Unlocked vs ScreenIO
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Unlocked
This app helps users manage their screen time by blocking access to specific applications. It offers a Pro subscription for enhanced features and control over usage. Manage your digital well-being and regain focus with customizable blocking options.
- Application blocking
- Screen time management
- Pro subscription for full features
- Customizable blocking options
- Digital well-being focus
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— Unlocked Pro Subscription — Unlock the full power of Unlocked with a Pro subscription: • Monthly: $9.99 / month • Yearly: $29.99 / yearly with a 3-day FREE trial Payment will be charged to your Apple ID account at confirmation of purchase. Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage and cancel your subscriptions in your App Store account settings after purchase. Privacy Policy: https://tryunlockedapp.com/privacy.html Terms of Use (EULA): https://tryunlockedapp.com/terms.html
ScreenIO
This app helps you reduce distractions and build better digital habits by blocking apps, setting daily limits, and scheduling focused sessions. Create custom rules and ambient soundscapes to reclaim your time and use your phone more intentionally.
- Block distracting apps instantly
- Schedule custom blocking times
- Set daily app usage limits
- Initiate timed focus sessions
- Ambient focus music and backgrounds
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Take Control of Your Screen Time Spend less time scrolling and more time on what matters. ScreenIO is an app blocker and focus tool that helps you reduce distractions, manage screen time, and build better digital habits. Stay Focused, Your Way Block Apps Instantly – Stop distracting apps when you need uninterrupted time. Scheduled Blocking – Set custom schedules for study, work, sleep, or digital detox. Daily Limits – Control how long you use apps and how often you open them. Focus Sessions – Start timed sessions to stay focused and make progress. Focus Music & Background – Choose ambient sounds & background to create a calmer environment for concentration. Built for Better Digital Habits Whether you're studying, working, taking a break from social media, or trying to spend less time on your phone, ScreenIO helps you manage distractions and use your time more intentionally. Create your own blocking rules, set limits that fit your routine, and make focused time part of your day. Download ScreenIO and take back your time. Disclaimer: ScreenIO provides tools to help manage screen time and reduce distractions. Usage statistics are for informational purposes only. App blocking effectiveness may vary based on device settings and system permissions. Terms of Service: Privacy Policy: https://sites.google.com/view/pp-screen-time-control/home EULA: https://sites.google.com/view/eula-screen-time-control/home
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: ScreenIO at 5.0 against Unlocked's 4.5. ScreenIO also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4) and iOS requirement (16.2 vs 18.0). Unlocked's advantage is ratings volume (14 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Unlocked sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per 7 days. ScreenIO asks for nothing beyond the download.
ScreenIO holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Unlocked has 14 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
Unlocked ships an update every 4 days, ScreenIO every 5 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Unlocked | ScreenIO |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (14 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 66.7% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 14 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 4 days — better | Every 5 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 16.2 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 64 MB | 147 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Anthony Jaramillo | AMOBEAR GROUP |
Customer experience
Unlocked
ScreenIO
In-app purchases
Unlocked
- Unlocked Pro Weekly$5.997 Days
- Unlocked Pro Monthly$9.991 Month
- Unlocked Pro 6 Month$29.996 Months
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- Unlocked Pro Annual3 Days trial$39.991 Year
ScreenIO
No in-app purchases
