Expo Go vs cantscroll
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Expo Go
Build mobile applications using web technologies like JavaScript and React. This tool allows you to develop interactive experiences with gestures and graphics directly from your iOS device and computer. Some programming experience is recommended for optimal use.
- Build apps with web technologies
- Interactive gesture and graphics development
- JavaScript and React support
- iOS device and computer integration
- React Native 0.81.1 support
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Start learning to build projects using web technologies with just your iOS device. Expo Go is an educational developer tool for learning to create experiences with interactive gestures and graphics using JavaScript and React. Note: some basic programming experience is recommended. Technical specs: this version of Expo uses React Native 0.86
cantscroll
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your iphone locks distracting apps the moment your ai coding agent starts working on your mac and unlocks them the moment it stops. requires a mac. cantscroll is a focus tool for developers and vibecoders. while your agent codes, it's easy to pick up your phone and doomscroll. cantscroll pairs your mac and iphone so blocking happens automatically. no timers. no willpower. nothing to remember. works with — claude code, cursor, codex, devin, antigravity and more how it works — start a coding agent on your mac — cantscroll detects it within seconds — the apps you picked are shielded on your iphone — session ends → apps unlock instantly features — automatic agent detection, fully local on your mac — instant mac↔iphone sync over your local network, or apple push when you're on different networks — live activity on your lock screen and dynamic island — daily focus streak and session analytics — pause anytime for a quick break private by design no account. no tracking. no ads. all detection happens on your mac, and we collect no data. setup takes about 2 minutes 1. install this iphone app 2. install the free mac agent: airdrop the signed installer to your mac, or use one homebrew command 3. scan the qr code to pair 4. pick the apps to block and start coding subscription - annual — $59.99/year, includes a 3-day free trial - monthly — $7.99/month payment is charged to your Apple ID at purchase confirmation. subscriptions renew automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. manage or cancel anytime in your device settings. Terms of Use (EULA): https://cantscroll.com/terms/ Privacy Policy: https://cantscroll.com/privacy/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Expo Go at none against cantscroll's 2. Expo Go also leads on chart position (#8 vs unranked). cantscroll's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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
Both are free to download. cantscroll sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Expo Go asks for nothing beyond the download.
Expo Go ships an update fortnightly, cantscroll every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Expo Go | cantscroll |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (7.8K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.5% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7.8K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | Every 9 days — better |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Ad-supported | — |
| Best chart rank | #8 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 116 MB | 9 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Nametag | Ahamed Mohamed Unais |
Bugs and requests
Expo Go
Reported bugs
4 issues- App crashes on startup
- Unable to connect to development server
- Persistent white screen issues
- Inability to delete or manage accounts
Requested features
4 requests- Bring back QR code scanning functionality
- Improve SDK compatibility and backward support
- Add more customization and configuration options
- Enhance debugging and error reporting tools
cantscroll
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Expo Go
No in-app purchases
cantscroll
- cantscroll pro - Monthly$7.991 Month
- cantscroll Pro Annual3 Days trial$59.991 Year
