LockHour Pro works as intended — it blocks apps during focus sessions using iOS Screen Time. The honest caveat: no app can replace the underlying habit of choosing to focus.
Who it's for: Students, remote workers and anyone who struggles to stay off social media during defined work or study blocks.
Who should skip it: Users looking for a magic fix to chronic distraction; app blocking works best when paired with intentional habit-setting.
LockHour Pro uses iOS Screen Time to block apps during focus sessions. It can block most third-party apps; some system apps may have limitations based on iOS Screen Time rules.
It is possible to override Screen Time blocks if you know the Screen Time passcode. LockHour Pro relies on iOS Screen Time, so its effectiveness depends on you not overriding your own settings.
No. LockHour Pro is a one-time purchase.
Freedom charges an annual subscription and blocks apps at the network level. LockHour Pro is a one-time purchase and uses iOS Screen Time. Both are effective; the right choice depends on whether you prefer network-level blocking or a native iOS approach.
This review is written by the developer of the app being reviewed. All claims are factual — the limitations section describes real trade-offs.