ScreenFine vs Inkling

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ScreenFine compared with Inkling
Detail	ScreenFine	Inkling
What it does	The screen time app that locks your apps at the OS level when you go over your daily limit. Earn them back with pushups.	A little room to think, in your Mac's notch
Stage	Startup	Not given
Founded	2026	Not given
Based in	IN	Not given
Pricing model	Free trial	Paid
Pricing	$1 per week via Apple In-App Purchase after a 7-day free trial. Also available at $3.99 per month or $40.49 per year. No additional charges for exceeding daily limits.	$12 USD one time. Includes all note-taking features, use on up to 3 Macs, and free updates. 24 hours free trial available. 7-day refund policy.
Key features	OS-level app locking via Apple Family Controls Multiple redemption options including steps and mindful minutes AI villain roasts on every overage Customizable daily app limits Streak tracking and weekly score Optional Wall of Shame social leaderboard Lock pause for travel and sick days Six customizable villain personalities Verified Apple Watch workout integration	Native notch placement for quick access Notes, checklists, tables, and templates Local storage on your Mac Optional iCloud sync between Macs Customizable themes and accent colors Markdown import and export Daily local backups Note versioning and history Pin important notes Accompanying Ink companion character
What makes it different	Real OS-level consequence that cannot be dismissed or ignored Non-financial penalties based on loss aversion research Pre-commitment device grounded in behavioral economics	Local-first approach with no account required Accessible from Mac's notch for always-available capture Notes remain readable and exportable even without license Works with virtual notch on non-notched displays
Free plan	Not given	Not given
Open source	Not given	Not given
Platforms	Not given	Not given
Public API	Not given	Not given
Community votes	0	0
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)	14 +1 (up) since last check	29 +1 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)	8	10
Citation Flow (Majestic)	20	18
Referring domains (Majestic)	31	9

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