# Return vs EarnTime

The clearest difference is update cadence: Return at daily against EarnTime's every 3 days. EarnTime's advantage is iOS requirement (17.4 vs 26.2). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Return sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and EarnTime sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Return ships an update daily, EarnTime every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Return | EarnTime |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earntime-screen-time-blocker/id6812209883/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Daily** | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 84 MB | 11 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.2 | **17.4** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MARK DAVID CABUCO GAN](https://appshunter.io/developer/1885297047) | [Hangfang Zhang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1806855835) |

## What reviewers say

### Return

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/return-ministry-notes/id6794953579)

**Features:** Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Return Supporter | $1.99 | per month |
| Return Supporter | $9.99 | per year |


### EarnTime

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/earntime-screen-time-blocker/id6812209883)

This app intelligently blocks distracting applications by requiring users to earn screen time through physical activity. It offers workout immunity and allows unused time to roll over, promoting a healthier balance between digital habits and physical well-being.

**Highlights:** Earn screen time through physical activity, Workout immunity for active sessions, Intelligent app shielding, Screen-off audio doesn't count against time, Rest day grace period and reserves, Apple Watch and iOS widgets, 100% on-device privacy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| EarnTime Full | $1.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Return free?

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

### Is EarnTime free?

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

### Do Return or EarnTime have ads?

Neither Return nor EarnTime shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Return or EarnTime?

Return ships an update daily, and EarnTime every 3 days. Most recently, Return was updated on October 5, 2026 and EarnTime on October 9, 2026.

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