# Fix it now or delete it vs SpamShield

The clearest difference is rating: SpamShield at 5.0 against Fix it now or delete it's 3.7. SpamShield also leads on update cadence (every 4 weeks vs every 13 months). Fix it now or delete it's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and device support (3 vs 1). On price and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SpamShield sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Fix it now or delete it asks for nothing beyond the download.

SpamShield holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.

Fix it now or delete it ships an update every 13 months, SpamShield every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Fix it now or delete it | SpamShield |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fix-it-now-or-delete-it/id1390222365/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spamshield-spam-text-blocker/id6752569741/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3** | 1 |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 13 months | **Every 4 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 40 MB | 6 MB |
| Requires iOS | **10.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Y&D Sundman AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/1141115587) | [Vinx Solutions](https://appshunter.io/developer/1839930329) |

## What reviewers say

### Fix it now or delete it

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fix-it-now-or-delete-it/id1390222365)

This app helps teams quickly decide whether to fix software bugs immediately or remove them. It guides users through a decision-making process to manage bugs effectively, with no option to defer.

**Highlights:** Bug decision making, Fix now or delete options, Team bug control, Guided bug resolution, No 'save for later'

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### SpamShield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spamshield-spam-text-blocker/id6752569741)

Block over 99% of spam and unwanted text messages automatically. This app offers customizable filters, block and allow lists, and privacy-focused features to ensure you only see important messages.

**Highlights:** Blocks over 99% of spam texts, Customizable block and allow lists, Keyword and phone number filtering, Privacy-first design with local data storage, 24/7 background protection

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| MessageShield Pro | $14.99 | per month |
| MessageShield Pro | $39.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fix it now or delete it free?

Fix it now or delete it is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SpamShield free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Fix it now or delete it or SpamShield?

SpamShield is rated higher. Fix it now or delete it averages 3.7 out of 5 from 3 ratings, while SpamShield averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Fix it now or delete it or SpamShield have ads?

Neither Fix it now or delete it nor SpamShield shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Fix it now or delete it or SpamShield?

Fix it now or delete it ships an update every 13 months, and SpamShield every 4 weeks. Most recently, Fix it now or delete it was updated on October 26, 2026 and SpamShield on October 20, 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.*