PauseBox

Name: PauseBox
Rating: 4.9 (29 reviews)
Author: Britt Espinosa

By: Britt Espinosa

Pause digital distractions

Features & Capabilities

PauseBox creates a physical block between you and distractions. Here's how it works:

Select the apps you want to block Open the PauseApp and choose which apps to block, or select the few you want to keep. Create custom Pause Groups like Work, Study, or Family Time, each with its own app rules, schedules, or timers to fit your day.PauseBox creates a physical block between you and distractions. Here's how it works:
Tap your phone on PauseBox to block selected apps After selecting a Pause Group, tap your phone on the PauseBox to start blocking apps. Your focus session begins right away. Not nearby? Use “Pause without tap” in the app to start remotely.
Put distance between you and the PauseBox Place your PauseBox out of reach to create intentional separation.

As a physical barrier to digital distractions, it makes unblocking a conscious choice and helps break the habit loop.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App

By:

Britt Espinosa

Rating:

4.90

(29)

Version:

3.1 Last updated: 2026-06-02

Version code:

886440681

Creation date:

2025-09-05

Compatible devices:

Size:

90.49MB

URLs:

Website ,Privacy policy

Full description:

Source:

Apple Apps Store

Data ingested on:

2026-07-03

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 241,095 ▼ 1,840

Other rankings

#22 in pause keyword 10 ▼ 3

For Developers

Monetize with App Pass Boost with Extension Booster

Contact the developer

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Developed by:

Britt Espinosa

Apple Apps Store

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pausebox/id6745524690

Website:

https://getpausebox.com/

User Reviews

PauseBox is consistently praised for dramatically reducing phone time, doomscrolling, and distractions, helping users be more present with family. Its combination of a physical device and app lets people block apps or websites without a subscription, delivering strong value and affordability. Reviewers also note portability (mobile use) and a simple setup, plus a supportive, responsive dev team with frequent feature updates and quick help via the community. Overall it’s seen as an effective, affordable solution from a small business that delivers real life improvements beyond basic screen-time limits.

Pros

Greatly reduces phone addiction and distractions; users are more present with family.
Ability to block or turn off any app or website; no subscription required; affordable with multiple device options.
Physical device plus app; works well on the go; more effective than screen time limits.
Strong value, small-business support, and active developer responsiveness; frequent feature updates.
Positive community and customer support; quick help via Discord; responsive owner.

Cons

Recent reviews

So far my PauseBox has been so helpful and my screen time has gone down! A few of my friends have the brick but I couldn’t justify spending 60 dollars on it and in my opinion PauseBox is just as good if not better! The only suggestion I have is for live activities so I can see how long my phone has been paused for without opening the app!

by Av*****, 2026-06-07

App has been very bugged out the last week and does not function at all how it used to.

by Qq*****, 2026-06-07

I spent weeks researching all the different options for app blockers and decided to go with PauseBox. I am SO happy with this choice! The app is straightforward and easy-to-use. I had a weird glitch yesterday and within 15 minutes of reporting it (and including my phone number), the app developer had texted me and helped me troubleshoot until the problem was resolved. You can’t ask for better service than that! Blocking apps has done wonders for my mental health/anxiety levels and for my productivity. I don’t doom scroll as much, but I still have access to have conversations with people via text and call (you know… the thing your phone is supposed to actually be for), which I didn’t have when I was trying to just leave my phone in another room so I’d look at it less. PauseBox also easily the most affordable option on the market. It’s rare that you get the holy Trinity of great product + great customer experience + affordability, but this is it!