CloseReels: Reduce Scrolling

Name: CloseReels: Reduce Scrolling
Rating: 4.6 (153 reviews)
Author: Ho Yin NG

By: Ho Yin NG App

Scroll Less. Stop Addiction.

Overview

Version:

1.8.4

Last updated: 2025-05-29

Features & Capabilities

CloseReels helps you reclaim time by gently interrupting mindless scrolling every 5-20 minutes, so you stay in control without blindly blocking apps. It’s built for anyone who values their time and wants to scroll with intention.

Features include Select Distractions to limit apps like TikTok and Instagram; Shield Reminder that prompts you when you’re about to reopen; Defer App Opening to set delays; and Activate Strict Focus Mode to block apps for focused work periods. Free users get up to 30 interrupts, while Pro unlocks unlimited usage and more powerful tools. All data is stored locally on your device, preserving privacy.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App Task Management Privacy & Security

By:

Ho Yin NG

Rating:

4.60

(153)

Version:

1.8.4 Last updated: 2025-05-29

Version code:

874951447

Creation date:

2025-02-11

Compatible devices:

Size:

28.83MB

URLs:

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-09-01

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 115,662 ▼ 123

Other rankings

#9 in close keyword 20 ▲ 3#17 in scroll keyword 18 ▲ 4#29 in reduce keyword 28 ▲ 3#57 in stop keyword 17 ▼ 10

For Developers

Monetize with App Pass Boost with Extension Booster

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Developed by:

Ho Yin NG

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/closereels-reduce-scrolling/id6739947824

User Reviews

The app is praised for reducing doomscrolling and increasing awareness of scrolling habits, with some users noting it stops doomscrolling for a period and motivates other activities. However, many reviews complain about aggressive monetization (paywalls/unlocks), frequent notifications, and reliability bugs, including UI issues on certain devices. Overall, the concept is appreciated, but the pricing model undermines its usefulness for a sizable portion of users.

Pros

It helps reduce doomscrolling and increases awareness of scrolling habits.
It effectively prompts breaks by locking you out after set time.
It motivates users to put their phone down and do other activities.
For some users, it has stopped doomscrolling for a period (e.g., a week).

Cons

Monetization and paywalls are a major pain point (subscription or unlocks, with many users feeling ripped off).
Excessive or unsettling notifications, with some wanting the ability to turn them off.
Reliability issues and bugs (random behavior, crashes, and UI problems on some devices).
Perceived misalignment between the free version and paid features, leading to skepticism about value.

Recent reviews

Idk if the one I was typing posted. It doesn’t understand background use vs active use. Otherwise it’s what I need. I don’t want to lock out apps, I just want it to pop up and point out that it’s been twenty straight minutes scrolling shorts on YouTube. It does that, but I use YouTube for background sound, and even with the screen turned off, it still muted and gave an alert.

by Af*****, 2025-11-12

I thought this app would help me with my screen time, it did at first until I ran out of interruptions. The app then forced me to either pay for the subscription or “delete the app”. Honestly at that point I will figure out the self control on my own since the company wants to be so greedy by getting money out of me for apps that are free. Loved the idea at first but it’s obvious the company is only in it for profit not to actually help your screen time. I will be listening when it says delete the app. Thanks!