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Moto vs LightScroll

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Moto compared with LightScroll
DetailMoto logo MotoLightScroll logo LightScroll
What it doesHabits that adapt to your rhythm Add a deliberate pause before distracting apps and websites to protect your attention
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Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingFree tier: up to 3 habits. Quarterly: $4.99 every 3 months. Yearly: $9.99 a year. Lifetime: $19.99 one-time purchase. Basic (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.
Key features
  • Seven schedule types
  • iCloud sync between iPhone and Mac
  • Analytics and heatmaps
  • Home screen and menu bar widgets
  • Data export as JSON or CSV
  • Categories and organisation
  • Shortcuts integration
  • Rest days that don't break streaks
  • Light and dark mode support
  • No subscription required
  • 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
What makes it different
  • Rest days count and don't break streaks
  • One-time lifetime purchase instead of subscriptions
  • Free tier with three habits, no account required
  • Native apps with zero tracking or telemetry
  • Designed for real life with flexible scheduling
  • 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
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)3 no change since last check25 +2 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)80
Citation Flow (Majestic)2624
Referring domains (Majestic)12614

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