# Should I Answer vs Block

The clearest difference is rating: Block at 4.1 against Should I Answer's 2.6. Block also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (weekly vs every 2 months). Should I Answer's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (474 vs 27). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases 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 and Block sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $12.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Block holds the better App Store score, 4.1 against 2.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Should I Answer has 474 ratings behind it against 27, 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 30% of Block's.

Should I Answer ships an update every 2 months, Block weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Should I Answer | Block |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.6 (474 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/should-i-answer/id1199812713/reviews) | **[4.1 (27 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-spam-call-blocker/id1563456455/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **474** | 27 |
| Positive reviews | 27.5% of reviews | **30.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 111 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mister Group s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1199812712) | [ALBERT PAMIES PARES](https://appshunter.io/developer/1435109345) |

## 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


### Block

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-spam-call-blocker/id1563456455)

This app automatically blocks unwanted spam, robocalls, and scams before they reach your phone. It allows important calls through and keeps your contacts private. You can also identify suspicious callers and manage blocked numbers easily.

**Highlights:** Automatic spam call blocking, Identifies suspicious callers, Allows important calls, Blocks numbers and ranges, Spam text filtering, Privacy-focused, no contact upload

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium 3 Months | $12.99 | per 3 months |
| Premium Annual | $34.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Should I Answer free?

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

### Is Block free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Should I Answer or Block?

Block is rated higher. Should I Answer averages 2.6 out of 5 from 474 ratings, while Block averages 4.1 from 27 ratings.

### Do Should I Answer or Block have ads?

Block shows ads; Should I Answer does not.

### Which is updated more often, Should I Answer or Block?

Should I Answer ships an update every 2 months, and Block weekly. Most recently, Should I Answer was updated on October 29, 2026 and Block on October 30, 2026.

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