Comparison

AppBlock vs BeTimeful

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

Head to head
About

AppBlock

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting apps and websites. Reduce screen time, improve focus, and build healthier habits with customizable schedules and strict blocking modes. Achieve better sleep, mental health, and productivity.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Control screen time and monitor usage
  • Customizable blocking schedules
  • Strict mode to prevent bypassing restrictions
  • Detailed statistics on screen time usage
  • Focus sessions for uninterrupted work/study
Features
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► 15,000,000+ satisfied users ► 63% less screen time in the first week ► Save up to 3 hours every day AppBlock is the ultimate app blocker that helps you block apps, reduce screen time, and manage social media distractions so you can focus on what truly matters. Our app creates a positive impact on your digital wellbeing. Whether you need a productivity boost, want to unplug in your free time, or looking for a focused study environment, AppBlock gives you full control of your digital habits. ► CONTROL YOUR SCREEN TIME Cut down on wasted time and build a healthier relationship with your devices. Use custom templates to block the apps that distract you most during the day, stop doomscrolling on social media, and reduce your screen time. Our users reported 63% less screen time in just two weeks. Yes, it’s true! Try it yourself and thank us later. ► WHY APPBLOCK? – Block Apps: Cut access to social media, games, or anything that pulls you away from your goals. – Website Blocker: Restrict time-wasting websites or unwanted content. – Screen Time Control: Monitor and limit app usage to maintain a balanced life. – Customizable Blocking Schedules: Automatically block apps based on time, location, or Wi-Fi. – App Open Limits: Decide how long you can use certain apps to stay in control. – Strict Mode: Stay committed by preventing yourself from bypassing restrictions. – Allowlist: Keep essential apps available while blocking distractions. – Quick Block: Need instant focus? Tap once to block apps and websites right away. ► STAY PRODUCTIVE & FOCUSED AppBlock helps you manage your screen time and remove digital distractions so you can focus on what really matters. – Improve Sleep: Reduce late-night phone use for better rest. – Support Mental Health: Stay calm and mindful with fewer interruptions. – Boost Productivity: Block time-wasting apps and websites to stay on task. – Study Better: Encourage a distraction-free learning environment. – Unplug in Free Time: Enjoy hobbies, family, and friends without constant notifications. ► ADVANCED TOOLS & INSIGHTS – Detailed Statistics: Discover where your screen time goes and identify what distracts you most. – Focus Sessions: Automatically silence notifications and block apps during key work or study periods. – Time Management: Create daily structure for balanced digital use. – AppBlock for Desktop: Stay productive on PC or Mac with browser extensions that block distracting sites. – Get the extension: https://appblock.app/extensions ► #1 BLOCKER – SAFE BROWSING Create a secure and distraction-free experience by using AppBlock. With one tap, block apps, websites for safer and more mindful screen use. ► FREE TO USE – START TODAY AppBlock is free to download and packed with everything you need to build healthier digital habits and reclaim your time in just a few taps. Discover why our app blocker has over 15,000,000 success stories. ► PRIVACY FIRST Your privacy is our top priority. AppBlock uses Apple’s Screen Time API for secure content blocking. Your personal data stays private and is never shared. ► CONTACT & SUPPORT Email — support@appblock.app Website — www.appblock.app ► TERMS & PRIVACY Terms of Use — https://appblock.app/terms-of-use-app-store Privacy Policy — https://appblock.app/privacy-policy-app-store

About

BeTimeful

This app helps you stay focused by removing distracting elements from social media and YouTube, allowing you to use them intentionally. It offers smart time limits and integration with your calendar to manage your usage effectively.

Highlights
  • Removes distracting elements from social media
  • Smart time limits
  • Google Calendar integration
  • Auto Discipline Mode
  • Unlimited blocking
Features
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Let's face it, how many times have we gone to YouTube for something specific only to end up watching a video on beluga whales doing somersaults? How many times have we gone to Instagram just to message a friend to find ourselves scrolling 20 minutes deep into the news feed abyss? Too many times. BeTimeful is not another blocker app that blocks social media just to make you want to visit it more. Instead, it only takes the distracting elements of social media so you can still use social media & YouTube to your advantage! Technology is a tool for us to use. But if technology is using us, then who becomes the tool? - Jim Kwik At BeTimeful nation, technology becomes OUR tool, not vice versa. Join the mission & lets help each other one person at a time. After the 5 days free trial, you can subscribe to BeTimeful Annual (12 months) for $49 BeTimeful’s Pro membership which includes: 1. Unlimited blocking to distracting social media websites 2. Smart time limits 3. Google Calendar integration 4. Auto Discipline Mode 5. Daily Inspirational quotes You can always cancel your subscription by emailing us at: Daniyal@betimeful.com or from your account settings before it auto-renews. Payments are charged on your Apple ID account. Terms of Use: https://www.betimeful.com/eula https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy: https://www.betimeful.com/privacy

Screenshots

AppBlock4 screens
BeTimeful3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: AppBlock at free with in-app purchases against BeTimeful's subscription. AppBlock also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.1) and ratings volume (6.9K vs 115). BeTimeful's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (71% vs 55%). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement 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. AppBlock sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and BeTimeful sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AppBlock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AppBlock has 6.9K ratings behind it against 115, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 55% of AppBlock's written reviews are positive against 71% of BeTimeful's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

AppBlock ships an update every 6 days, BeTimeful fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 31, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
AppBlock versus BeTimeful: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAppBlockBeTimeful
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (6.9K ratings) — better4.1 (115 ratings)
Positive reviews54.8% of reviews70.7% of reviews — better
Number of ratings6.9K — better115
Update frequencyEvery 6 days — betterFortnightly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Mac
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size197 MB246 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMobileSoft s.r.o.Be Timeful Inc

Customer experience

AppBlock

All ratings6,914 ratings
Positive89.9%
Neutral2.6%
Negative7.5%
Written reviews951 reviews
Positive54.8%
Neutral11.4%
Negative33.9%

BeTimeful

All ratings87 ratings
Positive73.6%
Neutral8.0%
Negative18.4%
Written reviews263 reviews
Positive70.7%
Neutral4.6%
Negative24.7%

User reviews

AppBlock

From 6.9K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 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

Room to improve

  • 🐛 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

BeTimeful

From 115 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Helpful for reducing screen time
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🔒 Blocks apps effectively
  • 💡 Useful break timer feature
  • 👍 Responsive customer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Inconsistent app blocking
  • 🔒 Unclear subscription management
  • 💰 Expensive for some features
  • 🐛 Feedless Instagram not available
  • 🔒 Difficult to cancel subscription

Bugs and requests

AppBlock

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

5 requests
  • 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

BeTimeful

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App not working properly after breaks
  • White screen on app opening
  • Safari extension no longer working
  • Subscription issues and unauthorized charges

Requested features

4 requests
  • Feedless option for more apps
  • Scheduling to automatically hide apps
  • Free version with more functionality
  • Ability to modify feeds for free

In-app purchases

11 purchases

AppBlock

Subscriptions10
  • Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$11.991 Month
  • Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
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  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly1 Year trial5 variants$29.991 Year
  • AppBlock Premium14 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial2 variants$44.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly1 Year trial$44.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly1 Year trial$49.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Premium Lifetime$89.99
6 purchases

BeTimeful

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly BeTimeful Pro Access$5.991 Month
  • Monthly BeTimeful Pro$7.991 Month
  • Annual BeTimeful Pro$49.991 Year
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  • 12 Months BeTimeful Pro Access$59.991 Year
  • BeTimeful Pro (Annual)$69.991 Year
  • Annual BeTimeful Pro2 variants$89.991 Year

Questions

Is AppBlock free?
AppBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BeTimeful free?
BeTimeful is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, AppBlock or BeTimeful?
AppBlock is rated higher. AppBlock averages 4.6 out of 5 from 6.9K ratings, while BeTimeful averages 4.1 from 115 ratings.
Do AppBlock or BeTimeful have ads?
AppBlock shows ads; BeTimeful does not.
Which is updated more often, AppBlock or BeTimeful?
AppBlock ships an update every 6 days, and BeTimeful fortnightly. Most recently, AppBlock was updated on October 31, 2026 and BeTimeful on October 24, 2026.

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