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LightScroll compared with ContactZapp
DetailLightScroll logo LightScrollContactZapp logo ContactZapp
What it doesAdd a deliberate pause before distracting apps and websites to protect your attention Sync your contacts between Google, Microsoft, Apple and CardDAV. Find and merge duplicates easily.
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PricingBasic (free): up to two Controls, unlimited friends, standard Frictions, always includes Override option. Plus (regional pricing): unlimited Controls, timed goals, custom Frictions, Hardcore Mode to lock Controls, Allow no time option, and ability to disable Override. Free plan: 2 synced accounts, 100 contacts, no time limit. Easy plan: $4.00/month (billed $47.94/year, was $95.88). Unlimited plan: $8.00/month (billed $95.94/year, was $191.88). 50% off Easy and Unlimited with code HALLOWEEN.
Key features
  • Set up Controls for specific apps and websites
  • Friction feature with mini-games, breathing exercises, or waits before access
  • Override system to regain access with intentional actions
  • Set time allowances and session limits
  • Streaks and XP progress tracking
  • Accountability partner code approval system
  • Hardcore Mode to lock Controls against changes
  • Option to set time allowance to zero
  • Works across iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices
  • Social features with friends, leaderboards, and shared challenges
  • Two-way sync across Google, Microsoft, Apple and CardDAV
  • Merge duplicates in one go, or review them one by one
  • Full change history with undo capability
  • Backups and vCard export
  • Sync frequency control (hourly, daily, or manual)
  • Set accounts to read-only mode
  • Preserve all phone numbers and email addresses
  • Up to 5 encrypted account backups
  • 12-month undo history
  • Restore deleted contacts for 12 months
What makes it different
  • Designed as optional support rather than forced blocking, giving users control and a way through when truly needed
  • Includes accountability partner approval system using six-digit codes to make overrides consequential
  • Grace period system after missed streaks to help users return more easily
  • Processes raw screen time data and browser history locally rather than sending to servers
  • Timed goals in Plus that allow Controls to end after a duration or on a chosen date
  • Syncs across all major platforms in both directions automatically
  • Encrypted contacts with privacy key per account
  • Undo any change for up to 12 months
  • No time limit on free plan
  • Automatic duplicate detection and optional auto-merge
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Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)25 +2 (up) since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)00
Citation Flow (Majestic)2411
Referring domains (Majestic)141

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