# Pause vs Verboten

Pause and Verboten are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

## The numbers

| Metric | Pause | Verboten |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verboten-app-blocker/id6811274137/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 6 MB | 31 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | **16.4** |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eric Factor](https://appshunter.io/developer/1877751377) | [Madhura Basavaraju](https://appshunter.io/developer/6787309768) |

## What reviewers say

### Pause

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pause-app-blocker/id6805745768)

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

**In-app purchases:** none


### Verboten

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verboten-app-blocker/id6811274137)

This app helps you regain control over your digital habits by blocking selected applications. It uses iOS Screen Time functionality to enforce restrictions, allowing you to set specific times for blocking or grant temporary access. The app aims to reduce mindless scrolling without guilt or complex tracking.

**Highlights:** Block selected apps, Schedule blocking windows, Temporary app access, No account or tracking, Optional AI news bulletin, Inspirational quotes on block

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Pause free?

Pause is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Verboten free?

Verboten is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Pause or Verboten have ads?

Neither Pause nor Verboten 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.*