Roots
6.6#14 in screen time management appsFrom $59.99 a yearFree planiOS
VisitRoots vs ScreenZen
What both publish
| Fact | Roots | ScreenZen |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Atlanta | Sonoma, California, United States |
| Privacy | Roots says it uses Apple’s iOS Screen Time API so app usage and browsing data stays on the device and is not visible to Roots. | The maker says core app settings and blocking data are stored only on the device and that the core app collects no personally identifiable information. |
| Purpose | Roots describes itself as a screen-time app that helps people set phone boundaries and make more time for offline activities. | ScreenZen blocks distracting apps and websites to help people reduce screen time. |
| Support | Roots links to an Intercom Help Center with articles covering usage, troubleshooting, and billing and subscriptions. | The site lists [email protected] and invites users to join its Discord community. |
Roots plans
- Roots Plus (Monthly)$9.99 a month
- Roots Plus (Yearly)$59.99 a year
- Roots Free—
ScreenZen plans
- ScreenZen appFree
- halo$49, paid once
Pick Roots if…
Roots suits iPhone users who want tools to set phone boundaries, track progress, and build screen-time or phone-pickup goals. Its listed audiences include professionals, parents, students, remote workers, health enthusiasts, and couples.
Pick ScreenZen if…
ScreenZen suits people who want app and website blocking, daily limits, or scheduled focus periods across supported devices. Halo may suit users who want Bluetooth-triggered blocking within a chosen physical boundary.