# WideProtect Spam Call Blocker vs Should I Answer

The clearest difference is rating: WideProtect Spam Call Blocker at 4.4 against Should I Answer's 2.6. WideProtect Spam Call Blocker also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and review sentiment (58% vs 28%). Should I Answer's advantage is iOS requirement (10 vs 15.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. WideProtect Spam Call Blocker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Should I Answer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

WideProtect Spam Call Blocker holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 2.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 2.3K and 473 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 58% of WideProtect Spam Call Blocker's written reviews are positive against 28% of Should I Answer's.

WideProtect Spam Call Blocker ships an update every 9 days, Should I Answer every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | WideProtect Spam Call Blocker | Should I Answer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (2.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wideprotect-spam-call-blocker/id1171024059/reviews)** | [2.6 (473 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/should-i-answer/id1199812713/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **2.3K** | 473 |
| Positive reviews | **58.4% of reviews** | 27.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 53 MB | 111 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **10** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Valerii Andrusyk](https://appshunter.io/developer/787326004) | [Mister Group s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1199812712) |

## What reviewers say

### WideProtect Spam Call Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wideprotect-spam-call-blocker/id1171024059)

Block unwanted calls from telemarketers, scammers, and spoofed numbers. Easily add prefixes to block millions of numbers and entire area codes. Works offline with no registration required.

**Highlights:** Block by number prefixes, Block entire area codes, Works offline, No registration or data collection, Family Sharing option, Add prefixes from Phone and Contacts

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Subscription Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Subscription Annual | $19.99 | per year |
| Subscription family annual | $49.99 | per year |
| Donation | $1.99 | one-time |
| Extra (Inactive) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime license | $44.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime family license | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective at blocking spam calls
- 👍 Simple and easy to use
- 🔒 Blocks entire area codes and country codes
- 💡 Allows blocking by keyword for SMS
- 🤖 Stops robocalls and spoofed numbers

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with enabling extensions or getting the app to work properly
- 🔍 Limited number of numbers that can be blocked
- ⚠️ Doesn't always block all calls from targeted areas
- 💰 Moved to a subscription model after being a one-time purchase

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing or not opening
- Blocked numbers still able to get through
- Issues with enabling extensions or permissions

**Requested features**

- Ability to block entire countries instead of just area codes
- Option to whitelist contacts to avoid blocking them
- Tracking or reporting on blocked calls
- Automatic updates to block lists instead of manual updates


### Should I Answer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/should-i-answer/id1199812713)

This app identifies and blocks unwanted incoming calls, protecting users from spam and telemarketing. It provides real-time notifications about dangerous calls and offers a user-friendly interface for managing your call experience. Daily database updates ensure comprehensive protection against evolving threats.

**Highlights:** Identifies dangerous or unsolicited calls, Blocks unwanted incoming calls, Saves user time by filtering calls, Daily database updates, User-rated number database, Privacy protection for personal numbers

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Database Subscription | $1.99 | per month |
| Database Subscription | $9.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective at blocking calls
- 👍 Great app for controlling unwanted calls
- 🚀 Blocks most scam/telemarketing calls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't block all spam calls
- 🔒 Concerns about privacy/security
- 💰 Paid subscription required
- 🐛 Inconsistent performance on iOS

**Reported bugs**

- Database not updating properly
- Inability to paste numbers into search
- Ads even with paid subscription

**Requested features**

- Ability to easily report/block numbers
- Improved database updates
- Free version for basic functionality


## Frequently asked questions

### Is WideProtect Spam Call Blocker free?

WideProtect Spam Call Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Should I Answer free?

Should I Answer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, WideProtect Spam Call Blocker or Should I Answer?

WideProtect Spam Call Blocker is rated higher. WideProtect Spam Call Blocker averages 4.4 out of 5 from 2.3K ratings, while Should I Answer averages 2.6 from 473 ratings.

### Do WideProtect Spam Call Blocker or Should I Answer have ads?

Neither WideProtect Spam Call Blocker nor Should I Answer shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, WideProtect Spam Call Blocker or Should I Answer?

WideProtect Spam Call Blocker ships an update every 9 days, and Should I Answer every 2 months. Most recently, WideProtect Spam Call Blocker was updated on October 26, 2026 and Should I Answer on October 24, 2026.

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