What is Monk?
Monk stops you right before you open distracting apps. Using science-backed methods of craving delay and habit stacking, it turns screen-time urges into mindful actions. Build better habits every time you reach for your phone.
Problem
Users struggle with manually resist distractions using willpower alone and face existing app blockers simply block access without addressing the root cause of cravings, leading to inefficient habit formation.
Solution
A mobile app that intercepts users when opening distracting apps and prompts habit-building actions using science-backed craving delay and habit stacking, like suggesting breathing exercises or to-do list tasks.
Customers
Busy professionals seeking productivity, students combating procrastination, and individuals aiming to reduce screen time addiction.
Unique Features
Behavioral science-driven intervention (craving delay), habit stacking integration, and contextual mindfulness prompts instead of rigid blocking.
User Comments
Effectively interrupts mindless scrolling
Delay mechanism helps rethink urges
Builds micro-habits seamlessly
Occasional false triggers
Interface is minimalist and calming
Traction
2,800+ Product Hunt upvotes (2023 launch), 50,000+ downloads, freemium model with $4.99/month subscription, founder @monk_app has 1.2k Twitter followers.
Market Size
Global productivity apps market valued at $58 billion in 2023 (Grand View Research).
