Side by side
ScreenZen vs StayFree
Both stand on screen time management apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+1
ScreenZen provides free app and website blocking with scheduling and limits. Halo adds Bluetooth-based boundary blocking at a one-time listed price.
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Free plan AndroidExtensioniPhone+4
StayFree combines usage tracking with several ways to limit access to distracting apps and websites. Its free plan and broad platform support make it an option for people seeking controls across multiple devices.
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| ScreenZen | StayFree | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Mac, Windows | Android, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | halo: $49, paid once | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | screenzen.co | stayfreeapps.com |
| On screen time management apps | #14 of 36 | #18 of 36 |
ScreenZen: what it does well
- Core app is free on four platforms.
- No account is needed for the core app.
- Supports daily limits and scheduled blocking.
- Lock mode can prevent uninstalling.
- Halo works with unlimited compatible phones and tablets.
What to know first
- Halo costs $49, paid once.
- Halo requires an account to manage devices and users.
- Halo requires iOS 16.4+ or Android 12.0+.
- Terms require users to be at least 13.
StayFree: what it does well
- Free plan is available.
- Offers daily, session, instant, and scheduled blocks.
- Usage statistics and graphs cover linked devices.
- Can hide distracting social media elements.
- Supports Android, iOS, desktop, browsers, and Wear OS.
What to know first
- Device linking requires a six-digit pairing code.
- PIN Protection applies to extension settings.
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