# AppBlock vs Block All Widgets

The clearest difference is rating: AppBlock at 4.6 against Block All Widgets's 1.0. AppBlock also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (6.9K vs 1). Block All Widgets's advantage is ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AppBlock sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and Block All Widgets sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AppBlock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AppBlock has 6.9K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

AppBlock ships an update weekly, Block All Widgets every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 20, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AppBlock | Block All Widgets |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (6.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appblock-block-apps-websites/id1515753232/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-all-widgets/id1592907722/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **6.9K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 54.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Weekly** | Every 8 days |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | **#175** | — |
| Size | 195 MB | 1 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.0** | 18.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [MobileSoft s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/998289700) | [Lucas Exequiel Di Tomase](https://appshunter.io/developer/1456307400) |

## What reviewers say

### AppBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appblock-block-apps-websites/id1515753232)

**Currently charting:** #175 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers customizable schedules and strict modes to reduce screen time, improve focus, and support healthier digital habits.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps, Block time-wasting websites, Control screen time, Customizable blocking schedules, Strict mode to prevent bypassing restrictions, Detailed statistics on screen time usage, Focus sessions for work and study

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| AppBlock Premium | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Premium Lifetime | $89.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Effective at blocking apps
- 🚀 Helps reduce screen time and improve productivity
- 💡 Strict mode prevents bypassing of restrictions
- 🔒 Difficult to uninstall the app
- 🎉 Game-changer for managing phone addiction

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Blocking not always consistent or reliable
- 🔓 Easy to bypass restrictions by disabling Screen Time permissions
- 💰 Premium version required for full functionality
- 🤔 Confusing or limited free version
- 🔋 High battery consumption

**Reported bugs**

- Scheduled blocks not always activating properly
- App crashing or becoming unresponsive
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between modes

**Requested features**

- Add ability to block Safari and other browsers
- Implement syncing across devices
- Provide more granular control over blocking schedules
- Show remaining time for app limits
- Make strict mode truly unbreakable


### Block All Widgets

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/block-all-widgets/id1592907722)

This app allows users to block unwanted content like ads, popups, cookie notices, trackers, comments, and notifications. It offers custom rule creation for more comprehensive blocking. A subscription is required to access its features.

**Highlights:** Block ads and popups, Block cookie notices, Block trackers, Block comments, Block notifications, Create custom blocking rules

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock app access | $1.99 | per month |
| 1 Month Subscription Plan | $1.99 | per month |
| Custom Rules | $4.99 | per month |
| 6 Months Subscription Plan | $9.99 | per 6 months |
| 1 Year Subscription Plan | $9.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AppBlock free?

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

### Is Block All Widgets free?

Block All Widgets is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AppBlock or Block All Widgets?

AppBlock is rated higher. AppBlock averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.9K ratings, while Block All Widgets averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do AppBlock or Block All Widgets have ads?

AppBlock shows ads; Block All Widgets does not.

### Which is updated more often, AppBlock or Block All Widgets?

AppBlock ships an update weekly, and Block All Widgets every 8 days. Most recently, AppBlock was updated on October 20, 2026 and Block All Widgets on October 12, 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.*