# Twilock vs Hardstop

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Twilock at 26 against Hardstop's 2. Twilock also leads on iOS requirement (16.0 vs 26.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Twilock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month and Hardstop sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for Twilock against 5.0 for Hardstop. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Twilock has 26 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | Twilock | Hardstop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.9 (26 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/twilock-stop-doomscrolling/id6786474238/reviews) | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hardstop-app-blocker-and-limits/id6800314058/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **26** | 2 |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 93 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Prism Studios](https://appshunter.io/developer/6786474240) | [George Taylor](https://appshunter.io/developer/6773512184) |

## What reviewers say

### Twilock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/twilock-stop-doomscrolling/id6786474238)

This app helps you break the habit of late-night scrolling and start your mornings productively. It allows you to block selected apps during custom scheduled 'Night' and 'Morning' windows, with strict mode preventing changes during active sessions. Gamified elements like streaks and badges encourage consistent use, and optional social features let you connect with friends.

**Highlights:** Scheduled app blocking, Customizable Night & Morning routines, Strict Mode for active windows, Streak building and badges, Optional friend leaderboards, Timed early unlock option

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Twilock Pro Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Twilock Pro Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Twilock Lifetime | $79.99 | one-time |


### Hardstop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hardstop-app-blocker-and-limits/id6800314058)

This app enforces strict app usage limits without the possibility of early cancellation. It offers both immediate hard stops and customizable schedules to help users adhere to their self-imposed restrictions. All data remains on the device for enhanced privacy.

**Highlights:** Enforces unbreakable app blocks, Immediate hard stop functionality, Customizable repeating schedules, Passes with escalating time penalties, Detailed usage logs, Strict mode for maximum adherence, On-device data processing

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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Hardstop Unlock | $6.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Twilock free?

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

### Is Hardstop free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Twilock or Hardstop?

Hardstop is rated higher. Twilock averages 4.9 out of 5 from 26 ratings, while Hardstop averages 5.0 from 2 ratings.

### Do Twilock or Hardstop have ads?

Neither Twilock nor Hardstop shows ads.

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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.*