# Sqroll vs DOTS

The clearest difference is rating: DOTS at 5.0 against Sqroll's 3.0. DOTS also leads on ads (none vs shown). Sqroll's advantage is iOS requirement (17.4 vs 26.1). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Sqroll sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and DOTS sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

DOTS holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2 and 1 respectively.

Sqroll ships an update every 2 weeks, DOTS every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 8, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Sqroll | DOTS |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqroll-screen-time-control/id6769684485/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dots-screen-time-and-focus/id6775587232/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **2** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 95 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.4** | 26.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Ayaan Majeed](https://appshunter.io/developer/1874281537) | [Novarch LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773573492) |

## What reviewers say

### Sqroll

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sqroll-screen-time-control/id6769684485)

This app blocks distracting applications until you complete a set number of squats, tracked by your phone's camera. It aims to help users reduce screen time and increase physical activity by linking app access to exercise. Earn screen time by moving your body and build healthy habits.

**Highlights:** AI-powered squat detection, App blocking, Customizable goals, Streak tracking, Progress statistics, Shareable progress cards

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Sqroll (Monthly) | $6.99 | per month |
| Sqroll (1 Year Special Offer) | $14.99 | per year |
| Sqroll (1 Year) | $24.99 | per year |


### DOTS

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dots-screen-time-and-focus/id6775587232)

Visualize your finite time and protect it from distractions. Set daily app limits, schedule downtime, and track reclaimed hours to live more intentionally. Features include a life grid, focus mode, and weekly reflections.

**Highlights:** Life grid visualization, Focus mode to block distractions, Daily app time limits, Scheduled downtime, Weekly reflections, Time reclaimed tracking

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| Monthly Premium | $4.99 | per month |
| Yearly Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sqroll free?

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

### Is DOTS free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Sqroll or DOTS?

DOTS is rated higher. Sqroll averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while DOTS averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Sqroll or DOTS have ads?

Sqroll shows ads; DOTS does not.

### Which is updated more often, Sqroll or DOTS?

Sqroll ships an update every 2 weeks, and DOTS every 8 days. Most recently, Sqroll was updated on October 8, 2026 and DOTS on October 19, 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.*