# Callblock vs IntelliScan

The clearest difference is rating: IntelliScan at 5.0 against Callblock's 3.3. IntelliScan also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). Callblock's advantage is ratings volume (51 vs 1) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 7 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Callblock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. IntelliScan asks for nothing beyond the download.

IntelliScan holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Callblock has 51 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Callblock ships an update every 2 months, IntelliScan every 7 months. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 3, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Callblock | IntelliScan |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.3 (51 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callblock/id1148495423/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelliscan/id1381565136/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **51** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 53.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 7 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 107 MB | 12 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 13.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rocketship Apps](https://appshunter.io/developer/1104564271) | [Cybersoft PrimeroEdge](https://appshunter.io/developer/1034146742) |

## What reviewers say

### Callblock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callblock/id1148495423)

This app helps you block unwanted telemarketing calls on your iPhone. It uses a large, constantly updated directory to identify and filter out spam calls, offering a high accuracy rate. While it cannot block calls with no caller ID, it significantly reduces interruptions from telemarketers.

**Highlights:** Blocks telemarketing calls, Large directory of telemarketers, High identification accuracy, Customizable caller list, iOS call blocking integration

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $19.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Blocks unwanted calls effectively
- 👍 Simple and user-friendly interface
- 👍 Affordable subscription fee
- 👍 No ads
- 👍 Community-driven block list

**What reviewers complain about**

- 👎 Misleading regarding free functionality
- 👎 Immediate charging after free trial signup
- 👎 Subscription required for basic function
- 👎 Does not work on all iOS versions
- 👎 App doesn't always block calls

**Reported bugs**

- Does not work on iOS 14
- App won't stop loading
- Bug prevents unblocking calls
- Error enabling extension
- Does not work with passcode protection

**Requested features**

- Ability to see blocked calls log
- Option to provide updates to categories
- Improved blocking for local number spoofing
- Clearer indication of active blocking
- Dark mode option


### IntelliScan

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelliscan/id1381565136)

This app allows school nutrition professionals to scan receipts and inventory using UPC codes or manual uploads. It helps reduce errors and streamline inventory management for school districts, with optional syncing to existing databases.

**Highlights:** Scan receipts and inventory via UPC codes, Manual inventory upload option, Sync with PrimeroEdge inventory module, Reduce human error in counts, Streamline inventory with barcode scanners

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Callblock free?

Callblock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is IntelliScan free?

IntelliScan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Callblock or IntelliScan?

IntelliScan is rated higher. Callblock averages 3.3 out of 5 from 51 ratings, while IntelliScan averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Callblock or IntelliScan have ads?

Neither Callblock nor IntelliScan shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Callblock or IntelliScan?

Callblock ships an update every 2 months, and IntelliScan every 7 months. Most recently, Callblock was updated on October 13, 2026 and IntelliScan on October 3, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*