unspiral?

LightScroll ships an update every 9 days, and Unspiral every 3 weeks. Most recently, LightScroll was updated on October 25, 2026 and Unspiral on October 25, 2026.

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