# iSilo vs Blank Spaces Launcher

The clearest difference is price: Blank Spaces Launcher at Free against iSilo's $9.99. Blank Spaces Launcher also leads on rating (4.6 vs 3.8) and ratings volume (8.6K vs 50). iSilo's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 16) and review sentiment (51% vs 27%). On update cadence, ads, chart position and device support there is nothing between them.

Blank Spaces Launcher is free to download; iSilo costs $9.99 up front. Blank Spaces Launcher sells 15 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. iSilo asks for nothing beyond the download.

Blank Spaces Launcher holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blank Spaces Launcher has 8.6K ratings behind it against 50, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 51% of iSilo's written reviews are positive against 27% of Blank Spaces Launcher's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iSilo ships an update every 3 weeks, Blank Spaces Launcher every 2 weeks. Both last shipped on October 27, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iSilo | Blank Spaces Launcher |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $9.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [3.8 (50 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isilo/id284979163/reviews) | **[4.6 (8.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blank-spaces-launcher/id1570856853/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 50 | **8.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **50.6% of reviews** | 27.2% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Best chart rank | #187 | **#106** |
| Size | 13 MB | 164 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [DC & Co.](https://appshunter.io/developer/284947607) | [Ecstasis LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1543620595) |

## What reviewers say

### iSilo

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/isilo/id284979163)

**Currently charting:** #187 Top Paid · Productivity (US App Store)

Read various document formats including iSilo, Palm Doc, and plain text. Access a vast library of content, organize your files, and customize viewing options for a personalized reading experience. Transfer documents easily via USB, Wi-Fi, or web download.

**Highlights:** Supports iSilo, Palm Doc, and plain text formats, Extensive document library and creation tools, Organize documents with categories and favorites, Customizable viewing options (font, colors, themes), Autoscroll, full-screen, and orientation support, Text search, copy, and annotation, Multiple document transfer methods (USB, Wi-Fi, Web)

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💻 Works well with Christian books
- 📚 Excellent for reading documents with embedded hyperlinks
- ⚡ Fast and smooth on many devices
- 🙌 Hands down a life-saving app
- 🏆 Basic but wonderful functionality

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes upon opening
- 🐛 Unable to download new material since 2017
- 🐛 Crashes when trying to open code-protected file
- 🐛 Scrolling issues and performance problems
- 🤖 Outdated and abandoned by developers

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to open certain file formats
- Displaying issues with Palm format (PDB) files
- Inability to download files from Dropbox
- Text going off-screen after recent updates
- Bookmarks and annotations not syncing across devices

**Requested features**

- Add dark mode feature
- Improve text highlighting and annotation capabilities
- Implement cloud sync and cross-device support
- Modernize the user interface
- Add support for iOS Files app


### Blank Spaces Launcher

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

**Currently charting:** #106 Top Grossing · Productivity, #119 Top Free · Productivity (US App Store)

This app transforms your smartphone into a minimalist tool by decluttering your home screen. It removes distracting badges and icons, allowing you to focus on essential apps and regain control of your attention. Designed for simplicity and privacy, it helps you use your phone intentionally.

**Highlights:** Simplified home screen widget, Mutes badges and app icons, Focus on essential apps, Intuitive and easy to use, Privacy-focused design, 7-day free trial

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

**In-app purchases (15)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 Week | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $3.99 | per month |
| 1 Month | $4.99 | 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 |
| Yearly Plan | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Subscription (Reward) | Free | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $11.99 | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $23.99 | one-time |
| Blank Lifetime Subscription | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $29.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Plan | $39.99 | 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iSilo free?

iSilo costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Blank Spaces Launcher free?

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

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

Blank Spaces Launcher is rated higher. iSilo averages 3.8 out of 5 from 50 ratings, while Blank Spaces Launcher averages 4.6 from 8.6K ratings.

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

Neither iSilo nor Blank Spaces Launcher shows ads.

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

iSilo ships an update every 3 weeks, and Blank Spaces Launcher every 2 weeks. Most recently, iSilo was updated on October 27, 2026 and Blank Spaces Launcher on October 27, 2026.

### Which is more popular, iSilo or Blank Spaces Launcher?

iSilo currently peaks at #187 in the App Store charts, and Blank Spaces Launcher at #106. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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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.*