Comparison

ScrollKarma vs Sapiens

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

Head to head
About

ScrollKarma

Features
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ScrollKarma blocks the apps that eat your day until you do one real thing first. Twenty push-ups buy you twenty minutes of TikTok. A walk to the corner buys ten minutes of Instagram. The phone gates itself behind the better version of you. Apple Screen Time shows you "You've used Instagram for 2 hours" and hands you an Ignore button. ScrollKarma does the opposite. The block holds until you finish the action, counted live on your device. ScrollKarma is a subscription app. A ScrollKarma Pro subscription is required to set up app blocking and to use every earn-your-scroll action below. It starts with a 7-day free trial. WAYS TO EARN YOUR SCROLL (included with ScrollKarma Pro) - Push-ups and squats, counted by the camera on your device - A short walk to a spot we drop on the map - More actions on the way: learning sets, a breathing session, a photo of the chore you said you'd do WHY IT WORKS Soft reminders stop working the day you start ignoring them. ScrollKarma adds friction you actually feel, then gets out of your way the moment you have earned your time. WHO IT IS FOR People who already tried Screen Time, Forest, or another habit tracker and want something with teeth. ScrollKarma is a self-control tool you set up for yourself. It is not a parental-control app. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Camera frames are processed on your device and never uploaded. We don't sell your data and there are no ad trackers in the app. ScrollKarma Pro is an auto-renewable subscription: $49.99/year after a 7-day free trial, or $9.99/month. Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase. It renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the period, and you can manage or cancel it in your App Store settings. Privacy Policy: https://scrollkarma.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://scrollkarma.com/terms

About

Sapiens

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Sapiens is a powerful screen time and app blocker designed for people who want to stop doomscrolling, protect their focus, and take back control of their phone. Whether you want to block distracting apps, reduce endless scrolling, or build better digital habits, Sapiens helps you stay focused with simple tools and a gamified evolution system. From people trying to spend less time on social media to focused users building a healthier relationship with their phone, Sapiens gives you the tools to block distractions, track your progress, and become the strongest version of yourself. “Exactly what I needed to stop opening distracting apps without thinking.” “The evolution system makes screen time control feel motivating, not boring.” “Simple, clean, and perfect for blocking apps when I need to focus.” “Finally an app blocker that feels personal and fun to use.” Whether you're trying to study, work, sleep better, or simply scroll less, Sapiens makes it easy to block apps, create focus schedules, and stay consistent with your goals. Unlike many productivity apps that feel complicated or stressful, Sapiens keeps things simple: block distractions, reclaim your focus, and evolve. Sapiens is built for people who want more control over their screen time. Your digital habits shape your evolution state — from instinctive scrolling to full focus. The less you let your phone control you, the closer you get to becoming Sapiens. FEATURES: • Simple and intuitive app blocker designed to reduce distractions • Block distracting apps when you need to focus • Create focus schedules for work, study, sleep, or personal time • Set app limits to control how much time you spend scrolling • Track your screen time and see your progress over time • Gamified evolution system that reflects your digital habits • Visual evolution states that make focus feel motivating • One-tap blocking for quick focus sessions • Stay consistent with healthier phone habits • Reduce doomscrolling and mindless app opening • Build better routines around social media and entertainment apps • Clean and minimal design made for everyday use • Perfect for students, professionals, creators, and anyone who wants more focus • Protect your attention during deep work, studying, or rest • Take back control of your phone and spend time more intentionally Sapiens is free to use and built with privacy in mind. Your screen time activity, app blocking settings, schedules, and focus progress stay on your device. We do not sell your data, track you across other apps, or send your personal screen time information to external servers. Sapiens helps you control your phone while keeping your data private and safe. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://amber-pixie-75a.notion.site/Sapiens-Privacy-Policy-396d7c6987ca804eaf85cc4d65325501?source=copy_link

Screenshots

ScrollKarma4 screens
Sapiens4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Sapiens at none against ScrollKarma's 2. Sapiens also leads on ads (none vs shown). ScrollKarma's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 2 weeks) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price and device support 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. ScrollKarma sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $9.99 per month. Sapiens asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScrollKarma ships an update every 2 days, Sapiens every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 29, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 2 level
ScrollKarma versus Sapiens: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScrollKarmaSapiens
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 days — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB87 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperOleksandr KarpinskyiKalybay Zhalgasbay

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScrollKarma

Subscriptions2
  • ScrollKarma Pro Monthly7 Days trial$9.991 Month
  • ScrollKarma Pro Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
None

Sapiens

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScrollKarma free?
ScrollKarma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Sapiens free?
Sapiens is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ScrollKarma or Sapiens have ads?
ScrollKarma shows ads; Sapiens does not.
Which is updated more often, ScrollKarma or Sapiens?
ScrollKarma ships an update every 2 days, and Sapiens every 2 weeks. Most recently, ScrollKarma was updated on September 30, 2026 and Sapiens on September 29, 2026.

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