# Blank Spaces Launcher vs Tapd

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Tapd at 96% against Blank Spaces Launcher's 27%. Tapd also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 10) and rating (4.9 vs 4.6). Blank Spaces Launcher's advantage is ratings volume (8.6K vs 42) and chart position (#110 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Blank Spaces Launcher sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Tapd asks for nothing beyond the download.

Tapd holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blank Spaces Launcher has 8.6K ratings behind it against 42, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 27% of Blank Spaces Launcher's written reviews are positive against 96% of Tapd's.

Blank Spaces Launcher ships an update fortnightly, Tapd every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Blank Spaces Launcher | Tapd |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (8.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-spaces-launcher/id1570856853/reviews) | **[4.9 (42 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapd-screen-time-control/id6748239381/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **8.6K** | 42 |
| Positive reviews | 26.7% of reviews | **95.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 3 weeks |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free** |
| Best chart rank | **#110** | — |
| Size | 164 MB | 53 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **16.6** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ecstasis LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543620595) | [TapTek LLC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1824753763) |

## What reviewers say

### Blank Spaces Launcher

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-spaces-launcher/id1570856853)

**Currently charting:** #110 Top Grossing · Productivity, #121 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

Transform your smartphone into a focused tool with a minimalist interface. This app replaces cluttered home screens with a simple list of essential apps, helping you reduce distractions and reclaim your attention. It offers features to lock distracting apps and build lasting focus habits.

**Highlights:** Simplified text-based app list, Distraction blocking before app launch, Scheduled app locking, Focus-building unlock methods, Customizable themes and appearance, Habit tracking for focus streaks

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Plan | $7.99 | per month |
| 12 Months | $17.99 | per year |
| Special Offer (1 Year) | $18.99 | per year |
| Yearly Plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $23.99 | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Reduced screen time and digital distractions
- 👍 Minimalist and clean home screen design
- 🔒 Helps with digital detox and focus
- 💡 Useful for college students and those with ADHD
- 👍 Customizable widgets and backgrounds

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy performance and glitches
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🤔 Confusing setup process
- 🔍 Limited app support and integration
- 🕰️ Slow app opening times

**Reported bugs**

- Widgets not showing up or disappearing
- Inconsistent behavior when adding/removing apps
- Shortcuts not working as expected
- Wallpaper customization issues
- App crashing or freezing during setup

**Requested features**

- Add more supported apps, including default iOS apps
- Allow custom shortcuts without going through Shortcuts app
- Improve widget customization options
- Provide a free or one-time purchase version
- Add ability to rename app labels in widgets


### Tapd

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/tapd-screen-time-control/id6748239381)

This app helps you focus by blocking distracting applications with a simple NFC tag tap. It also allows you to form focus groups with friends for shared accountability and friendly competition, tracking your progress over time.

**Highlights:** NFC tag integration for focus sessions, Customizable app blocking presets, Group focus sessions with friends, Real-time 'Together Meter' for accountability, Leaderboards for competitive focus, Session analytics and streak tracking

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Blank Spaces Launcher free?

Blank Spaces Launcher is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Tapd free?

Tapd is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Blank Spaces Launcher or Tapd?

Tapd is rated higher. Blank Spaces Launcher averages 4.6 out of 5 from 8.6K ratings, while Tapd averages 4.9 from 42 ratings.

### Do Blank Spaces Launcher or Tapd have ads?

Neither Blank Spaces Launcher nor Tapd shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Blank Spaces Launcher or Tapd?

Blank Spaces Launcher ships an update fortnightly, and Tapd every 3 weeks. Most recently, Blank Spaces Launcher was updated on November 4, 2026 and Tapd on October 30, 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.*