# Gravity Screen - On/Off

> Tired of pressing the power button? This app handles that automatically for you.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.plexnor.gravityscreenofffree](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.plexnor.gravityscreenofffree)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.plexnor.gravityscreenofffree`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Plexnor
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 5,640,311
- **Rating:** 3.70 / 5 (84,012 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.32.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2021-11-21
- **First published:** 2012-11-01
- **Publisher country:** HU
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.plexnor.gravityscreenofffree)
- **Website:** [http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2227516](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2227516)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://www.plexnor.com/gravityscreen/privacypolicy/GS-PrivacyPolicy.html](http://www.plexnor.com/gravityscreen/privacypolicy/GS-PrivacyPolicy.html)

## Description

**Gravity Screen - On/Off** offers effortless automatic control of your phone's screen. It turns the screen off when the device is placed in your pocket or laid on a table, and turns it back on when you pick it up or take it out. This eliminates the need to press the power button, perfect for devices where the lock key is hard to reach or broken.

Top features include pocket and table sensors, motion-based wake-up, and smart lock compatibility. The app also supports integration with automation tools like Tasker. An unlocked version adds widgets, shortcuts, extended sensor ranges, and app exclusions. Despite continuous sensing, the app maintains efficient battery usage. Recognized by outlets like LifeHacker and TheNextWeb, Gravity Screen is the most popular screen on/off app for Android users.

## Rankings

- #22,107 — Overall

## Review summary

Gravity Screen is praised for saving a dying power button and providing convenient screen on/off control with minimal permissions. It’s deemed effective and feature-rich by many, often described as essential. However, reliability varies by device, with several reports of not working on certain models and occasional freezes. Some users also note missing true background operation, permission prompts, uninstall difficulties, and conflicts with other apps such as banking apps. Overall, it’s strong when it runs smoothly, particularly for devices with faulty power buttons, but device-specific issues remain.

### Pros

- Replaces a dying power button / lifesaver for devices with faulty hardware
- Reliable screen on/off behavior (swipe to turn off, hold to wake) praised by users
- No ads and minimal permissions (privacy-friendly)
- Long-standing reliability and feature-rich options (works well for years)
- Widely praised as an essential app for managing screen on/off

### Cons

- Inconsistent compatibility on certain devices (not working on some models like S25 Ultra, Tab A8, A15)
- Occasional freezing or performance issues (phone freezes after pocket use)
- Lacks true background operation and can prompt for permissions, causing usability issues
- Difficult to uninstall or remove (requires reboot in some cases)
- Conflicts with other apps (e.g., banking apps like HSBC) causing login/access problems

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.plexnor.gravityscreenofffree)