# Freedom vs BlockSite

The clearest difference is monetization model: BlockSite at freemium against Freedom's subscription. Freedom's advantage is rating (4.4 vs 4.2). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Freedom sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $8.99 per month 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.

Freedom holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5.9K and 6.2K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 64% of Freedom's written reviews are positive against 62% of BlockSite's.

Freedom ships an update every 9 days, BlockSite fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Freedom | BlockSite |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.4 (5.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freedom-screen-time-control/id1269788228/reviews)** | [4.2 (6.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blocksite-block-apps-and-focus/id1474967653/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 5.9K | **6.2K** |
| Positive reviews | **64.0% of reviews** | 61.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 9 days** | Fortnightly |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Freemium** |
| Size | 90 MB | 101 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 17.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Eighty Percent Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/960372430) | [BlockSite LP](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546615225) |

## What reviewers say

### Freedom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/freedom-screen-time-control/id1269788228)

This app helps you block distracting apps and websites to improve focus and productivity. Schedule blocking sessions across all your devices to build better screen time habits and reclaim productive hours.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Schedule blocking sessions, Sync across all devices, Block the internet, Locked Mode for habit commitment, Focus sounds

**Features:** Safari Extension, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $8.99 | per month |
| Freedom Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| Freedom Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Yearly Subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| Freedom Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Freedom Forever | $199.00 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective at blocking distractions
- 👍 Customizable blocklists
- 🔒 Locked mode prevents bypassing
- 💡 Cross-device sync
- 👍 Helpful for productivity and focus

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent blocking, doesn't always work as expected
- 🐛 Scheduled sessions don't always start automatically
- 🐛 Buggy, crashes frequently
- 🔒 Easy to bypass by disabling VPN or deleting app
- 👎 Limited app blocking on iOS

**Reported bugs**

- Blocks unintended apps/websites
- Fails to block certain apps like Facebook, Instagram
- Doesn't work in low power mode on iOS

**Requested features**

- Allow specific app whitelisting
- Add time limit/usage tracking features
- Improve scheduling options (e.g. by day, not just time)
- Better integration with mobile OS features (e.g. iOS Screen Time)


### 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 Freedom free?

Freedom 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, Freedom or BlockSite?

Freedom is rated higher. Freedom averages 4.4 out of 5 from 5.9K ratings, while BlockSite averages 4.2 from 6.2K ratings.

### Do Freedom or BlockSite have ads?

Neither Freedom nor BlockSite shows ads.

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

Freedom ships an update every 9 days, and BlockSite fortnightly. Most recently, Freedom was updated on September 26, 2026 and BlockSite on September 26, 2026.

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