AppBlock vs MindSafe
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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
MindSafe
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Some ideas arrive before you know what to do with them. MindSafe gives those first thoughts a quiet place to stay. Capture a sentence, a creative spark or something you want to explore later. Keep it in your own words, find it again, and return to it when the time feels right. CAPTURE WITHOUT PRESSURE Write freely and save when you’re ready. Recoverable drafts help you pick up after an interruption. Optional on-device dictation is available on supported devices and languages, so you can review your words before saving. FIND YOUR WORDS Search your saved ideas and keyword tags. Sort your vault, mark ideas to keep for later, and edit a thought as it develops. RETURN WHEN YOU CHOOSE Rediscover one saved idea at a time, or open an optional weekly selection of older ideas. There are no streaks, scheduled notifications or deadlines to keep up with. TAKE YOUR IDEAS WITH YOU Export your saved ideas as JSON, Markdown or PDF through the system share sheet. MAKE IT COMFORTABLE Choose a light or dark appearance, use your preferred text size, and optionally protect access with your device’s authentication. YOUR WORDS STAY YOURS MindSafe does not automatically rewrite your ideas or use AI to interpret them. Keyword tags help you organise and connect saved thoughts. Ideas and drafts are stored on your device. MindSafe has no account, analytics or built-in cloud sync. Device backups may include app data, and exported files create separate copies. Deleting content in MindSafe does not remove earlier exports or backups. MindSafe is a personal idea vault for capturing, keeping and revisiting thoughts at your own pace.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MindSafe at none against AppBlock's 10. MindSafe also leads on ads (none vs shown). AppBlock's advantage is update cadence (every 6 days vs every 5 months). On price, 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
Both are free to download. AppBlock sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. MindSafe asks for nothing beyond the download.
AppBlock ships an update every 6 days, MindSafe every 5 months. Both last shipped on November 9, 2026.
| Parameter | AppBlock | MindSafe |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (7K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 55.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 7K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 6 days — better | Every 5 months |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 197 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | MobileSoft s.r.o. | Novasoft Technologies Pty Ltd |
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
MindSafe
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
AppBlock
- Premium Monthly$4.991 Month
- Premium Monthly$14.991 Month
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
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- Premium Yearly1 Year trial3 variants$29.991 Year
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial2 variants$44.991 Year
- Premium Yearly1 Year trial$44.991 Year
- Premium Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
MindSafe
No in-app purchases









