# SnapOut vs Pause

The clearest difference is update cadence: SnapOut at every 6 days against Pause's every 3 weeks. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SnapOut sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days and Pause sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

SnapOut ships an update every 6 days, Pause every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | SnapOut | Pause |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (9 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pause-doom-scrolling-blocker/id6781665628/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **9** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | **Every 6 days** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 53 MB | 23 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **16.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Inuka Senanayake](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895998450) | [Carlos Velasquez](https://appshunter.io/developer/1814581124) |

## What reviewers say

### SnapOut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/snapout-math-app-blocker/id6770075476)

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SnapOut Weekly Subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| SnapOut Annully Subscription | $24.99 | per year |


### Pause

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pause-doom-scrolling-blocker/id6781665628)

This app inserts a brief puzzle before you open selected apps, creating a moment of intentionality to reduce mindless scrolling. It offers various puzzles and a premium version for ad removal and full puzzle access.

**Highlights:** Puzzle before app access, Reduces mindless scrolling, Nine calming puzzle types, Customizable app blocking, Intentional use timer, Premium ad-free option

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pause Premium (Monthly) | $4.99 | per month |
| Pause Premium (Annual) | $49.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is SnapOut free?

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

### Is Pause free?

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

### Do SnapOut or Pause have ads?

Both SnapOut and Pause show ads.

### Which is updated more often, SnapOut or Pause?

SnapOut ships an update every 6 days, and Pause every 3 weeks. Most recently, SnapOut was updated on October 31, 2026 and Pause on November 5, 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.*