Comparison

Blockr vs techMate+

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

Head to head
About

Blockr

This AI-powered app automatically blocks unwanted texts and calls, including scams, robocalls, and telemarketers. It offers customizable protection with real-time updates to a scam database, ensuring a clean inbox and call log.

Highlights
  • AI-powered spam text blocking
  • Real-time spam call blocking
  • Customizable blocking preferences
  • Continuously updated scam database
  • Anti-smishing defense
  • Block political and promotional spam
Features
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Goodbye spam. Hello peace and quiet. Blockr stops spam calls and junk texts before they ever reach you. One simple setup, one payment, protection for life. No subscription, nothing renews. WHY BLOCKR People get dozens of spam texts and robocalls every month, and a single text scam costs victims an average of $1,000. Blockr protects your phone quietly in the background, 24/7. CALLS More than a million known spam and scam numbers are blocked automatically, and our database updates continuously to catch new ones. Your contacts always ring. Add any number to your own block list in seconds. TEXTS Scam and junk texts are filtered to the Junk folder before they interrupt you. Turn on ready-made keyword packs for common scams, or add your own words and phrases to block. LISTS You stay in control. An allow list makes sure the people who matter always get through, and a block list keeps unwanted numbers out for good. FAMILY PLAN Protect the people you love. The Family plan covers up to 6 people, each with their own account and protection. Perfect for parents and grandparents, who are targeted by scammers the most. PAY ONCE, YOURS FOR LIFE One payment unlocks Blockr on your iPhone forever. No subscription, no renewals, no surprises. Your protection keeps getting better without costing you more. Terms of Service: https://theappshop.io/terms Privacy Policy: https://theappshop.io/privacy California Privacy Notice: https://theappshop.io/privacy#california

About

techMate+

Features
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Meet techMate: your personal, AI-powered tech assistant. Whether your device is acting up, software won’t launch, or something just isn't working right, techMate is here to help—fast. Just describe your issue in plain language, and techMate will guide you step-by-step toward a solution. It’s a real conversation: you can clarify details, follow up, and get personalized support without digging through endless help articles or sitting in a support queue. Whether you're tech-savvy or not, techMate makes it easy to troubleshoot problems with: -Phones, tablets, and computers -Wi-Fi and internet issues -AV setup and smart home devices -Common software errors and app crashes -And more No jargon. No stress. Just clear answers. Start your chat now—techMate is ready when you are.

Screenshots

Blockr4 screens
techMate+3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: techMate+ at none against Blockr's 12. techMate+ also leads on ads (none vs shown) and device support (3 vs 1). On price, update cadence and iOS requirement 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. Blockr sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. techMate+ asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blockr ships an update every 2 weeks, techMate+ every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on October 7, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Blockr versus techMate+: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlockrtechMate+
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (368 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings368 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksEvery 8 days — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.016
Further details — not scored
Size132 MB23 MB
Age rating4+17+
DeveloperThe App Shop, Inc.Lucidity LLC (MI)

Bugs and requests

Blockr

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • App stops working after updates
  • Blocking not working as expected for certain types of spam
  • Issues with syncing blocked content across devices

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to whitelist specific senders or numbers
  • Option to automatically reply 'STOP' to spam messages
  • Integration with desktop/laptop for a more comprehensive solution
  • Improved analytics and reporting on blocked messages

techMate+

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Blockr

Subscriptions10
  • Blockr Premium$4.997 Days
  • Blockr Monthly7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Blockr Monthly7 Days trial$5.991 Month
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  • Blockr Monthly7 Days trial$6.991 Month
  • Yearly7 Days trial$39.991 Year
  • Limited Time Offer (Yearly)1 Year trial$39.991 Year
  • Blockr Yearly1 Year trial2 variants$49.991 Year
  • Blockr Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Blockr Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Blockr Yearly1 Year trial$59.991 Year
One-time1
  • Blockr Lifetime$99.99
None

techMate+

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blockr free?
Blockr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is techMate+ free?
techMate+ is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Blockr or techMate+ have ads?
Blockr shows ads; techMate+ does not.
Which is updated more often, Blockr or techMate+?
Blockr ships an update every 2 weeks, and techMate+ every 8 days. Most recently, Blockr was updated on October 7, 2026 and techMate+ on October 9, 2026.

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