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Spec score 7.7 #20 of 36 in Screen Time Management Apps

What it is

Roots is an iPhone screen-time app for setting phone boundaries and making more time for offline activities. It assigns a daily Balance Score based on phone use and visualizes progress over time. Users can block apps and websites with limits, scheduled downtime, or the stricter Monk Mode. Weekly reports and Digital Dopamine comparisons provide additional screen-time insights. Users can set goals for screen time and phone pickups, build streaks, and earn rewards. The Free plan includes a Balance Score, Scroll Replacements, Screen Time Insights, and two blockings. Roots Plus adds unlimited blockings and features including Monk Mode, Digital Dopamine, Block now, Locked Editing, uninstall protection, App Groups, Streak Rewards, and Pauses. Plus costs $9.99 a month or $59.99 a year. A 7-day free trial is offered, and customers can request a full refund within 30 days of their first payment. Roots says it uses Apple's iOS Screen Time API, keeping app usage and browsing data on the device and out of the maker's view. The app is for iOS; the maker labels its Android app as coming soon.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Roots describes itself as a screen-time app that helps people set phone boundaries and make more time for offline activities.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Intended users
The maker identifies professionals, parents, students, remote workers, health enthusiasts, and couples as audiences Roots can help.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Integrations
The maker’s FAQ says Roots uses Apple’s iOS Screen Time API.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
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.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Support
Roots links to an Intercom Help Center with articles covering usage, troubleshooting, and billing and subscriptions.Read 8 Oct 2026 · intercom.help
Headquarters
AtlantaRead 28 Sep 2026 · getroots.app
Balance Score
The app provides a daily Balance Score based on phone use and visualizes progress over time.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Blocking
Roots offers app and website blocking through limits, scheduled downtime, and a stricter Monk Mode.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Company mission
Roots says its mission is to empower people to live a balanced life in a digital world.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Developer
The App Store listing names MWM as the developer.Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Free tier limit
The Roots Free plan includes two blockings, while Roots Plus includes unlimited blockings and the additional listed features.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Goals and rewards
Users can set screen-time and phone-pickup goals, build streaks, and earn rewards.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Insights
Screen-time insights include weekly reports and a Digital Dopamine feature that compares the impact of different apps.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Platform availability
The App Store listing says Roots is only for iPhone, and the maker’s pricing page labels its Android app as coming soon.Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Trial and refund
Roots offers a 7-day free trial and says customers can request a full refund within 30 days of their first payment.Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app

Plans and prices

Roots Plus (Monthly) $9.99 a month $119.88 billed annually Unlimited Blockings · Monk Mode · Digital Dopamine · Block now · Locked Editing · Uninstall protection · App Groups · Streak Rewards · Pauses Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Roots Plus (Yearly) $59.99 a year $59.99 billed annually Unlimited Blockings · Monk Mode · Digital Dopamine · Block now · Locked Editing · Uninstall protection · App Groups · Streak Rewards · Pauses Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app
Roots Free Price not published Balance Score · Scroll Replacements · Screen Time Insights · 2 Blockings Read 8 Oct 2026 · getroots.app

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Free plan includes two blockings.
  • Supports scheduled downtime and stricter Monk Mode.
  • Weekly reports and app-impact comparisons.
  • Usage and browsing data stays on device, according to Roots.

Limits

  • Available only for iOS currently.
  • Free plan is limited to two blockings.
  • Plus requires a paid subscription after the trial.

Who it suits

Roots is intended for people who want app and website limits, usage insights, and goals for reducing phone use. The maker identifies professionals, parents, students, remote workers, health enthusiasts, and couples as audiences.

Verdict

Roots combines limits, reports, and goal-setting, with a free tier and a paid tier that removes the blocking limit. It is an iPhone-only option, so platform availability is an important first check.

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