Comparison

Blocker App vs Screen Time Control

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Blocker App

Take control of your screen time and boost productivity by blocking distracting websites, keywords, and apps. Set schedules and use password protection to break bad habits and stay focused.

Highlights
  • Block distracting keywords, sites, and apps
  • Block by category (social media, news, etc.)
  • Password protection for blocked content
  • Scheduling for daily routines and focus times
  • Utilizes Apple's Screen Time API
  • Private and safe, data stays on device
Features
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3.7 hours. That’s the average time you’ll spend looking at your phone today. Take control of your time with Blocker App! Stay focused, say goodbye to procrastination and digital distractions and say hello to increased concentration and improved time control. Block distracting websites and apps and break your bad habits today. With BlockerApp, the concept is simple. Select the websites, keywords, and categories you want to block on browsers to limit your screen time, improve productivity and maintain your focus. By adding a URL, Blocker App can also block any associated apps. ***KEY BENEFITS:*** - Unplug with family and friends - Set daily working hours, sleep, and routines - Better screen time management - Improve productivity at work - Reduce stress, be more mindful - You're happy and in control of your screen time - Stay in focus when you need it most In just a few clicks, you'll be free from distractions, addictions, and other digital traps and become more in control of your time, focused, and productive. ***MAIN FEATURES:*** - Block distracting keywords, sites, and apps. Manually add keywords, URLs of apps and websites you wish to block - Block by category: A few examples of categories include social media, adult content, news, gambling, and sports. You can decide whether you want to block whole categories or just certain websites and apps within a category. - Password Protection: Avoid procrastination and temptations by blocking access to a website or app with a pre-determined password - Scheduling: Create a daily schedule and routine when you need to stay on track with our ‘Scheduling’ feature, which enables you to set specific days and times when you can access certain sites and apps. ***PRIVATE & SAFE:*** We use Apple's Screen Time API in order to monitor and block apps you use. Installation is easy and takes a few seconds on your iPhone. BlockerApp works entirely on your phone and personal browsing data never leaves your device. Terms of use: https://sites.google.com/view/tmscallblocker/term Privacy policy: https://sites.google.com/view/tmscallblocker/privacy

About

Screen Time Control

Regain control of your productivity by restricting access to distracting apps. Set daily limits, schedules, and receive reminders to stay focused and reduce impulse usage. Improve your attention and build healthier mobile habits.

Highlights
  • Restrict access to selected apps
  • Block apps during focus sessions
  • Set daily app time limits
  • Schedule app blocking times
  • Receive time limit reminders
  • Reduce distractions and multitasking
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Features • Select the apps you want to restrict access to and regain control of your productivity. • Block apps while focused, and you can always take a break to temporarily unblock them. • Set app limits, block when a daily limits is reached (ex. 30 minutes). • Get timely reminder notifications when reach a time limits. • Set schedules for when to block apps (ex. every weekday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM). • Helps you control impulse clicks, reduce social media opens. • Work better by reducing distractions and multitasking. • Be more mindful of how you invest your time and attention. • Reduce the use of mobile phone and maintain good health habits. • Get a better night's sleep without getting lost in the scroll. Most of the app's content is free. Some selected features require the purchase of a full version in the app. These prices are in U.S. dollars (USD) and pricing may vary in other currencies and countries. Actual fees may be converted to your local currency, depending on your country of residence. Tips App Lock use Apple's Screen Time API in order to block apps. App Lock can't access and will never see your private data (apps used, what you've viewed, etc). Works entirely on your phone and personal browsing data never leaves your device.

Screenshots

Blocker App4 screens
Screen Time Control4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Screen Time Control at monthly against Blocker App's every 2 months. On price, review sentiment, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Blocker App sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Screen Time Control sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blocker App ships an update every 2 months, Screen Time Control monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Blocker App versus Screen Time Control: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlocker AppScreen Time Control
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (7 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews33.3% of reviews33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings7 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size32 MB9 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperTOMOSIA VIET NAM COMPANY LIMITEDDeebex Tech Ltd.

Customer experience

Blocker App

All ratings7 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Screen Time Control

Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

Blocker App

Subscriptions2
  • Weekly Subscription$2.997 Days
  • Yearly Subscription$24.991 Year
1 purchases

Screen Time Control

One-time1
  • Upgrade to Pro$19.99

Questions

Is Blocker App free?
Blocker App is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Screen Time Control free?
Screen Time Control is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Blocker App or Screen Time Control have ads?
Neither Blocker App nor Screen Time Control shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Blocker App or Screen Time Control?
Blocker App ships an update every 2 months, and Screen Time Control monthly. Most recently, Blocker App was updated on October 12, 2026 and Screen Time Control on October 14, 2026.

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