# CallHound Unwanted Calls Block — Spam Call Blocker App

> Reliable call blocker for spam, strangers, and advertisers with custom rules. (iPhone/iPad app by Redwerk OU.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callhound-unwanted-calls-block/id1293775392 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Redwerk OU](https://appshunter.io/developer/964135363)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.20/5 from 239 App Store ratings · 88 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 30 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Russian, European Spanish
- Released: 2018-01-17
- Data updated: 2026-09-15
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callhound-unwanted-calls-block/id1293775392/reviews.md

## What is CallHound Unwanted Calls Block?

Block unwanted calls using CallHound.

CallHound is the leader among call blocking apps, as it reliably protects you from spammers, strangers, and advertisers, especially if you often use instant calls. Block phone calls marked as spam or сustomize notifications of unwanted incoming calls from your contact list. Create rules manually in blocklist, and manage them in an intuitive interface. 

Using CallHound, you will forget about unwanted calls forever.

Primary functions:

- Create unlimited quantity of rules
- Fine-tune rules considering special symbols, register, emoticons.
- Spam rule blocks incoming call completely
- Unwanted rule adds ‘unwanted’ tag during the call
- Link social accounts to backup
- No internet connection needed

Rules

You can create, edit and delete rules in the Rule tab.
Every number in your contact list or incoming call can be defined as Spam or Unwanted. If you tag number as Spam, you will not receive a call from it. If you tag number as Unwanted, there will be ‘unwanted’ mark near it during an incoming call.

Settings

You can link social networks (Facebook, Twitter, Google) to back up your rules in the cloud. If you install CallHound on another device, your data will be transferred automatically.

Now you don’t need to think about how to block all unwanted calls or a separate phone number - CallHound is the best call blocker that easily copes with these tasks!

## Key features

- Block spam and unwanted calls
- Create unlimited custom blocking rules
- Fine-tune rules with special symbols
- Tag calls as 'unwanted'
- Cloud backup of rules via social media
- No internet connection required

## What do users think of CallHound Unwanted Calls Block?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- ✅ Effectively blocks spam and unwanted calls
- 💰 Free app with no hidden fees or subscriptions
- 🎯 Wildcard feature allows blocking number ranges
- 🔄 Cross-device synchronization via Google account
- ⚙️ Customizable rules for flexible blocking
- 📱 Works without requiring contact access
- 🛡️ Long-term reliability for consistent users

**Cons**

- 🐛 Inconsistent blocking performance across devices
- ❌ Rules and patterns frequently fail to work
- 😕 Confusing and unintuitive user interface
- ⚠️ App stopped working after iOS updates
- 🔐 Privacy concerns - users report increased spam after installation
- 📊 No call logging or statistics tracking
- 🚫 Limited to 4 wildcard characters for blocking ranges
- 🔧 Poor customer support and unresponsive developers
- 🌍 Limited international number blocking capabilities

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Wildcard blocking rules not functioning properly
- App fails to block numbers despite being enabled
- Incompatibility with iOS 14+ and iOS 17.x
- App crashes or won't open after installation
- Blocking feature stops working after app updates
- Does not appear in Phone Settings for call blocking
- Cannot paste copied numbers into blocking fields
- Range blocking fails for Brazilian phone formats
- App persists on device even after deletion
- Rules don't work for 850 number patterns

**Most requested features**

- Increase wildcard limit beyond 4 characters
- Block entire area codes or country codes
- Automatic deletion of blocked calls from call log
- Toggle notifications for blocked calls
- Call statistics and logging dashboard
- Import/export blocked numbers from files
- Block anonymous/suppressed caller ID calls
- More blocking categories (scam, fraud, telemarketing)
- Paste-in functionality for copying numbers
- Support for more international phone formats
- Block calls by country code without number changes
- Intuitive UI with better documentation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 88)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callhound-unwanted-calls-block/id1293775392/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Works like a charm

*2026-06-11, version 2.2.1*

2026, and it still works like a charm and totally free. Amazing.

### 5/5 — Calls

*2026-04-28, version 2.2.1*

This helps me so much blocking spam,scammers,& a lot of unwanted calls

### 5/5 — Thanks for this app!!

*2025-12-09, version 2.2.1*

Thank God someone created this app!! It is fabulous!! Kiddos to whoever developed this app!!           Thanks

### 3/5 — Scammer Call Blocker

*2025-11-11, version 2.2.1*

Good Spam Call Blocker & it does a very good job, However, I wish you could add more categories other than spam/unwanted. It would beneficial if you could add more categories such as Scam/Fraud, etc, etc.. Thank you.

### 1/5 — I don’t see how it has stopped anyone

*2025-07-26, version 2.2.1*

Doesn’t matter doesn’t work

### 1/5 — They SELL your information!!!!

*2025-07-13, version 2.2.1*

Downloaded, then immediately began to get spam texts, calls.

### 5/5 — Хорошее приложение

*2025-06-12, version 2.2.1*

Не хватает только 2 функций:
- автоматического удаления заблокированного номера из журнала вызовов
- отключения уведомления о блокировках 
Очень надеюсь разработчики добавят

### 1/5 — Horrible App

*2025-04-14, version 2.2.1*

It’s clumsy. It’s counterintuitive. It’s annoying to use.

### 1/5 — Not Working Properly on Spam Calls

*2024-11-29, version 2.2.1*

This App 100% can’t identifies Spam Calls, Truecaller works better than This application. It’s a Fake App !!

### 5/5 — Scammer Call Blocker

*2024-10-28, version 2.2.1*

Excellent Spam Call Blocker & it does a very good job.

## Frequently asked questions about CallHound Unwanted Calls Block

### What does CallHound do?

CallHound is a call blocking app designed to protect you from unwanted calls, including those from spammers, strangers, and advertisers. It allows you to create custom rules to block calls entirely or tag them as unwanted, helping you manage your incoming calls effectively.

### How can I block specific types of calls?

You can block specific types of calls by creating custom rules within the app. You can define rules to block numbers marked as spam completely or tag other incoming calls as 'unwanted'. These rules can be customized with special symbols and character sensitivity.

### Is CallHound free to use?

Based on the provided information, CallHound is a free application. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements, suggesting a completely free user experience for its core functionalities.

### Does CallHound require an internet connection?

No, CallHound does not require an internet connection to function. This means you can block unwanted calls and manage your rules even when you are offline, providing continuous protection.

### Can I back up my call blocking rules?

Yes, you can back up your call blocking rules by linking your social media accounts, such as Facebook, Twitter, or Google. This cloud backup feature allows you to easily transfer your settings to another device if you install CallHound elsewhere.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.1 — 2020-04-26

Minor bug fixes and performance improvement.

### 2.2 — 2020-02-24

New in this version:

● Add a rule from Recent calls via Share Contact
- An exciting feature that allows adding a number to the rule via Share Contact, no more manual routine!
- Don't forget that blocking of a number won't work if you have it in Contacts


● Stability improvements


● Fixes for occasional crashes

### 2.1 — 2019-11-26

What's new in this version:

• Numbers range blocking feature
- Add a rule using # symbol to get rid of the spam calls from similar numbers
- This feature allows blocking phone numbers range with up to 4 digits covered in the national number part 

• Checker tab
- Now it's possible to easily check if a call from a certain number will be blocked by CallHound

• Added iOS 13 Dark Mode
 support

• Bug fixes and improvements

### 2.0 — 2019-04-17

- We made CallHound free to use!
- UI changes on the app's screens to improve users' experience
- Minor bug fixes and improvements

### 1.3 — 2018-10-12

What's new:
- Rules are now easier to create.

Fixes:
- Synchronization issues when using the app on multiple devices;
- Contacts permission fail;
- Tutorial restart;
- Minor bugs.

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