CarryLinks vs SpamShield
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
CarryLinks
Organize and manage your web links with a comprehensive bookmark manager. Features include importing from history, saving open tabs, and auto-detecting link details. It also offers tools like QR code generation, screenshots, link shortening, and AI-powered webpage summarization.
- Bookmark and manage links
- Import bookmarks and history
- Save open tabs
- Auto-detect link titles and descriptions
- AI webpage summarization
- Create QR codes
- Check link safety
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Beyond bookmark synchronization, you can enjoy many features, such as: - Bookmark and manage links - Import existing bookmarks - Import links from history - Save open tabs - Save links from a webpage - Open all links in a folder - Open links in the same window - Open links in new windows - Open links in private windows - Auto-detect links’ titles and descriptions - Search links - Create QRs - Take Screenshots - Shorten links - Check links for availability - Check links for safety - Share links - Sort links - Sort folders - Color folders - Summarize Webpage via AI - Read Webpages Offline This extension is loaded with many features without affecting the speed of your browser. Please keep in mind that the availability of some features are based on your device and browser support.
SpamShield
Block over 99% of spam and unwanted text messages automatically. This app offers customizable filters, block and allow lists, and privacy-focused features to ensure you only see important messages.
- Blocks over 99% of spam texts
- Customizable block and allow lists
- Keyword and phone number filtering
- Privacy-first design with local data storage
- 24/7 background protection
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Stop 99% of spam texts before they reach your inbox. MessageShield is your personal shield against unwanted texts, spam, and scams. Every day, millions of users are bombarded with annoying or even dangerous messages. With MessageShield, you can finally reclaim your inbox. Fast, smart, and privacy-first, MessageShield ensures you only see the messages that matter. Block spam instantly Stop over 99% of unwanted texts automatically. Our predictive filtering works in real time, keeping your inbox safe without you lifting a finger. Take control of who can reach you With customizable Block and Allow lists, you decide exactly which contacts can message you. No more accidental spam interruptions. Protect your money and privacy Text scams cost people hundreds of dollars annually. MessageShield keeps you safe while ensuring your personal messages stay private. Fully customizable filtering Keyword filters, phone number ranges, and contact-based settings give you precise control over your message flow. MessageShield is built for people who value their time, their safety, and their privacy. It’s the smarter, faster, and more intuitive way to stop spam before it reaches you. Easy to use, safe by design: • Name-based filters are stored locally — nothing is sent to servers. • Minimal permissions required, ensuring your personal data stays in your hands. • Works seamlessly in the background, protecting you 24/7 without interruptions. Terms Of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://vinxsolutions.com/messageshield/privacy.html
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: CarryLinks at none against SpamShield's 2. CarryLinks also leads on ratings volume (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.4 vs 18.0). On price, rating, update cadence 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. SpamShield sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. CarryLinks asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for CarryLinks against 5.0 for SpamShield. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 1 respectively.
CarryLinks ships an update every 5 weeks, SpamShield every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 4, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | CarryLinks | SpamShield |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 weeks | Every 4 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 — better | 18.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 9+ |
| Developer | Khaled Huthaily | Vinx Solutions |
Customer experience
CarryLinks
SpamShield
In-app purchases
CarryLinks
No in-app purchases
SpamShield
- MessageShield Pro7 Days trial$14.991 Month
- MessageShield Pro7 Days trial$39.991 Year
