# Volume Blocker and Limiter vs Max Volume Guard

The clearest difference is rating: Volume Blocker and Limiter at 4.3 against Max Volume Guard's 3.7. Volume Blocker and Limiter also leads on ratings volume (378 vs 3). Max Volume Guard's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 11) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.0). On price, review sentiment, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Volume Blocker and Limiter sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per 7 days. Max Volume Guard asks for nothing beyond the download.

Volume Blocker and Limiter holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Volume Blocker and Limiter has 378 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 56% of Volume Blocker and Limiter's written reviews are positive against 50% of Max Volume Guard's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Volume Blocker and Limiter | Max Volume Guard |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.3 (378 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volume-blocker-and-limiter/id6475981399/reviews)** | [3.7 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/max-volume-guard/id6739848901/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **378** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | **56.0% of reviews** | 50.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 10 MB | 29 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **12.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Rayane Kurrimboccus](https://appshunter.io/developer/1689944594) | [INTEGRATED UNITS PVT LTD](https://appshunter.io/developer/883522863) |

## What reviewers say

### Volume Blocker and Limiter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/volume-blocker-and-limiter/id6475981399)

This app lets parents set a maximum volume limit for iPhones and iPads, preventing children from playing audio at full volume. It helps create a quieter environment and protect hearing, especially useful for children with sensory sensitivities.

**Highlights:** Set maximum volume limits, Control device speaker volume, Works in the background, Protects hearing, Ideal for children with sensory issues

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (10)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro version - Weekly | $3.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro version - Weekly | $5.99 | per 7 days |
| Pro version - Monthly plan | $8.99 | per month |
| Pro version - Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Pro version - Annual | $17.99 | per year |
| Pro version - Annual plan | $19.99 | per year |
| Pro version - Annual | $39.99 | per year |
| Pro | $19.99 | one-time |
| Pro version | $39.99 | one-time |
| Pro version | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 💜 Super fast and helpful customer service
- 🔒 Wonderful app for special needs child
- 🔒 Works perfectly to limit volume
- 🔒 Lifesaver for autistic child
- 🔒 Incredible app, should be a built-in feature

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Doesn't list subscription charge
- 🐛 Doesn't work consistently
- 🐛 Kids can bypass the app
- 🔒 Only limits volume for 2 minutes
- 🐛 Can't close the app

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't work when phone is off
- Doesn't work, no effect on volume
- iOS 18.2 has built-in feature
- Too easy for kids to disable
- Can't close the app

**Requested features**

- Automatically enable at certain times
- Family sharing support


### Max Volume Guard

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/max-volume-guard/id6739848901)

This app helps protect hearing by setting maximum volume limits on devices. It runs in the background, offers passcode protection for settings, and has a user-friendly interface for easy customization.

**Highlights:** Volume limiting for hearing protection, Background monitoring for constant enforcement, Passcode protection for settings, User-friendly and intuitive interface, Customizable volume and passcode settings

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Volume Blocker and Limiter free?

Volume Blocker and Limiter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Max Volume Guard free?

Max Volume Guard is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Volume Blocker and Limiter or Max Volume Guard?

Volume Blocker and Limiter is rated higher. Volume Blocker and Limiter averages 4.3 out of 5 from 378 ratings, while Max Volume Guard averages 3.7 from 3 ratings.

### Do Volume Blocker and Limiter or Max Volume Guard have ads?

Neither Volume Blocker and Limiter nor Max Volume Guard shows ads.

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