# App Blocker vs RushList

The clearest difference is review sentiment: RushList at 100% against App Blocker's 63%. RushList also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). App Blocker's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and ratings volume (85 vs 18). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Blocker sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and RushList sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RushList holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 85 and 18 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 63% of App Blocker's written reviews are positive against 100% of RushList's.

App Blocker ships an update every 11 days, RushList every 6 days. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | App Blocker | RushList |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (85 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-blocker-limit-screen-time/id6502186144/reviews) | **[4.8 (18 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rushlist-shared-to-do-list/id6736977305/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **85** | 18 |
| Positive reviews | 62.5% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 11 days | **Every 6 days** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 214 MB | 3 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Screen Time Control LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1425190168) | [Sebastian Ottow](https://appshunter.io/developer/1679038784) |

## What reviewers say

### App Blocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-blocker-limit-screen-time/id6502186144)

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting applications and websites. Utilize custom block lists and focus sessions to improve productivity and mental well-being.

**Highlights:** Block distracting apps and websites, Create custom block lists, Schedule focus sessions, Manage screen time effectively, Improve productivity and mental health, Personalized app and website blocking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (7)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium | $4.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $8.99 | per month |
| Premium | $9.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium | $24.99 | per year |
| Premium | $69.99 | per year |
| Premium | $99.99 | per year |
| Lifetime | $99.99 | one-time |


### RushList

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rushlist-shared-to-do-list/id6736977305)

This app helps you manage your daily tasks and routines by focusing on what needs to be done today. It offers motivational quotes, flexible task creation, and a system that clears unfinished tasks to reduce overwhelm and encourage productivity.

**Highlights:** Daily productivity reset, Motivational quotes, Private and secure iCloud sync, Flexible task and list creation, Focus on today's tasks, Lifetime Efficiency Score tracking

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Go Monthly | $2.99 | per month |
| Boost Productivity (Annual) | $8.99 | per year |
| Lifetime - Premium | $29.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is App Blocker free?

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

### Is RushList free?

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

### Which has better reviews, App Blocker or RushList?

RushList is rated higher. App Blocker averages 4.4 out of 5 from 85 ratings, while RushList averages 4.8 from 18 ratings.

### Do App Blocker or RushList have ads?

App Blocker shows ads; RushList does not.

### Which is updated more often, App Blocker or RushList?

App Blocker ships an update every 11 days, and RushList every 6 days. Most recently, App Blocker was updated on November 4, 2026 and RushList on November 4, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*