Comparison

FocusGuard vs Screen Time Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

FocusGuard

Features
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Take back your time. FocusGuard blocks the apps that pull you in, and makes sure the block holds when your willpower doesn't. THE PROBLEM Most of us unlock our phones dozens of times a day, usually without deciding to. The apps are built to keep you scrolling, and a simple time limit is one tap away from "Ignore". Blocking only works if it's hard to undo. THE SOLUTION FocusGuard is built on Apple's Screen Time, so blocks are enforced by iOS itself. You choose how strict to be, from a gentle pause to a session that can't be cancelled. HOW IT WORKS 1. Tell us your goal. A short setup builds your plan: a daily focus goal, a starter schedule and the apps that distract you most. 2. Block in one tap. Start a focus session from a quick preset or with Siri. 3. Pick your strictness. Flexible allows a mindful pause, Focus asks for a 30-second challenge to quit, Strict can't be ended early. 4. Watch your streak grow. Every focused day counts toward your streak, gems and milestones. WAYS TO BLOCK • Focus Sessions: block the apps and sites you choose for a set time • Schedules: block automatically on the days and hours you pick, including overnight • Daily App Limits: give social apps a daily budget. When it's spent, they lock until midnight • Always On: keep apps blocked until you turn it off • Dumb Phone Mode: allow only the few apps you truly need. Everything else locks • Sleep Mode: distractions lock automatically at bedtime HARD TO BACK OUT OF • Strict Mode: no cancel button. One Emergency Pass per week for real emergencies • Mindful Pause: one slow breath and a reason before a short, timed unlock. Apps lock again on their own • See how many times you resisted today, right on the block screen • PIN and uninstall protection against impulse decisions STAY MOTIVATED • Focus Score: your progress toward today's focus goal • Weekly focus charts, streaks, evolving gems and milestones • Home Screen and Lock Screen widgets, plus a Live Activity while you focus • Siri and Shortcuts: start focusing or lock apps hands-free • Focus sounds: white, pink and brown noise WHY FOCUSGUARD IS DIFFERENT • Blocks are enforced by iOS Screen Time, not a reminder you can swipe away • No VPN profile, no account, no ads • FocusGuard never sees which apps you use. Apple keeps that private, and your data stays on your iPhone FREE • Unlimited Flexible focus sessions with Mindful Pause • 1 schedule plus Sleep Mode, and 1 daily app limit • Streaks, Focus Score, widgets and 7-day stats FOCUSGUARD PRO • Focus and Strict difficulty • Dumb Phone Mode • Unlimited schedules and app limits • PIN and uninstall protection • 30-day history and focus heatmap Pro is available as a weekly, monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings → your name → Subscriptions. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Screen Time Control

Features
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Screen Time Control: Focus Take control of your digital life and build healthier screen habits with Screen Time Control: Focus. Reduce distractions, stay productive, and spend more time on what truly matters. Whether you're working, studying, or simply looking to cut down on excessive phone use, our smart tools help you stay focused every day. Stay Focused Reduce unnecessary phone usage and create healthier daily habits with intelligent screen time management. Block Distracting Apps Limit access to distracting apps during work, study, family time, or bedtime to improve concentration and productivity. Build Better Habits Create personalized schedules and daily limits to develop long-term digital wellness habits. Track Your Progress Monitor your screen usage with clear insights and statistics. View your daily activity and celebrate improvements over time. Smart Focus Sessions Start distraction-free focus sessions to help you complete tasks, study efficiently, and achieve your goals. Custom Schedules Create different focus schedules for work, school, exercise, bedtime, or personal time. Daily Goals Set realistic screen time goals and stay motivated with progress tracking and reminders. Why Choose Screen Time Control: Focus? • Reduce daily screen time • Block distracting apps • Improve focus and productivity • Build healthier digital habits • Track daily and weekly progress • Create personalized schedules • Simple, fast, and easy to use • Clean and intuitive interface • Privacy-focused experience • Designed for students, professionals, and families Whether you're trying to reduce social media use, improve productivity, study without distractions, or create healthier phone habits, Screen Time Control: Focus gives you the tools you need to stay in control. Download today and start building healthier screen habits with Screen Time Control: Focus. Privacy policy : https://screentimecontrolfocus.blogspot.com Terms of use : https://sites.google.com/view/brtermsofuse/home

Screenshots

FocusGuard4 screens
Screen Time Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: FocusGuard at none against Screen Time Control's shown. On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. FocusGuard sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Screen Time Control sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard1 real difference · 5 level
FocusGuard versus Screen Time Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocusGuardScreen Time Control
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks—
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB42 MB
Age rating4+4+
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In-app purchases

3 purchases

FocusGuard

Subscriptions3
  • FocusGuard Pro Weekly$4.997 Days
  • FocusGuard Pro Monthly$7.991 Month
  • FocusGuard Pro Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
3 purchases

Screen Time Control

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly [ 1 Week ]$0.997 Days
  • Monthly [ 1 Month ]$2.491 Month
  • Yearly [ 1 Year ]$7.991 Year

Questions

Is FocusGuard free?
FocusGuard is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Time Control free?
Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FocusGuard or Screen Time Control have ads?
Screen Time Control shows ads; FocusGuard does not.

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