# Zblocker vs TimeBack

The clearest difference is rating: TimeBack at 5.0 against Zblocker's 4.2. TimeBack also leads on update cadence (weekly vs every 5 months) and ratings volume (36 vs 6). Zblocker's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 8) and iOS requirement (10.0 vs 17.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeBack sells 8 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Zblocker asks for nothing beyond the download.

TimeBack holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TimeBack has 36 ratings behind it against 6, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews split almost evenly too, at 100% and 100% positive.

Zblocker ships an update every 5 months, TimeBack weekly. The most recent releases landed on July 17, 2026 and August 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Zblocker | TimeBack |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (6 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zblocker/id1381207192/reviews) | **[5.0 (36 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeback-block-addictive-apps/id6748564790/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 6 | **36** |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 5 months | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 49 MB | 42 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 17+ | 12+ |
| Developer | [Naina Technology Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1381207191) | [Nicholas Camson](https://appshunter.io/developer/1695630069) |

## What reviewers say

### Zblocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/zblocker/id1381207192)

This Safari browser extension offers robust ad-blocking for a cleaner, faster web experience. It automatically removes trackers, pop-ups, videos, and images, while also conserving bandwidth and protecting privacy. Enjoy a more enjoyable and distraction-free browsing session on your iPhone and iPad.

**Highlights:** Blocks online trackers, Removes pop-up ads, Blocks videos and images, Saves bandwidth, Faster page loading, Enhances privacy

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Safari Extension

**In-app purchases:** none


### TimeBack

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timeback-block-addictive-apps/id6748564790)

This app helps you reduce screen time and avoid distractions by blocking addictive applications. It offers customizable blocking schedules, a 'Hard Mode' for complete phone lockdown, and an accountability feature that notifies friends when you override a block.

**Highlights:** App Blocking with custom schedules, Ad-hoc timers, Hard Mode for complete lockdown, Accountability notifications for friends, Block override options, Tracking of schedules and goals

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases (8)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeBack Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| TimeBack Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| TimeBack Premium Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| TimeBack Premium | $0.99 | one-time |
| 100 TimeBack Points | $0.99 | one-time |
| 500 TimeBack Points | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1000 TimeBack Points | $9.99 | one-time |
| 2500 TimeBack Points | $19.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Best Screen Time Control App
- 👍 Great Tool
- 👍 Great way to reduce screen time
- 👍 Smooth
- 👍 Productivity increased working from home


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Zblocker free?

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

### Is TimeBack free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Zblocker or TimeBack?

TimeBack is rated higher. Zblocker averages 4.2 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while TimeBack averages 5.0 from 36 ratings.

### Do Zblocker or TimeBack have ads?

Neither Zblocker nor TimeBack shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Zblocker or TimeBack?

Zblocker ships an update every 5 months, and TimeBack weekly. Most recently, Zblocker was updated on July 17, 2026 and TimeBack on August 29, 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.*