Block Apps & Sites vs Regain
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Block Apps & Sites
This app helps you reduce mindless scrolling and use your phone more intentionally. It blocks distracting applications and introduces a brief pause before you can access them, encouraging healthier digital habits.
- Block distracting apps
- Unlock with breathing exercise
- Set allowed schedules
- Track app access habits
- Reduce impulsive app opens
- Build mindful screen time
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Stop mindless scrolling and open apps more intentionally. FlowBuddy helps you stay focused by blocking distracting apps and websites, adding a small pause before you access them. Set which apps and web domains to block, choose how access works, and build healthier phone habits over time. FlowBuddy uses Screen Time-based shielding for apps and websites, supports allowed schedules, tracks activity, and can require a breathing exercise before access is restored. Key Features: - Block distracting apps and websites - Unlock with a breathing exercise - Set allowed schedules - Track your app access habits - Reduce impulsive app and web browsing - Build more mindful screen time FlowBuddy is designed to make app opening feel intentional instead of automatic. "It has significantly improved my ability to stay focused for extended periods. The Breathing Exercise feature is a game-changer!" - tsteven9 Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://flowbuddy.app/privacy/?ref=appstore
Regain
This app helps you manage your digital habits by blocking distracting applications and tracking your usage. Set daily goals, use focus timers, and receive reminders to encourage mindful productivity and a better balance between your online and offline life.
- App Blocker
- Focus Timer (Pomodoro)
- Screen Time Tracker
- Daily Goals
- Break Reminders
- Whitelists & Lock Mode
- Widgets
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Regain helps you take control of your screen time and focus on what truly matters. Designed with intention and simplicity, it empowers you to create balance between your digital life and real life. With powerful tools and a calming design, Regain makes it easy to stay mindful and productive throughout your day. Key Features: App Blocker - Stay focused by blocking distracting apps when you need to concentrate. Focus Timer - Use customizable Pomodoro sessions to build deep work habits. Screen Time Tracker - Get insights into your daily app usage and identify time-wasting patterns. Daily Goals - Set personal screen-time goals and track your progress. Break Reminders - Receive gentle reminders to pause, breathe, and recharge. Whitelists & Lock Mode - Keep access to only what's essential, with optional lock protection. Widgets & Minimal Design - Access focus tools directly from your Home Screen. Regain is more than a productivity app it's a mindful companion to help you live intentionally and make every moment count. Privacy Policy: https://sponge-tugboat-107.notion.site/Regain-Privacy-Policy- 273ca28ad2118035b92ae25a26af7f45 Terms of Service: https://sponge-tugboat-107.notion.site/Regain-Terms-of-Use-273ca28ad21180f68157f127e09c4b6f
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: Regain at every 10 days against Block Apps & Sites's every 3 weeks. Block Apps & Sites's advantage is review sentiment (100% vs 90%). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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
Both are free to download. Block Apps & Sites sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.90 per month and Regain sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Block Apps & Sites holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 27 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of Block Apps & Sites's written reviews are positive against 90% of Regain's.
Block Apps & Sites ships an update every 3 weeks, Regain every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Block Apps & Sites | Regain |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.6 (10 ratings) — better | 4.4 (27 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better | 90.5% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 10 | 27 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | Every 10 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Freemium | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 112 MB | 79 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Costin Bernhart | Unikwork Systems LLP |
Customer experience
Block Apps & Sites
Regain
In-app purchases
Block Apps & Sites
- Monthly$4.901 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$9.991 Year
- Family (Yearly)7 Days trial$49.901 Year
- Lifetime$19.99
Regain
- Weekly$2.997 Days
- Monthly3 Days trial$6.991 Month
- Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
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