Comparison

Blockr vs Paint Projects

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
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Goodbye scamxiety™, hello Blockr. Blockr is the AI-powered spam blocker designed to eliminate unwanted texts and calls. Whether it’s scam texts, robocalls, telemarketers, or political spam, Blockr stops them before they ever reach you—so your inbox and call log stay clean, safe, and stress-free. According to the Federal Trade Commission, Americans receive up to 40 spam texts a month and lose an average of $1,000 per text scam. Robocalls are just as relentless, wasting time and putting you at risk. Blockr protects you from both—instantly and automatically. BLOCKR’S SPAM PROTECTION FEATURES BLOCK SPAM TEXTS USING AI Blockr’s advanced algorithms use AI and machine learning to identify and stop scam texts with industry-leading accuracy—before they ever land in your Messages app. NEW: BLOCK SPAM CALLS & ROBOCALLS Our latest update brings the same powerful AI protection to your calls. Automatically block known scam numbers, robocallers, and telemarketers in real-time, keeping your phone quiet and your focus uninterrupted. CUSTOMIZE YOUR PROTECTION Control exactly who can and can’t reach you—by text or by phone. Set up advanced blocking preferences, create Allow and Block lists, and even block by email domain or phone number range. CONTINUOUSLY UPDATED SCAM DATABASE Blockr’s protection database updates in real-time to stay ahead of emerging scams—catching new threats that other blockers miss. ADVANCED ANTI-SMISHING DEFENSE Protect yourself from text scams designed to steal personal information. Our AI-generated keyword packs target specific scam tactics, from fake delivery notifications to phishing attempts. STOP POLITICAL AND PROMOTIONAL SPAM Silence unwanted campaign messages, donation requests, and marketing blasts with a few taps—so only the conversations you care about get through. WHAT LIFE IS LIKE WITH BLOCKR Text- and call-spam-free — Enjoy a clean inbox and call log every day. Freedom from scamxiety™ — Every text and call you get is one you want. Protection from costly losses — Avoid the financial risk of falling victim to scams. Peace of mind — Blockr works silently in the background, 24/7. Help others stay safe — Report new scams right from the app to help keep others safe Blockr is free to download. A subscription is required to use the service, but you can try it out completely free for 7 days. Once the trial ends, your subscription will automatically renew and you’ll be billed. You can cancel your subscription at any time by contacting Apple Support. Terms of Service: https://theappshop.io/terms Privacy Policy: https://theappshop.io/privacy California Privacy Notice: https://theappshop.io/privacy#california

About

Paint Projects

Features
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Paint Projects is a comprehensive paint calculator app that helps users estimate paint requirements for interior and exterior painting projects. The app allows users to create multiple paint jobs, add different types of surfaces (walls, doors, windows), and calculate the exact amount of paint needed based on coverage rates and number of coats. Multi-Job Management - Create and manage multiple paint projects - Switch between different jobs easily - Rename and delete jobs as needed - Persistent storage of all job data Surface Calculation - Add walls, doors, and windows with custom dimensions - Automatic area calculations for each surface type - Subtract door and window areas from wall areas for accurate paint requirements - Name surfaces for better organization Paint Settings - Configurable paint coverage per unit (L or gallons) - Adjustable number of coats required - Support for both metric (m²/L) and imperial (ft²/gal) units - Real-time calculation updates

Screenshots

Blockr4 screens
Paint Projects4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Blockr at Free against Paint Projects's $0.99. Blockr also leads on update cadence (fortnightly vs every 2 months). Paint Projects's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ads (none vs shown).

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

Blockr is free to download; Paint Projects costs $0.99 up front. Blockr sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. Paint Projects asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Blockr ships an update fortnightly, Paint Projects every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on September 28, 2026 and September 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Blockr versus Paint Projects: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBlockrPaint Projects
PriceFree — better$0.99
Rating4.2 (366 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings366 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 months
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.013.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size143 MB22 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperThe App Shop, Inc.Christopher Lamb

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

Paint Projects

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

Paint Projects

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Blockr free?
Blockr is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Paint Projects free?
Paint Projects costs $0.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do Blockr or Paint Projects have ads?
Blockr shows ads; Paint Projects does not.
Which is updated more often, Blockr or Paint Projects?
Blockr ships an update fortnightly, and Paint Projects every 2 months. Most recently, Blockr was updated on September 28, 2026 and Paint Projects on September 6, 2026.

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