Comparison

BlockSite vs Refocus

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

Head to head
About

BlockSite

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
Read full description

Take control of your time with BlockSite - the ultimate app blocker and site blocker! Stay focused, avoid procrastination and improve your productivity with one of the highest-rated focus apps. Block websites and block apps today, completely free. Blocking distractions to stay focused has never been easier with BlockSite. Simply block websites and apps that take your attention and focus away from what’s important. BlockSite works with all major browsers like Safari, Google Chrome, and Firefox. Block Apps and Block Websites Now! Feature Favorites: - Website Blocker - App Blocking - Block List - Schedule Mode - Usage Limit Premium Features: * Block by Keyword * Unlimited Category Blocking * Password Protection Features Built To Help You Stay Focused and in Control Website Blocker Add as many websites as you want to your block list for the ultimate distraction free time. Block them all today! Password Protection (Premium) Keep yourself focused and on task with our premium password protection feature. Protect the settings and blocked pages you create with a password so you aren’t tempted to break your focus. Category Blocking (Premium) Stay focused by blocking thousands of websites and apps with a single tap. Group distractions into categories such as Social Media, Shopping, Entertainment, and other distracting or inappropriate content categories to reclaim your productivity. Block by Keyword (Premium) Block websites with specific keywords. For example, if you block the keyword ‘social’, you won’t be able to access any websites with a URL that contains the word ‘social’ - like social media platforms for example. Schedule Mode Create daily schedules and daily routines for when you need to stay focused with Schedule Mode. Set exact days and times for when you can access certain websites and apps and when you want to block sites and apps. Block List Block sites and apps with your Block List. Once you add distracting sites and apps to your block list, BlockSite will ensure that you don’t visit them while they’re activated. App Blocker For the ultimate self control and ability to stay focused, try our app blocker feature. Block any app you want for however long you want. LET’S STAY IN TOUCH! support@blocksite.co BlockSite helps to free you from distractions and stay focused for longer by using inner VPN services to block them from opening on Safari, Chrome, or Firefox. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy: https://blocksite.co/privacy/ Our terms of use are available here: https://blocksite.co/terms

About

Refocus

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps and websites. It offers various methods to limit screen time, set schedules, and track your usage, promoting better focus and productivity.

Highlights
  • Block any app or website
  • Strict Mode with multiple unblocking challenges
  • Set app timers and time limits
  • Schedule blocking for specific times
  • Location-based blocking
  • Screen time analytics
  • macOS app available
Features
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Refocus is an app blocker & website blocker that helps you limit screen time on apps! Refocus is easy to use, yet has powerful screen time control features: ▶ Various ways to restrict or lock apps and block websites. Choose what helps you focus! Block any app or site — from social media and games to messaging and news. ▶ "Strict Mode" feature prevents you from unblocking. Set a passcode, or use an NFC tag, or wait a duration (ex. 30 seconds), or do a copy text challenge, or utilize Pomodoro (limit unblocking to 5 times per day, for 25 minutes each, with a 5-minute cooldown between each unblock). ▶ Block for a specific duration (ex. app timer for 30 minutes). ▶ Block at specific times (ex. every weekday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM). ▶ Set app limits (ex. after 10 minutes of using Instagram, block it). Set an app time limit! ▶ Hide Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts in Safari. ▶ Block at the location you pick — whether it be home, work or school. ▶ View your daily, weekly and monthly Screen Time analytics. Use Refocus as a screen time tracker! ▶ Mac app that also lets you block apps and websites on macOS. ▶ And more! --- Visit www.refocusapp.co for more information. Terms of Use: - https://refocusapp.co/terms-of-use

Screenshots

BlockSite4 screens
Refocus4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Refocus at 4.8 against BlockSite's 4.2. Refocus also leads on review sentiment (93% vs 62%). BlockSite's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases 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. BlockSite sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Refocus sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Refocus holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6.3K and 12K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 62% of BlockSite's written reviews are positive against 93% of Refocus's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BlockSite ships an update fortnightly, Refocus weekly. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BlockSite versus Refocus: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlockSiteRefocus
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (6.3K ratings)4.8 (12K ratings) — better
Positive reviews61.5% of reviews93.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.3K12K — better
Update frequencyFortnightlyWeekly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.616.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size101 MB51 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBlockSite LPLabi, LLC

Customer experience

BlockSite

All ratings6,224 ratings
Positive80.3%
Neutral4.7%
Negative15.0%
Written reviews850 reviews
Positive61.5%
Neutral8.7%
Negative29.8%

Refocus

All ratings11,757 ratings
Positive95.1%
Neutral1.9%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews2,246 reviews
Positive93.0%
Neutral2.9%
Negative4.1%

User reviews

BlockSite

From 6.3K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Effective at blocking distractions
  • 👍 Helps with focus and productivity
  • 🔒 Blocks adult content
  • 👍 Simple and easy to use

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Password protection doesn't work as expected
  • 🔋 Drains battery and data
  • 🐛 Causes issues with other apps/websites
  • 💰 Expensive subscription

Refocus

From 12K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 🚀 Effective at blocking distractions
  • 💡 Customizable blocking schedules
  • 🔒 Prevents mindless scrolling
  • 🚀 Improved productivity and focus

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
  • 🔓 Too easy to bypass the blocking
  • 💰 Some features require paid subscription
  • 🔓 Ability to delete app and remove restrictions

Bugs and requests

BlockSite

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inconsistent blocking behavior
  • Blocks unintended sites
  • Causes internet connectivity issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • More customization options
  • Ability to lock down app and prevent unblocking
  • Scheduled blocking and time limits
  • Keyword blocking

Refocus

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Blocking issues after phone restart
  • Inconsistent behavior when pausing/unpausing sessions
  • Crashing when trying to block apps in certain categories

Requested features

5 requests
  • Passcode or biometric lock to prevent bypassing
  • More advanced blocking options (e.g., math problems to unblock)
  • Ability to purchase a one-time license instead of subscription
  • Notification warnings before blocking sessions end
  • Search function to find apps to block more easily

In-app purchases

9 purchases

BlockSite

Subscriptions9
  • Monthly Subscription$3.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$9.991 Month
  • Monthly Subscription$10.991 Month
Show 6 more
  • Monthly Subscription$14.991 Month
  • BlockSite Premium$19.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription$23.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription2 variants$38.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$38.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription$47.901 Year
7 purchases

Refocus

Subscriptions7
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial2 variants$7.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial$8.991 Month
  • Refocus Pro3 Days trial$9.991 Month
Show 4 more
  • Refocus Pro$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro1 Month trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro7 Days trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Refocus Pro7 Days trial$59.991 Year

Questions

Is BlockSite free?
BlockSite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Refocus free?
Refocus is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BlockSite or Refocus?
Refocus is rated higher. BlockSite averages 4.2 out of 5 from 6.3K ratings, while Refocus averages 4.8 from 12K ratings.
Do BlockSite or Refocus have ads?
Refocus shows ads; BlockSite does not.
Which is updated more often, BlockSite or Refocus?
BlockSite ships an update fortnightly, and Refocus weekly. Most recently, BlockSite was updated on November 4, 2026 and Refocus on November 4, 2026.

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