# TimeBuddy vs KeyBlock

The clearest difference is rating: KeyBlock at 5.0 against TimeBuddy's 4.0. KeyBlock also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 4). TimeBuddy's advantage is ratings volume (5 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. TimeBuddy sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. KeyBlock asks for nothing beyond the download.

KeyBlock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TimeBuddy has 5 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and September 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TimeBuddy | KeyBlock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.0 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timebuddy-focus-timer/id1579724888/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyblock/id6768969376/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **5** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 6 weeks | Every 6 weeks |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 13 MB | 26 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad** | iPhone |
| Age rating | +4 | 4+ |
| Developer | [MasterMind Software LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/674597403) | [KeyBlock Tech, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896619649) |

## What reviewers say

### TimeBuddy

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/timebuddy-focus-timer/id1579724888)

This app helps you focus on tasks with a customizable multi-step timer. Break down goals into mini-goals and receive spoken alerts and reminders across devices. Track progress and share achievements with shareable graphics.

**Highlights:** Reusable multi-step timer sessions, Simultaneous session support, Cross-device reminders, Spoken timer alerts, Home screen widgets, Focus session history, Customizable graphic templates

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $4.99 | per month |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $19.99 | per year |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $29.99 | per year |
| TimeBuddy Plus | $49.99 | one-time |


### KeyBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/keyblock/id6768969376)

This app uses NFC stickers to physically block distracting applications on your phone, helping you regain focus without relying on willpower. Simply tap your phone to a sticker to activate blocking modes like Deep Work or Sleep, and tap again to resume access.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps with NFC tap, Four built-in focus modes, Dumb Phone mode for essentials, Activity dashboard for progress tracking, Discover page with focus tools

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TimeBuddy free?

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

### Is KeyBlock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TimeBuddy or KeyBlock?

KeyBlock is rated higher. TimeBuddy averages 4.0 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while KeyBlock averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do TimeBuddy or KeyBlock have ads?

Neither TimeBuddy nor KeyBlock shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, TimeBuddy or KeyBlock?

TimeBuddy ships an update every 6 weeks, and KeyBlock every 6 weeks. Most recently, TimeBuddy was updated on October 15, 2026 and KeyBlock on September 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.*