CloseReels: Reduce Scrolling

Name: CloseReels: Reduce Scrolling
Rating: 4.6 (149 reviews)
Author: Ho Yin NG

Scroll Less. Stop Addiction.

Only for iPhone

Free · In‑App Purchases · Designed for iPhone

149 Ratings
Ages

18+
Years
Category

Health & Fitness
Developer

Ho Yin NG
Language

EN
+ 2 More
Size

30.2
MB

iPhone

CloseReels disrupts your scrolling habit without blindly blocking apps. But CloseReels is only for those who value their time. Now, you can stay realized while scrolling. Effective Strategies to Stop Mindless Scrolling Free users can enjoy limited access to features 1-3: interrupting your mindless scrolling up to 30 times. Paid users benefit from unlimited usage and more powerful, effective features to help you stay focused. Limit distracting apps, like TikTok and Instagram, to enhance your productivity now! 1. Select Distractions Identify distracting apps like TikTok and set usage limits. 2. Shield Reminder A prompt will block apps when time is up, asking, "Why are you opening this again?" 3. Defer App Opening Set defer times to reduce impulsive app usage. 4. Activate Strict Focus Mode Block selected apps for 15 minutes to work uninterrupted. Exit focus mode when you're ready, helping you scroll with intention, not mindlessly. 5. Privacy & Data All data is stored locally on your device. We do not collect any user data. How much time do you spend scrolling through short-form content? 3 hours a day? 5 hours? Maybe even 10? Scrolling is fun, addictive, and easy—but it can quietly steal your time, leaving you feeling unproductive and frustrated. CloseReels is built for people who value their time. Whether you're a professional, business owner, student, or anyone who understands that time is precious, CloseReels helps you break free from mindless scrolling. We get it—scrolling addiction is tough to stop. That’s why SigmaGrind gently interrupts your scrolling every 5-20 minutes (fully customizable) to remind you to scroll with intent, not habit. Take control of your focus and time. With our Pro subscription, unlock Strict Focus Mode — a powerful tool to block endless scrolling cycles and keep you on track. Ready to scroll smarter, not harder? Download SigmaGrind today and reclaim your time. Terms of Use: By using this app, you agree to our Terms of Use, available at [https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/]

Ratings & Reviews

4.6

out of 5

149 Ratings

Unbelievably Good
05/12/2025

Jakeeeeeuuy
wish I had discovered this app earlier. One big issue I face while scrolling is losing track of how much I've scrolled and forgetting everything I just scroll through. Since using this app, I've become more aware of my scrolling habits.
Unbelievably Good
05/12/2025

Jakeeeeeuuy

wish I had discovered this app earlier. One big issue I face while scrolling is losing track of how much I've scrolled and forgetting everything I just scroll through. Since using this app, I've become more aware of my scrolling habits.
It’ll just lock you out after a while and force you to pay to access Instagram
04/25/2025

TheBig9Incher
I really like the idea, it would lock you out after 10 minutes and kind of “reset” you. But then I got a notification saying “no free unlocks left upgrade today blah blah blah”. I deleted the app immediately because that is wildly idiotic. In what world would I willingly limit my access to a FREE app by making it paid?? What am I even paying for? I already got what I wanted from this app and it was to limit my screen time / break it up. Also I wish there was a way to turn off the notifications saying “you’re doing well…” because frankly it find them unsettling! But, that’s no big deal.Imagine you pay somebody to open a door for you, but when you don’t pay, you’re locked out of your house. I can just open the door myself for free and as much as I want!

Developer Response
Thank you for liking our app idea! That’s exactly the point. Many distraction apps make it easy to keep unlocking and scrolling mindlessly. Most of us can't even remember what we scrolled through in the last 5 minutes. ClobeReels is designed to break that cycle. You can unlock as many times as you want, but it promotes mindful use so you don’t waste time. We’re also offering our biggest discount for a limited time and continually improving the app for users who value their time and want to reduce addiction. Hope you give it a try!
It’ll just lock you out after a while and force you to pay to access Instagram
04/25/2025

TheBig9Incher

I really like the idea, it would lock you out after 10 minutes and kind of “reset” you. But then I got a notification saying “no free unlocks left upgrade today blah blah blah”. I deleted the app immediately because that is wildly idiotic. In what world would I willingly limit my access to a FREE app by making it paid?? What am I even paying for? I already got what I wanted from this app and it was to limit my screen time / break it up. Also I wish there was a way to turn off the notifications saying “you’re doing well…” because frankly it find them unsettling! But, that’s no big deal.Imagine you pay somebody to open a door for you, but when you don’t pay, you’re locked out of your house. I can just open the door myself for free and as much as I want!
Developer Response 05/06/2025
Thank you for liking our app idea! That’s exactly the point. Many distraction apps make it easy to keep unlocking and scrolling mindlessly. Most of us can't even remember what we scrolled through in the last 5 minutes. ClobeReels is designed to break that cycle. You can unlock as many times as you want, but it promotes mindful use so you don’t waste time. We’re also offering our biggest discount for a limited time and continually improving the app for users who value their time and want to reduce addiction. Hope you give it a try!
Broken for iPhone SE (2022)
04/14/2025

BenjaminRD
I’m sorry to give this poor review, I really like the concept and I’d love to use it. Unfortunately, they did not scale the UI elements correctly at all for the iPhone SE 3rd Generation, which is at this point still a decently recent phone! The text in the opening sequence is cut off, and after the first page, the button to continue is straight up off screen. No amount of tapping or scrolling or restarting could fix this, it is 100% broken for this screen size. I sincerely hope they fix this soon, I’d really love to give it a go.

Developer Response
Thank you for your feedback! We’re happy to inform you that the onboarding issues you reported have been addressed in version 1.7.1. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy using our app. Please continue to share your thoughts with us via the email inside the app. We’re dedicated to making CloseReels the best app possible to help stop mindless scrolling.
Broken for iPhone SE (2022)
04/14/2025

BenjaminRD

I’m sorry to give this poor review, I really like the concept and I’d love to use it. Unfortunately, they did not scale the UI elements correctly at all for the iPhone SE 3rd Generation, which is at this point still a decently recent phone! The text in the opening sequence is cut off, and after the first page, the button to continue is straight up off screen. No amount of tapping or scrolling or restarting could fix this, it is 100% broken for this screen size. I sincerely hope they fix this soon, I’d really love to give it a go.
Developer Response 04/20/2025
Thank you for your feedback! We’re happy to inform you that the onboarding issues you reported have been addressed in version 1.7.1. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoy using our app. Please continue to share your thoughts with us via the email inside the app. We’re dedicated to making CloseReels the best app possible to help stop mindless scrolling.
Not worth it
06/13/2025

Owen L L
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!
Not worth it
06/13/2025

Owen L L

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!

Only designed for those who value their time and want to reduce scrolling. • New Feature: Gamifying screen time checking. • Improvement: Making "Unlock Now" harder. • New Feature: User can now customise the shield with fav quotes and colours • New Feature: Users can now customise messages with 3 of their daily goals.

Version 1.8.4

05/29/2025

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