# Liberate vs BlockSite

The clearest difference is rating: Liberate at 4.7 against BlockSite's 4.2. Liberate also leads on monetization model (free vs freemium). BlockSite's advantage is review sentiment (61% vs 46%) and ratings volume (6.2K vs 868). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Liberate sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and BlockSite sells 16 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Liberate holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BlockSite has 6.2K ratings behind it against 868, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 46% of Liberate's written reviews are positive against 61% of BlockSite's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Liberate ships an update every 2 weeks, BlockSite fortnightly. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Liberate | BlockSite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.7 (868 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/liberate-screen-time-control/id1214636633/reviews)** | [4.2 (6.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocksite-block-apps-and-focus/id1474967653/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 868 | **6.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 45.9% of reviews | **61.3% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 2 weeks** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Freemium |
| Size | 12 MB | 101 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | **17.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Jordan Carney](https://appshunter.io/developer/549518152) | [BlockSite LP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546615225) |

## What reviewers say

### Liberate

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/liberate-screen-time-control/id1214636633)

This app helps users reduce web distractions by blocking access to specified websites for a set period. It offers a simple, three-step process to create a blacklist and set an end date for blocking, encouraging users to be more productive.

**Highlights:** Block websites in Safari, Set end dates for blocking, Create custom blacklists, Reduce web distractions, Increase productivity

**Features:** Safari Extension

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Small Tip | $2.99 | one-time |
| Medium Tip | $4.99 | one-time |
| Large Tip | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Simple app
- 💰 Cheap
- ✅ Works well
- 🔒 Blocks websites effectively
- 📆 Allows setting time limits

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔧 Limited customization options
- 🔓 Easy to bypass
- 🚫 Doesn't block in Chrome
- 🚫 Doesn't block apps
- 🚫 Only blocks in Safari

**Reported bugs**

- Not blocking websites as configured
- Stopped working after iOS 18.4 update
- Incompatible with iOS 18.4

**Requested features**

- Allow setting different block times for each website
- Add password protection
- Implement allow lists instead of block lists
- Add iCloud sync and automation features
- Provide more blocking options (e.g. block by keyword)


### BlockSite

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocksite-block-apps-and-focus/id1474967653)

This app helps you regain control of your time by blocking distracting websites and applications. It offers features to create custom block lists, schedule focus times, and limit usage, promoting productivity and reducing procrastination.

**Highlights:** Website Blocker, App Blocking, Block List, Schedule Mode, Usage Limit, Password Protection, Category Blocking

**In-app purchases (16)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $9.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $10.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $14.99 | per month |
| BlockSite Premium | $19.99 | per month |
| Monthly Subscription | $19.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $23.99 | per year |
| Six Month Subscription | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Semi-Annual Subscription | $29.99 | per 6 months |
| Annual Subscription | $38.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $38.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $47.90 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $48.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective at blocking distractions
- 👍 Helps with focus and productivity
- 🔒 Blocks adult content
- 👍 Simple and easy to use

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Password protection doesn't work as expected
- 🔋 Drains battery and data
- 🐛 Causes issues with other apps/websites
- 💰 Expensive subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent blocking behavior
- Blocks unintended sites
- Causes internet connectivity issues

**Requested features**

- More customization options
- Ability to lock down app and prevent unblocking
- Scheduled blocking and time limits
- Keyword blocking


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Liberate free?

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

### Is BlockSite free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Liberate or BlockSite?

Liberate is rated higher. Liberate averages 4.7 out of 5 from 868 ratings, while BlockSite averages 4.2 from 6.2K ratings.

### Do Liberate or BlockSite have ads?

Neither Liberate nor BlockSite shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Liberate or BlockSite?

Liberate ships an update every 2 weeks, and BlockSite fortnightly. Most recently, Liberate was updated on October 26, 2026 and BlockSite on October 26, 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.*