# Should I Answer vs Simple Call Blocker

The clearest difference is rating: Simple Call Blocker at 4.2 against Should I Answer's 2.6. Simple Call Blocker also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2) and review sentiment (52% vs 28%). Should I Answer's advantage is update cadence (every 2 months vs every 6 months) and iOS requirement (10 vs 17.0). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Should I Answer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Simple Call Blocker asks for nothing beyond the download.

Simple Call Blocker holds the better App Store score, 4.2 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Simple Call Blocker has 3.7K ratings behind it against 474, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 28% of Should I Answer's written reviews are positive against 52% of Simple Call Blocker's.

Should I Answer ships an update every 2 months, Simple Call Blocker every 6 months. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 13, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Should I Answer | Simple Call Blocker |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (474 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/should-i-answer/id1199812713/reviews) | **[4.2 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-call-blocker/id1409872025/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 474 | **3.7K** |
| Positive reviews | 27.5% of reviews | **52.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 months** | Every 6 months |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Size | 111 MB | 2 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mister Group s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1199812712) | [Michael Descy](https://appshunter.io/developer/1073798439) |

## What reviewers say

### 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


### Simple Call Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/simple-call-blocker/id1409872025)

Block unwanted calls on your iPhone by individual numbers or entire ranges. Create an allow list for specific numbers or contacts, ensuring they never get blocked. This app prioritizes simplicity and privacy, without collecting your data.

**Highlights:** Block individual phone numbers, Block ranges of phone numbers, Create an allow list, Option to allow all contacts, No personal data collection

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Simple and effective
- 🔒 Respects user privacy
- 👍 Blocks range of numbers
- 👍 Stops spam calls

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Calls not always blocked
- 🐛 Blocker loading failed
- 🐛 Doesn't work on all devices
- 🐛 Blocks limited to 2 million numbers

**Reported bugs**

- Calls still getting through blocked numbers
- Validation issues with number formats
- Blocker not loading properly

**Requested features**

- Block entire area codes or countries
- Ability to block from contacts list
- Logging/reporting of blocked calls
- Expand blocking capacity


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Should I Answer free?

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

### Is Simple Call Blocker free?

Simple Call Blocker is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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

Simple Call Blocker is rated higher. Should I Answer averages 2.6 out of 5 from 474 ratings, while Simple Call Blocker averages 4.2 from 3.7K ratings.

### Do Should I Answer or Simple Call Blocker have ads?

Neither Should I Answer nor Simple Call Blocker shows ads.

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

Should I Answer ships an update every 2 months, and Simple Call Blocker every 6 months. Most recently, Should I Answer was updated on November 11, 2026 and Simple Call Blocker on November 13, 2026.

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