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PulseWave vs ScrollBump

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PulseWave compared with ScrollBump
DetailPulseWave logo PulseWaveScrollBump logo ScrollBump
What it doesA quiet 30-second breathing pause between tasks Proudly annoying doomscroll break app for iOS and Android
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given Not given
Based inNot given CZ
Pricing modelFree Freemium
PricingNot given Free: $0 forever with unlimited break rules, unlimited apps and websites to restrict, unlimited accountability partners, unlimited custom shield designs, custom time limits and durations, lock rules with unlock timer, and time-of-day scheduling. Pro: $4.99/year, $1.99/month, or $22.99 lifetime, whic
Key features
  • 30-second guided breathing exercise
  • Visual circle guide for breathing pace
  • No account required
  • No setup needed
  • Available on iPhone
  • Annoying break reminders that pop up based on screen time usage
  • Works with any app including Instagram, TikTok, X, Reddit, and YouTube
  • Location-based break rules for different places
  • Accountability partners to track screen time goals with friends
  • Unlimited break rules and unlimited apps to restrict
  • Custom shield designs and color themes
  • Time-of-day scheduling for different break times
  • Lock rules with unlock timer
  • Stay-in-app locking with timer that runs only while app is open
  • Day-of-week scheduling for different rules by day
What makes it different
  • Requires no account or setup to start using immediately
  • Designed as a quick mental reset between tasks
  • Simple guided breathing with visual circle
  • Annoying unskippable breaks that actually work
  • Works with any app you want to restrict
  • Free tier with unlimited break rules and accountability partners
  • Location-based rules so you can scroll on your commute
  • Continuously improved by its maker who uses it daily
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)1 +1 (up) since last check19 −3 (down) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)87
Citation Flow (Majestic)2521
Referring domains (Majestic)2534

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