# AITextGuard vs Blockr

The clearest difference is rating: AITextGuard at 5.0 against Blockr's 4.2. AITextGuard also leads on ads (none vs shown). Blockr's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, in-app purchases, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AITextGuard sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Blockr sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

AITextGuard holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Blockr has 367 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

AITextGuard ships an update every 3 months, Blockr every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AITextGuard | Blockr |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aitextguard/id6448653016/reviews)** | [4.2 (367 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockr-sms-spam-text-blocker/id6502702219/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | **367** |
| Positive reviews | — | 47.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Subscription | **Free with in-app purchases** |
| Size | 6 MB | 131 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | 16.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [ShihHsuan Huang](https://appshunter.io/developer/1671920762) | [The App Shop, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1746511328) |

## What reviewers say

### AITextGuard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aitextguard/id6448653016)

This AI-powered tool blocks unwanted SMS messages using advanced GPT-4 technology. It automatically sorts messages into folders, supports all languages, and integrates seamlessly with your existing messaging app for a cleaner inbox.

**Highlights:** GPT-4 AI message filtering, Automatic message sorting, Multi-language support, Seamless Messages app integration, Spam detection

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Text Protection | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly Text Protection | $29.99 | per year |


### Blockr

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/blockr-sms-spam-text-blocker/id6502702219)

This AI-powered app automatically blocks unwanted texts and calls, including scams, robocalls, and telemarketers. It offers customizable protection with real-time updates to a scam database, ensuring a clean inbox and call log.

**Highlights:** AI-powered spam text blocking, Real-time spam call blocking, Customizable blocking preferences, Continuously updated scam database, Anti-smishing defense, Block political and promotional spam

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Blockr Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Blockr Monthly | $4.99 | per month |
| Blockr Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Blockr Monthly | $6.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $39.99 | per year |
| Limited Time Offer (Yearly) | $39.99 | per year |
| Blockr Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Blockr Yearly | $49.99 | per year |
| Blockr Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Blockr Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Individual | $39.99 | one-time |
| Blockr Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Blocks spam texts effectively
- 👍 Easy to set up and use
- 🔒 Helps maintain privacy
- 😊 Provides relief from constant spam

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Inconsistent performance, some spam still gets through
- 🤔 Overly aggressive blocking, leading to important messages being blocked
- 💤 Lack of customer support responsiveness
- 💰 Subscription-based model with hidden costs

**Reported bugs**

- App stops working after updates
- Blocking not working as expected for certain types of spam
- Issues with syncing blocked content across devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to whitelist specific senders or numbers
- Option to automatically reply 'STOP' to spam messages
- Integration with desktop/laptop for a more comprehensive solution
- Improved analytics and reporting on blocked messages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AITextGuard free?

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

### Is Blockr free?

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

### Which has better reviews, AITextGuard or Blockr?

AITextGuard is rated higher. AITextGuard averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Blockr averages 4.2 from 367 ratings.

### Do AITextGuard or Blockr have ads?

Blockr shows ads; AITextGuard does not.

### Which is updated more often, AITextGuard or Blockr?

AITextGuard ships an update every 3 months, and Blockr every 2 weeks. Most recently, AITextGuard was updated on October 24, 2026 and Blockr on October 30, 2026.

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