Soft vs Hard App Blockers Explained
Soft blockers warn or delay. Hard blockers deny launch. Consequence blockers allow the miss but make recovery effortful.
| Type | Example | Survives craving? |
|---|---|---|
| Soft | Screen Time App Limits | Rarely |
| Friction | One Sec | Sometimes |
| Hard | Brick / strict Freedom | Often |
| Consequence | ScreenFine | Often, if you accept the cost |
Pick the type that matches your bypass. Full primer: do app blockers work.
Product truth
ScreenFine is $1/week via Apple. Going over your daily limit locks the apps you chose until you redeem with verified effort (25 camera pushups or squats, 1,000 steps, a workout, or mindful minutes). Slips are behavioural -- not card charges. Try ScreenFine or see pricing.
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