# Replicate Pro + Live Streaming vs AppBlock

The clearest difference is price: AppBlock at Free against Replicate Pro + Live Streaming's $4.99. AppBlock also leads on rating (4.6 vs 4.0) and update cadence (every 6 days vs every 3 months). Replicate Pro + Live Streaming's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (67% vs 55%). On in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

AppBlock is free to download; Replicate Pro + Live Streaming costs $4.99 up front. Replicate Pro + Live Streaming sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month and AppBlock sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AppBlock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: AppBlock has 7K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 67% of Replicate Pro + Live Streaming's written reviews are positive against 55% of AppBlock's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Replicate Pro + Live Streaming ships an update every 3 months, AppBlock every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on November 1, 2026 and November 15, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Replicate Pro + Live Streaming | AppBlock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | $4.99 | **Free** |
| Rating | [4.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/replicate-pro-plus-live-streaming/id356815024/reviews) | **[4.6 (7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appblock-block-apps-websites/id1515753232/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **7K** |
| Positive reviews | **66.7% of reviews** | 55.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#182** |
| Size | 172 MB | 197 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Ndili Technologies, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/331426521) | [MobileSoft s.r.o.](https://appshunter.io/developer/998289700) |

## What reviewers say

### Replicate Pro + Live Streaming

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/replicate-pro-plus-live-streaming/id356815024)

This app allows you to share your device's screen with other devices or computers. It also enables remote control of certain functions and supports various document printing and faxing capabilities.

**Highlights:** Screen sharing and live streaming, Remote device control, Print various document types, Send faxes worldwide, Receive faxes with toll-free number, File transfer via web browser

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

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Toll-Free Number For Fax And Voicemail | $14.99 | per month |
| Toll-Free Number For Fax And Voicemail | $39.99 | per 3 months |
| Toll-Free Number For Fax And Voicemail | $79.99 | per 6 months |
| Toll-Free Number For Fax And Voicemail | $149.99 | per year |
| FaxPack 4 - with 4 Fax Units | $0.99 | one-time |
| Wedding Cover Sheet | $0.99 | one-time |
| FaxPack 21 - with 21 Fax Units (including 1 bonus) | $4.99 | one-time |
| FaxPack 44 - with 44 Fax Units (including 4 bonus) | $9.99 | one-time |
| 1-month lease for a USA Toll-Free Number | $14.99 | one-time |
| FaxPack 90 - with 90 Fax Units (including 10 bonus) | $19.99 | one-time |


### AppBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/appblock-block-apps-websites/id1515753232)

**Currently charting:** #182 Top Grossing · Productivity (US App Store)

This app helps you regain control of your digital life by blocking distracting applications and websites. It offers customizable schedules and strict modes to reduce screen time and boost productivity. Achieve better focus, improve sleep, and support mental well-being by managing your device usage.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Customizable blocking schedules, Screen time monitoring and limits, Strict mode to prevent bypassing, Detailed usage statistics, Focus sessions for work/study

**Features:** Safari Extension, Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Premium Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $29.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $44.99 | per year |
| Premium Yearly | $59.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 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

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 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

**Reported bugs**

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

**Requested features**

- 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


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Replicate Pro + Live Streaming free?

Replicate Pro + Live Streaming costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is AppBlock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Replicate Pro + Live Streaming or AppBlock?

AppBlock is rated higher. Replicate Pro + Live Streaming averages 4.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while AppBlock averages 4.6 from 7K ratings.

### Do Replicate Pro + Live Streaming or AppBlock have ads?

AppBlock shows ads; Replicate Pro + Live Streaming does not.

### Which is updated more often, Replicate Pro + Live Streaming or AppBlock?

Replicate Pro + Live Streaming ships an update every 3 months, and AppBlock every 6 days. Most recently, Replicate Pro + Live Streaming was updated on November 1, 2026 and AppBlock on November 15, 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.*