# Call Blocker vs CallerID

The clearest difference is ads: CallerID at none against Call Blocker's shown. CallerID also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 15.6). Call Blocker's advantage is review sentiment (78% vs 45%) and rating (4.5 vs 4.3). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Call Blocker sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and CallerID sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Call Blocker holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Call Blocker has 1.2K ratings behind it against 238, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of Call Blocker's written reviews are positive against 45% of CallerID's.

Call Blocker ships an update monthly, CallerID every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Call Blocker | CallerID |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.5 (1.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/call-blocker/id1180310843/reviews)** | [4.3 (238 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callerid/id1209793304/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.2K** | 238 |
| Positive reviews | **78.2% of reviews** | 45.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 72 MB | 82 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.6 | **9.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [UnknownPhone.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/1180310842) | [Tecso Solutions LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1207970316) |

## What reviewers say

### Call Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/call-blocker/id1180310843)

Block unwanted calls, identify suspicious numbers, and report spam. Access a large community database to avoid phone scams and extra charges. Protect yourself from telemarketers and unknown callers.

**Highlights:** Block any phone number, Identify commercial calls, Report suspicious numbers, Avoid common scams, Access community database, Automatic dangerous number blocking

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Call Blocker 1-Month Shield | $4.99 | per month |
| One month subscription | $6.99 | per month |
| Call Blocker: 3M Shield | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Free 1 week trial + 3 months | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| 50% Discount - Three months | $9.99 | per 3 months |
| Three months subscription | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Free 1 week trial + 3 months | $14.99 | per 3 months |
| Call Blocker: 1 Year | $22.99 | per year |
| Call Blocker: 1 Year - 1 Free Week | $22.99 | per year |
| Call Blocker: 1 Year (50% Discount) | $22.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective call blocker
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🔒 Blocks spam and scam calls
- 💡 Useful caller ID and lookup features

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent performance, some calls still get through
- 🔍 Incomplete database of known scammers
- 💰 Paid version required for full functionality
- 📱 Doesn't integrate well with phone's built-in blocking

**Reported bugs**

- Database update errors
- Inability to block certain numbers

**Requested features**

- Automatic database updates
- Block calls from unknown/private numbers
- Integration with phone's native call blocking


### CallerID

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/callerid/id1209793304)

This app serves as a local phone directory and caller ID for residents in Cuba. It offers features like call identification, internet package monitoring via widget, and easy management of Nauta accounts. Users can search contacts by various criteria, set birthday reminders, and manage internet, voice, and SMS plans.

**Highlights:** Caller identification, Internet package widget, Nauta account management, Contact search by number/name, Birthday reminders, Plan management (internet, voice, SMS)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Caller ID | $0.59 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Useful app
- 👍 Identifies incoming calls
- 👍 Clean interface
- 👍 Intuitive interface

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App doesn't work
- 🐛 Useless without database
- 🐛 Activation issues
- 🐛 Lost license on new phone
- 🐛 App is expensive

**Reported bugs**

- License lost when changing phones
- App not connecting to server
- App closes after opening
- App not activating after payment
- Call identifier not functioning

**Requested features**

- Option to verify purchase and restore
- Update app with new ETECSA offers
- Fix activation issues with iOS 15+
- Improve user support response time
- Add English language option


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Call Blocker free?

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

### Is CallerID free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Call Blocker or CallerID?

Call Blocker is rated higher. Call Blocker averages 4.5 out of 5 from 1.2K ratings, while CallerID averages 4.3 from 238 ratings.

### Do Call Blocker or CallerID have ads?

Call Blocker shows ads; CallerID does not.

### Which is updated more often, Call Blocker or CallerID?

Call Blocker ships an update monthly, and CallerID every 2 months. Most recently, Call Blocker was updated on October 26, 2026 and CallerID on October 24, 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.*