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Brick - Ditch Distractions

Brick - Ditch Distractions

Make your phone a tool again

44K ratings
1915 reviews
#91 in free Productivity
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πŸ“Š Productivity
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  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 15, 2023
  • July 13, 2026

Developer

Brick LLC (Wisconsin)
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About

This app helps you regain focus by temporarily removing distracting applications and notifications from your phone. It uses NFC hardware to create distraction-free periods, allowing you to concentrate on important tasks or activities. Reconnect with your apps by simply tapping your device again.

βœ“Temporarily remove distracting apps
βœ“Block notifications
βœ“Customize unblocked apps
βœ“Track usage history
βœ“NFC hardware integration
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Brick. Based on 44K reviews and a 4.9/5 average, it highlights the 6 positives and 5 negatives reviewers mention most about this Productivity app.

Positive things

  • πŸ‘Great concept
  • πŸš€Helps reclaim time and attention
  • πŸ”’Physical barrier prevents mindless usage
  • πŸ’‘Customizable blocking/allowing modes
  • πŸš€Improves productivity and focus
  • πŸ‘Effective for breaking phone addiction

Negative things

  • πŸ›Buggy app with frequent crashes
  • πŸ›Unreliable app functionality
  • πŸ›Inconsistent app behavior after updates
  • πŸ›Difficulty setting up and configuring
  • πŸ›Limited number of apps that can be allowed
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What's New in Brick

2026.28.0

July 13, 2026

Thank you for updating the Brick app! We've updated our iOS app with bug fixes and changes to improve your overall experience.

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This app rose +2 positions in Productivity chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Actually changed my life

I would always get around the screen saver apps. I’ve been using this for 4 days and schedule feature I think has changed my life
Siddharth2306Siddharth2306

Love it

These are simple to use and really do their job! Love that they don’t have a monthly fee to use them. Worthy investment and wonderful idea!
Kathy HamlinKathy Hamlin

The best

Never forget the day when I had this
Steadfastness.Steadfastness.

New update removes great feature

I have loved this product, but I spoke with customer service and how they removed the scheduling feature while on the go. This is a dealbreaker when some of us can’t foresee our schedules constantly changing and don’t travel with the dongle.
thesaxophonewarriorthesaxophonewarrior

So good

It’s so goated
My name is brickMy name is brick
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

App crashes when selecting apps to block/allow

Bug

Saved settings get deleted or reset unexpectedly

Bug

Inability to block certain apps like Safari

Bug

Bricked mode not working as expected after phone restart

Bug
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Requested Features

4 requests

Scheduled bricking/unbricking modes

Feature

Remote bricking option

Feature

Ability to block more than 50 apps

Feature

Improved app stability and reliability

Feature

FAQ

What does the Brick app do?

The Brick app, in conjunction with NFC hardware, temporarily removes distracting applications and their notifications from your smartphone. This allows you to create focused periods for work, personal time, or other activities without constant interruptions.

How do I use Brick to block apps?

To block distracting apps, you simply open the Brick app and tap your NFC-enabled device. This action initiates the distraction-free mode. To regain access to all your apps, you tap the device again.

Can I choose which apps are blocked?

Yes, the Brick app allows you to customize which applications remain unblocked while the 'Bricked' mode is active. This ensures you can still access essential tools while blocking less important, distracting ones.

Is this app free?

Based on the provided information, this application is not free. It is a paid application that utilizes both software and NFC-powered hardware to achieve its distraction-blocking functionality.

What kind of phone is compatible with Brick?

The app requires an NFC-enabled device to function. While specific operating system versions are not detailed, any smartphone equipped with NFC technology should be compatible with the Brick app and its hardware component.