Comparison

Pace.Yours vs AppBlock

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Pace.Yours

Enhance productivity and time management with tools for daily planning and task focus. Features include task timers, white noise, and Pomodoro technique support to help users meet deadlines and stay on track.

Highlights
  • Daily planning tools
  • Task focus notifications
  • Time spent on task timer
  • Task time estimation
  • White noise audios
  • Pomodoro technique timer
Features
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Pace.Yours helps you plan your day and focus on one task at a time. • Organize tasks with notes, subtasks, deadlines, and time estimates. • Drag tasks and subtasks into your preferred priority order. • Set separate morning and evening reminder times. Morning reminders show your first three unfinished task titles. • Set local reminders for individual task deadlines. • Track time with a count-up focus timer. Pause and resume whenever you need a break. • Choose white noise, rain, or fireplace sounds during focus sessions. • Review completed tasks and recorded focus time. Your task content stays on your device. No account is required. This version includes non-personalized Google AdMob banner ads. Google may process advertising, device, interaction, and diagnostic data as described in our privacy policy. Privacy choices are provided where required. Plan your day. Make steady progress. Go at your own pace.

About

AppBlock

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers customizable schedules and strict modes to reduce screen time, improve focus, and support healthier digital habits.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Block time-wasting websites
  • Control screen time
  • Customizable blocking schedules
  • Strict mode to prevent bypassing restrictions
  • Detailed statistics on screen time usage
  • Focus sessions for work and study
Features
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► 15,000,000+ satisfied users ► 63% less screen time in the first week ► Save up to 3 hours every day AppBlock is the ultimate app blocker that helps you block apps, reduce screen time, and manage social media distractions so you can focus on what truly matters. Our app creates a positive impact on your digital wellbeing. Whether you need a productivity boost, want to unplug in your free time, or looking for a focused study environment, AppBlock gives you full control of your digital habits. ► CONTROL YOUR SCREEN TIME Cut down on wasted time and build a healthier relationship with your devices. Use custom templates to block the apps that distract you most during the day, stop doomscrolling on social media, and reduce your screen time. Our users reported 63% less screen time in just two weeks. Yes, it’s true! Try it yourself and thank us later. ► WHY APPBLOCK? – Block Apps: Cut access to social media, games, or anything that pulls you away from your goals. – Website Blocker: Restrict time-wasting websites or unwanted content. – Screen Time Control: Monitor and limit app usage to maintain a balanced life. – Customizable Blocking Schedules: Automatically block apps based on time, location, or Wi-Fi. – App Open Limits: Decide how long you can use certain apps to stay in control. – Strict Mode: Stay committed by preventing yourself from bypassing restrictions. – Allowlist: Keep essential apps available while blocking distractions. – Quick Block: Need instant focus? Tap once to block apps and websites right away. ► STAY PRODUCTIVE & FOCUSED AppBlock helps you manage your screen time and remove digital distractions so you can focus on what really matters. – Improve Sleep: Reduce late-night phone use for better rest. – Support Mental Health: Stay calm and mindful with fewer interruptions. – Boost Productivity: Block time-wasting apps and websites to stay on task. – Study Better: Encourage a distraction-free learning environment. – Unplug in Free Time: Enjoy hobbies, family, and friends without constant notifications. ► ADVANCED TOOLS & INSIGHTS – Detailed Statistics: Discover where your screen time goes and identify what distracts you most. – Focus Sessions: Automatically silence notifications and block apps during key work or study periods. – Time Management: Create daily structure for balanced digital use. – AppBlock for Desktop: Stay productive on PC or Mac with browser extensions that block distracting sites. – Get the extension: https://appblock.app/extensions ► #1 BLOCKER – SAFE BROWSING Create a secure and distraction-free experience by using AppBlock. With one tap, block apps, websites for safer and more mindful screen use. ► FREE TO USE – START TODAY AppBlock is free to download and packed with everything you need to build healthier digital habits and reclaim your time in just a few taps. Discover why our app blocker has over 15,000,000 success stories. ► PRIVACY FIRST Your privacy is our top priority. AppBlock uses Apple’s Screen Time API for secure content blocking. Your personal data stays private and is never shared. ► CONTACT & SUPPORT Email — support@appblock.app Website — www.appblock.app ► TERMS & PRIVACY Terms of Use — https://appblock.app/terms-of-use-app-store Privacy Policy — https://appblock.app/privacy-policy-app-store

Screenshots

Pace.Yours3 screens
AppBlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

Pace.Yours and AppBlock both sit at 4.5 stars, but that hides the real split: 92% of Pace.Yours's written reviews are positive against 55% of AppBlock's. Pace.Yours also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 14). AppBlock's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 12 months) and ratings volume (6.9K vs 28). On price, rating, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AppBlock sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Pace.Yours asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for Pace.Yours against 4.6 for AppBlock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AppBlock has 6.9K ratings behind it against 28, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 92% of Pace.Yours's written reviews are positive against 55% of AppBlock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Pace.Yours ships an update every 12 months, AppBlock weekly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Pace.Yours versus AppBlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPace.YoursAppBlock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (28 ratings)4.6 (6.9K ratings) — better
Positive reviews91.7% of reviews — better54.8% of reviews
Number of ratings286.9K — better
Update frequencyEvery 12 monthsWeekly — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better
Requires iOS17.017.0
Further details — not scored
Size7 MB195 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperZhi Hua TanMobileSoft s.r.o.

Customer experience

Pace.Yours

All ratings28 ratings
Positive85.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative10.7%
Written reviews12 reviews
Positive91.7%
Neutral8.3%
Negative0.0%

AppBlock

All ratings6,871 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral2.6%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews949 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral11.4%
Negative33.8%

Bugs and requests

Pace.Yours

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

AppBlock

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Scheduled blocks not always activating properly
  • App crashing or becoming unresponsive
  • Inconsistent behavior when switching between modes

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add ability to block Safari and other browsers
  • Implement syncing across devices
  • Provide more granular control over blocking schedules
  • Show remaining time for app limits
  • Make strict mode truly unbreakable

In-app purchases

None

Pace.Yours

No in-app purchases

10 purchases

AppBlock

Subscriptions9
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
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  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly1 Year trial5 variants$29.991 Year
  • AppBlock Premium14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$44.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly1 Year trial$49.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$89.99

Questions

Is Pace.Yours free?
Pace.Yours is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AppBlock free?
AppBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Pace.Yours or AppBlock?
AppBlock is rated higher. Pace.Yours averages 4.5 out of 5 from 28 ratings, while AppBlock averages 4.6 from 6.9K ratings.
Do Pace.Yours or AppBlock have ads?
Both Pace.Yours and AppBlock show ads.
Which is updated more often, Pace.Yours or AppBlock?
Pace.Yours ships an update every 12 months, and AppBlock weekly. Most recently, Pace.Yours was updated on October 24, 2026 and AppBlock on October 24, 2026.

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