Apps Like Helm — Your Phone, Your Terms for iPhone and iPad
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Brick - Ditch Distractions
Brick LLC (Wisconsin)
Focus on tasks, minimize
Allows users to disable distracting apps and notifications using NFC hardware. Users can select essential tools to remain on their phone. The temporarily removes non-essential apps and their alerts. Users can customize which apps stay active.

Brainrot: Screen Time Control
Smolworks Inc
Set schedules, block apps, track focus
Block apps and websites instantly. Set focus timers for deep work and Pomodoro sessions. Create smart schedules for bedtime, mornings, and meetings. Track with a visual decay effect to encourage phone breaks. Save and reduce distractions.

ScreenZen- Screen Time Control
ScreenZen LLC
Delay and track openings
Reduce with customizable delays before access, periodic interruptions during use, and -specific goals. Set -based restrictions and receive prompts to assess importance. Block apps once limits are reached.




Pushscroll Screen Time Control
Pushscroll GmbH
Track and do pushups
Track and set daily goals to reduce phone usage. Earn rewards by completing pushup challenges. View progress reports and adjust activity levels. Sync with fitness trackers to monitor workout performance. Set reminders to take breaks and limit usage.

ClearSpace: Reduce Screen Time
Clearspace Technologies, Inc.
Set limits on usage
Manage by blocking distracting apps and limiting usage. Set daily limits for specific apps. Receive notifications when nearing limits. Customize block lists and schedule downtime. Track usage patterns and adjust settings as needed.

Foqos - Tap to Block
Ali Waseem
Distractions instantly with a tap
Distracting apps like Instagram, TikTok, and games with a single tap or scan. Set up NFC tags or QR codes to trigger focus mode automatically. Restrict access to non-essential apps during specific times or activities.

Steward+Helm: Home, Redefined
Yardi Systems, Inc.
Live in a great place, manage it
Manage home maintenance requests and schedule service visits. Access property amenities and community events. View rent payment history and communicate with property managers.


Limit screen time - Focus lock
My Media and Entertainment LLC
Block social media and websites
Block social media, games, and websites to reduce distractions. Set schedule-based or location-based restrictions. Start focus sessions with timers and background music. Track usage statistics and manage access remotely.

Forest: Focus for Productivity
SEEKRTECH CO., LTD.
Grow trees by focusing on tasks
Track time with a gamified timer to improve . Plant virtual trees to encourage . Set goals and monitor progress. Lock phone to minimize distractions. Sync data across devices. Receive notifications for habit tracking.

PushUp Time: App Blocker
Mutasim Ibrahim
Workout to unlock distracting apps
Use AI to count push-ups, squats, and sit-ups on-device. Block distracting apps like TikTok or Instagram. Set timed access windows of 15-120 minutes. Unlock apps after completing a set of exercises.




CARROT To-Do
Grailr LLC
Complete tasks and track progress
Track tasks and manage lists with customizable categories and priority levels. Set daily goals and receive motivational prompts. Complete tasks to earn rewards and unlock new features. Sync across devices and share progress with others.

Bloom - Conquer Screen Time
Find Your Bloom LLC
Access apps via NFC keycard
Requires scanning an NFC keycard to access distracting apps. Users select specific apps or websites to block. Tapping the card locks those apps until the card is removed.
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