BlockApps vs ShieldFlow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BlockApps
This app helps you avoid digital distractions by blocking selected applications and their notifications for set periods. Create custom modes for different times and locations to maintain focus without needing an internet connection or VPN.
- Block selected apps
- Disable notifications
- Create custom blocking modes
- Schedule blocking by time and day
- No VPN or internet required
- Free to use
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Do you scroll all day? BlockApps will help you to avoid distractions. On your phone, you can disable apps with just a few touches. Apps that have been blocked cannot be opened, and their notifications will no longer annoy you. 【 EXACT SOLUTION 】 The simplest method of app blocking. Your pre-selected apps are blocked as soon as you start the Restriction Mode! For a time period you determine. 【 PROGRAM YOUR MODES】 You can define days or hours when blocking is active using Modes. Would you like to block social media at work? Don't want work apps to disturb you at home. No issue. Create your Mode, select the apps you want to block and set the time frame. That is it! Do you know the amazing part? NO NEED FOR VPN or Internet Connection! Try it! Thanks to Modes, it's really convenient to never have to worry about blocking applications again. 【 FREE TO USE 】 BlockApps is free to use for as long as you like. After purchasing the Premium edition, you can access specific modifications and advanced features. Email: hello@sipylus.ai Web: https://sipylus.ai/boosty Terms of Use: https://sipylus.ai/boosty/terms Apple Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ *Privacy Policy** : https://sipylus.ai/boosty/privacy Don't worry, we do not collect or share any of your data. We do care only helping you, NOT who you are!
ShieldFlow
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Take back your focus. ShieldFlow blocks distracting apps using Apple's own Screen Time technology — so you can do your best work, build real habits, and reclaim your day. WHY SHIELDFLOW Phone addiction is real. The average person picks up their phone 96 times a day. ShieldFlow puts you back in control — without guilt, without complexity. FEATURES INSTANT APP BLOCKING Block any app in one tap. Selected apps show a shield screen instead of opening. Works with Apple's FamilyControls — the same technology Apple uses for Screen Time. FOCUS LOCK Pick a duration before you start and ShieldFlow makes it impossible to quit early. 25 minutes free. Unlock longer sessions with Pro. POMODORO MODE Built-in Pomodoro timer automatically blocks apps during work intervals and lifts them during breaks. No setup required. AUTOMATIC SCHEDULES Set recurring focus windows for work hours, study time, or bedtime. ShieldFlow blocks automatically — no manual tapping required. STREAKS & DAILY STATS Track your focus minutes, build streaks, and watch your progress with a beautiful weekly chart. Habits stick when you can see them. DAILY GOALS Set a daily focus goal from 30 minutes to 8 hours. Watch your progress bar fill up throughout the day. 100% PRIVATE ShieldFlow never sees which apps you block. Zero data leaves your device. No account required. No tracking. No ads. HOW IT WORKS 1. Enable Screen Time access (takes 5 seconds) 2. Choose which apps distract you most 3. Tap Start Focus — those apps are gone 4. End the session and see your stats grow FREE VS PRO Free includes: block up to 3 individual apps, Focus Lock up to 25 minutes, 1 automatic schedule, daily stats, and streak tracking. ShieldFlow Pro unlocks: block entire app categories (social, games, news — one tap blocks them all), unlimited individual app blocking, extended Focus Lock (50m, 90m, and custom), unlimited schedules, monthly insights, and priority support. Try Pro free for 7 days — no charge until the trial ends. Cancel anytime in iOS Settings. PRIVACY Your data never leaves your iPhone. ShieldFlow uses Apple's FamilyControls framework and never has access to which apps you block. No account needed. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
BlockApps and ShieldFlow are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters — price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.
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. BlockApps sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and ShieldFlow sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
| Parameter | BlockApps | ShieldFlow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (42 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 42 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 21 MB | 5 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Ali Can Batur | Angela Freeman |
In-app purchases
BlockApps
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$4.997 Days
- Premium for lifetime$40.99
ShieldFlow
- ShieldFlow Pro$6.991 Month
- ShieldFlow Pro7 Days trial$49.991 Year









