SocialDiet vs deleting the apps
as of November 2026
In short
Deleting the apps is free, and if you can live without them it is the cleanest option — do it. Many people can’t: friends, groups, class chats and work live there. SocialDiet keeps those and removes the endless video in between.
| Feature | SocialDiet | Deleting apps |
|---|---|---|
| Price | 3 days free (no card), then subscription | Free |
| Messages, groups, events | Stay — DMs open on every supported platform | Gone with the app (or moved to the browser) |
| Reels / Shorts / For You | Removed | Gone with the app — and back the day you reinstall |
| Effort to stick with it | Low: the useful parts are still there | High for many people: reinstalling takes seconds |
| Using the website instead | SocialDiet uses the same mobile websites, with the loops removed | Mobile websites still show Reels, Shorts and ads |
Deleting apps is a better fit if…
- You don’t need anything from the app — no chats, no groups, no work.
- You want zero cost and zero setup.
- You have tried and the urge to reinstall is gone.
SocialDiet is a better fit if…
- You deleted and reinstalled more than once.
- Your friends or family message you there.
- You need YouTube for learning but not Shorts.
This page compares strategies, not products; it cites no study. If you can delete an app and not miss it, that is the best result.