# Dumb Phone (dp) vs Groop

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Groop at none against Dumb Phone (dp)'s 13. Groop also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 68%) and rating (5.0 vs 4.6). Dumb Phone (dp)'s advantage is ratings volume (3.9K vs 4). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Dumb Phone (dp) sells 12 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Groop asks for nothing beyond the download.

Groop holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Dumb Phone (dp) has 3.9K ratings behind it against 4, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 68% of Dumb Phone (dp)'s written reviews are positive against 100% of Groop's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Dumb Phone (dp) | Groop |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (3.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dumb-phone-dp/id6504743503/reviews) | **[5.0 (4 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groop/id6793726825/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.9K** | 4 |
| Positive reviews | 68.4% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Fortnightly | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 375 MB | 4 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | [Michael Tigas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1364337001) | [ALISON CHEN](https://appshunter.io/developer/6793726827) |

## What reviewers say

### Dumb Phone (dp)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dumb-phone-dp/id6504743503)

Transform your iPhone into a minimalist device by replacing colorful app icons and notifications with simple buttons for essential apps. Create custom launchers for different contexts and utilize Detox Mode to block distractions, helping you break digital habits and regain focus.

**Highlights:** Minimalist launcher creation, Customizable app launchers, Detox Mode for blocking apps, Dark and Light minimalist styles, Control Center widgets, Essential app shortcuts

**Features:** Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (12)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Dumb Phone Pro (1 month) | $2.99 | per month |
| Dumb Phone Pro (1 month) | $3.99 | per month |
| Dumb Phone Pro (1 month) | $5.99 | per month |
| Dumb Phone Pro (1 year) | $9.99 | per year |
| Dumb Phone Pro (1 year) | $12.99 | per year |
| Dumb Phone Pro (1 year) | $14.99 | per year |
| Dumb Phone Pro (1 year) | $19.99 | per year |
| Dumb Phone Pro Family (1 year) | $24.99 | per year |
| Dumb Phone Pro Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |
| Dumb Phone Pro Lifetime | $29.99 | one-time |
| Dumb Phone Pro Lifetime | $39.99 | one-time |
| Dumb Phone Pro Lifetime | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to set up
- 👍 Helps reduce screen time
- 👍 Customizable layout
- 👍 Responsive developer
- 🚀 Smooth app launching

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Clunky setup process
- 💡 Lack of widget customization
- 🔒 Hidden subscription model
- 🔒 Expensive for a widget app
- 🐛 Inconsistent app launching

**Reported bugs**

- Widget not appearing in list
- Apps opening through Shortcuts app
- Compatibility issues with older devices

**Requested features**

- Ability to hide App Library
- More widget customization options
- Customizable widget labels
- Detox mode for specific apps
- Support for more third-party apps


### Groop

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/groop/id6793726825)

Effortlessly schedule events directly within your group chats. Compare availabilities in a shared calendar without leaving your conversation. Plan meetings, hangouts, or vacations efficiently across time zones.

**Highlights:** Schedule events in group chats, Integrated availability comparison, Cross-time zone support, No account required, Directly within messages

**Features:** iMessage stickers

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Dumb Phone (dp) free?

Dumb Phone (dp) is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Groop free?

Groop is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Dumb Phone (dp) or Groop?

Groop is rated higher. Dumb Phone (dp) averages 4.6 out of 5 from 3.9K ratings, while Groop averages 5.0 from 4 ratings.

### Do Dumb Phone (dp) or Groop have ads?

Neither Dumb Phone (dp) nor Groop shows ads.

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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.*