# EngleFix vs Brick

The clearest difference is rating: Brick at 4.9 against EngleFix's 3.0. Brick also leads on update cadence (every 4 days vs every 20 months) and ratings volume (58K vs 2). EngleFix's advantage is monetization model (free vs paid) and iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Brick holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Brick has 58K ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

EngleFix ships an update every 20 months, Brick every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 23, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | EngleFix | Brick |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/englefix/id1246395903/reviews) | **[4.9 (58K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brick-ditch-distractions/id6448794069/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **58K** |
| Positive reviews | — | 78.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 20 months | **Every 4 days** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Paid |
| Best chart rank | — | **#73** |
| Size | 27 MB | 48 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [CITY OF ENGLEWOOD](https://appshunter.io/developer/1462072074) | [Brick LLC (Wisconsin)](https://appshunter.io/developer/1686383161) |

## What reviewers say

### EngleFix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/englefix/id1246395903)

Easily report non-emergency issues like potholes or broken streetlights. Pinpoint locations with GPS, attach photos, and receive updates on resolution status.

**Highlights:** Report potholes and streetlights, Pinpoint issue location with GPS, Attach photos to reports, Receive resolution notifications, Submit non-emergency service requests

**In-app purchases:** none


### Brick

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/brick-ditch-distractions/id6448794069)

**Currently charting:** #73 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app helps you regain focus by temporarily removing distracting applications and notifications from your phone. It uses NFC hardware to create distraction-free periods, allowing you to concentrate on important tasks or activities. Reconnect with your apps by simply tapping your device again.

**Highlights:** Temporarily remove distracting apps, Block notifications, Customize unblocked apps, Track usage history, NFC hardware integration

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great concept
- 🚀 Helps reclaim time and attention
- 🔒 Physical barrier prevents mindless usage
- 💡 Customizable blocking/allowing modes
- 🚀 Improves productivity and focus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with frequent crashes
- 🐛 Unreliable app functionality
- 🐛 Inconsistent app behavior after updates
- 🐛 Difficulty setting up and configuring
- 🐛 Limited number of apps that can be allowed

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when selecting apps to block/allow
- Saved settings get deleted or reset unexpectedly
- Inability to block certain apps like Safari
- Bricked mode not working as expected after phone restart

**Requested features**

- Scheduled bricking/unbricking modes
- Remote bricking option
- Ability to block more than 50 apps
- Improved app stability and reliability


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EngleFix free?

EngleFix is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Brick free?

Brick is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, EngleFix or Brick?

Brick is rated higher. EngleFix averages 3.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Brick averages 4.9 from 58K ratings.

### Do EngleFix or Brick have ads?

Neither EngleFix nor Brick shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, EngleFix or Brick?

EngleFix ships an update every 20 months, and Brick every 4 days. Most recently, EngleFix was updated on October 19, 2026 and Brick on October 23, 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.*