Comparison

Stop vs CarBuddy.it

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

Head to head
About

Stop

This app acts as a defense against unwanted text messages. It allows users to create custom rules and block lists to filter incoming messages based on keywords and patterns, ensuring a clean inbox. Filters can be exported and imported for backup and sharing.

Highlights
  • Customizable SMS filtering rules
  • Predefined and custom block lists
  • Filter by text patterns and keywords
  • Export and import filters
  • Privacy-focused, no data collection
  • Organize and maintain a clean inbox
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Tired of sifting through endless spam messages? Introducing "Stop: SMS Filter App", your ultimate defense against SMS spam. Features: - Create your own rules to filter text messages - Use predefined phrases or create your own block list of phrases * Filter incoming text messages by text patterns and keywords. * The app shows the total number of added phrases * Remove the predefined list and create your own. * FAQ: A guide to enabling SMS filtering * Export Filters: Safeguard your preferences by exporting filters for backup. This feature also allows you to share your filter with others. * Import Filters: Easily integrate filter files from backups. With Stop, you can maintain a pristine inbox, focusing on the messages that truly matter. Say goodbye to unwanted promotional texts, phishing attempts, and other nuisances. Stop filters out messages that it considers to be spam, such as emails with unknown senders, This keeps you from having to waste time sorting through your inbox, and allows you to focus on the messages that you actually need to read. Easily set up filters, add keywords, and customize your preferences to suit your needs. All in all, Stop is the perfect solution for keeping your inbox organized and efficient. Privacy: The app does not collect, store, or transmit any personal information. All keywords and phrases you add are stored exclusively on your device. If you decide to reinstall the app, please note that you will need to add your phrases again.

About

CarBuddy.it

Features
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Scopri CarBuddy, l'app rivoluzionaria che trasforma la gestione/manutenzione del tuo veicolo in un'esperienza semplice senza stress o sbatti. Con CarBuddy, gestire la tua auto non è mai stato così facile! Collegati con una rete selezionata di centri assistenza qualificati per garantire servizi di manutenzione e riparazione affidabili e professionali. Cosa puoi fare con Carbuddy: - Ritiro e Consegna a Domicilio: Dimentica gli appuntamenti e visite in officina. Specifica l'indirizzo e l'orario che preferisci ed un addetto CarBuddy verrà a prendere il tuo veicolo. Una volta completati i lavori, il tuo veicolo sarà riconsegnato direttamente dove desideri. - Prenotazione Facile: Usa la nostra piattaforma intuitiva per prenotare rapidamente manutenzione, riparazioni, lavaggi e molto altro. Gestisci i tuoi appuntamenti senza perdere tempo al telefono o in attese inutili. - Preventivi in Tempo Reale: Con il nostro sistema di preventivi istantanei, conosci in anticipo il costo dei servizi scelti, permettendoti di gestire il tuo budget senza sorprese. - Tracciamento in Tempo Reale: Monitora dove si trova il tuo veicolo e lo stato degli interventi grazie al tracciamento in tempo reale disponibile sia sul nostro sito web che sull'app. CarBuddy è più di un semplice servizio di assistenza auto: è il tuo partner affidabile nel mondo automotive. Unisciti alla famiglia CarBuddy e goditi una gestione del veicolo sicura, trasparente e comoda. Tutto a portata di click!

Screenshots

Stop4 screens
CarBuddy.it4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CarBuddy.it at every 4 weeks against Stop's every 4 months. CarBuddy.it also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Stop ships an update every 4 months, CarBuddy.it every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
Stop versus CarBuddy.it: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterStopCarBuddy.it
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 4 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPod — better
Requires iOS17.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size1 MB78 MB
Age rating4+17+
Developerfares.netCARBUDDY SRL SEMPLIFICATA

In-app purchases

None

Stop

No in-app purchases

None

CarBuddy.it

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Stop free?
Stop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is CarBuddy.it free?
CarBuddy.it is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Stop or CarBuddy.it have ads?
Neither Stop nor CarBuddy.it shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Stop or CarBuddy.it?
Stop ships an update every 4 months, and CarBuddy.it every 4 weeks. Most recently, Stop was updated on November 3, 2026 and CarBuddy.it on October 30, 2026.

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