Comparison

Clever Dialer vs VA Auto

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

Head to head
About

Clever Dialer

This app identifies unknown callers and blocks unwanted spam calls. It leverages a community-driven database to detect and warn users about fraudulent or nuisance calls, offering features like reverse lookup and real-time spam alerts.

Highlights
  • Reverse phone number lookup
  • Spam caller identification
  • Community-reported spam database
  • Real-time spam call warnings
  • Spam call blocking
  • Automatic database updates
Features
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Spam calls are omnipresent - not just annoying, but sometimes dangerous. Clever Dialer effectively protects you from spam calls. Incoming calls are matched against our extensive spam database. Every user, including you, can report spam calls - so even numbers that only recently started spamming are covered. The Clever Dialer community helps us stay on top of things and keep the spam database up to date. Free features: - Finds out who is behind a phone number (reverse lookup) - Shows you details about phone numbers and spam callers - Lets you rate phone numbers - helping other users at the same time PRO features: - Warns you about spam calls the moment your phone rings - Marks spam in your call log, or… - Blocks spam calls completely if desired - Automatically updates the spam number database Clever Dialer products support Family Sharing - so you can easily protect your loved ones too. Join the Clever Dialer community! How does the Clever Dialer app work? Based on the ratings and experiences of all Clever Dialer users, spam data is collected through various channels. Users can visit our websites to get information and to report spam calls. The app fetches updates from our servers several times a day. How does the spam database update work? Due to the nature of iOS, the Clever Dialer app must be running either in the foreground or background for the database to be updated. The app periodically sends a notification reminding you to open it to receive an update. When you open the app, the database is updated immediately, provided your phone is connected to the internet. You can also trigger the update manually within the app at any time. Who is Clever Dialer? Clever Dialer is a service that provides caller identification and spam protection across multiple platforms. There are also websites available for several countries. Clever Dialer PRO Clever Dialer PRO spam protection is available as a subscription or as a one-time purchase. The monthly subscription renews automatically each month; the annual subscription renews automatically each year. Payment is charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. The subscription renews automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Subscriptions can be managed by the user and auto-renewal can be disabled. The subscription management link can be found in the settings (gear icon). Free trial: Our subscriptions include a free trial period. The duration of the trial depends on the chosen subscription and will be shown in the App Store before purchase. Any unused portion of the free trial period will be forfeited upon purchase of a paid subscription. Purchases and subscriptions are processed by Apple. The contracting party for purchases is Apple Distribution International Ltd. Information on cancellation and refunds can be found at https://reportaproblem.apple.com and in the Apple Media Services Terms and Conditions. Terms of Use: https://www.cleverdialer.app/en/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://www.cleverdialer.app/en/privacy-statement-ios-app/ Imprint: https://www.cleverdialer.app/en/imprint/ Missing a feature? Please contact us at: supportios@cleverdialer.de

About

VA Auto

Features
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VA Auto-EQ is a professional tuning and control app designed for compatible subwoofers and audio devices. Connect via Bluetooth to monitor device status, adjust sound parameters, and optimize audio performance for different listening environments.Key Features:• Bluetooth Device Control Search for and connect to compatible devices, with real-time synchronization of volume, equalizer, crossover, and other audio settings. Custom device names make connected products easier to identify.• Volume, Phase, and Delay Adjust output volume, switch between 0° and 180° phase, and configure audio delay to improve low-frequency alignment and overall listening performance.• Multiple Sound Modes Choose from Music, Cinema, Night, and Flat modes. Each mode can be adjusted to suit music playback, movie viewing, nighttime listening, and other scenarios.• Six-Band Parametric Equalizer Fine-tune frequency, gain, and Q values using an interactive EQ graph. Restore a flat response with one tap, or save, load, and delete custom EQ presets.• Auto EQ Calibration Start the scanning and calibration process, then compare the Target, Original, and Corrected curves on a single graph for a clear view of the resulting response.• Crossover and Filter Settings Configure the crossover frequency, subsonic filter, and output high-pass filter to achieve smoother integration between the subwoofer and main speakers.• Device Status and Management View software and MCU versions, receive device status and warning notifications, and restore factory settings when required.• Demo Mode Explore the main controls and tuning interface without connecting to a physical device.VA Auto-EQ features a landscape-oriented interface that keeps essential controls clear and accessible, making it suitable for home theaters, music systems, and professional audio setup.Please note: This app requires a supported Bluetooth audio device. Available features may vary depending on the device model and firmware version.

Screenshots

Clever Dialer4 screens
VA Auto3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VA Auto at none against Clever Dialer's 3. VA Auto also leads on update cadence (daily vs every 4 months) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). On price, ads and device support 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. Clever Dialer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. VA Auto asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Clever Dialer ships an update every 4 months, VA Auto daily. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Clever Dialer versus VA Auto: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClever DialerVA Auto
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.4 (14 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews61.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings14 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsDaily — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size30 MB22 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperSellwerk GmbH & Co. KGOrbit Electronics Inc.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Clever Dialer

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly subscription (1 month)3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Annual subscription (1 year)7 Days trial$11.991 Year
One-time1
  • Longlife (unlimited)$39.99
None

VA Auto

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Clever Dialer free?
Clever Dialer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VA Auto free?
VA Auto is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Clever Dialer or VA Auto have ads?
Neither Clever Dialer nor VA Auto shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Clever Dialer or VA Auto?
Clever Dialer ships an update every 4 months, and VA Auto daily. Most recently, Clever Dialer was updated on October 24, 2026 and VA Auto on October 7, 2026.

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