Honest buying guide · 2026

Best free-to-start screen time & app blocker app for iPhone (2026)

If you want to try a screen time & app blocker app before unlocking complete content, this guide explains what to check and where LockHour Pro fits.

Transparency: We develop LockHour Pro, which is free to start and offers a one-time unlock for complete content without a recurring subscription. Verify current pricing, access terms and features on the App Store before choosing.

Our free-to-start pick: LockHour Pro

LockHour Pro — Block the apps that steal your focus — one tap

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Access: Free to start, with a one-time unlock for complete content.

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What to check before you choose

Access model: compare the current free, purchase and subscription options.
Privacy: does the work happen on-device, or is your content uploaded?
Offline: does it work without an internet connection or account?
Export & lock-in: can you get your files/data out freely?
Real test: try a realistic task before paying for advanced features.

How free-to-start access fits

Free-to-start access lets a family try the learning experience before choosing the one-time complete-content unlock.

The screen time & app blocker category includes well-known options such as Forest Stay Focused, Stay Focused App Blocker, Moment Screen Time Tracker. Features, privacy practices and access terms can change, so compare their current App Store listings directly.

FAQ

Can I try a screen time & app blocker app before unlocking all content?

Yes. LockHour Pro is free to start and offers a one-time unlock for complete content, with no recurring subscription.

What should I look for in a screen time & app blocker app?

Check current access terms, privacy (on-device vs cloud), offline support, export or backup options, and whether an account is required.

Is LockHour Pro independent?

Yes — this is an honest guide written by the developer of LockHour Pro. App names and trademarks belong to their respective owners.