# Bloom vs VantaFocus

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bloom at 66% against VantaFocus's 0%. Bloom also leads on rating (4.8 vs 1.0) and in-app purchases (none vs 4). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. VantaFocus sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Bloom asks for nothing beyond the download.

Bloom holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Bloom has 3.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 66% of Bloom's written reviews are positive against 0% of VantaFocus's.

Bloom ships an update fortnightly, VantaFocus monthly. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bloom | VantaFocus |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.8 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloom-conquer-screen-time/id6736728158/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vantafocus-nfc-app-blocker/id6742754205/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **3.5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **65.7% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Monthly |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 67 MB | 24 MB |
| Requires iOS | **17.6** | 18.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Find Your Bloom LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1773221809) | [Tim Haerle](https://appshunter.io/developer/1510258168) |

## What reviewers say

### Bloom

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloom-conquer-screen-time/id6736728158)

This app helps you conquer screen time by requiring you to tap an NFC keycard to your phone to access distracting apps. Set schedules, manage breaks, and utilize strict mode to stay focused. It's a physical solution for digital detox and improved productivity.

**Highlights:** NFC keycard app blocking, Customizable distraction lists, Focus schedules, Break limits, Strict mode, Emergency exits

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Helps reduce screen time
- 👍 Effective at improving productivity
- 💡 Unique physical card concept
- 🔒 Prevents access to distracting apps
- 👍 Gamified approach is motivating

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Buggy app with crashes and settings issues
- 💡 Could use more flexible session scheduling

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes when selecting apps for blocklist
- Settings fail to save consistently

**Requested features**

- More flexible session scheduling options
- Thinner, more discreet physical card


### VantaFocus

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vantafocus-nfc-app-blocker/id6742754205)

Block distracting apps and set focus timers with a simple NFC tap. Track your progress, build streaks, and reclaim your time for work, study, or family.

**Highlights:** NFC tag integration for app blocking, Customizable app and notification blocking, Focus timer with Pomodoro option, Unlimited focus profiles, Stats and streak tracking, Printable VantaTag support

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Launch Offer | $24.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime | $44.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bloom free?

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

### Is VantaFocus free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Bloom or VantaFocus?

Bloom is rated higher. Bloom averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while VantaFocus averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Bloom or VantaFocus have ads?

Neither Bloom nor VantaFocus shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Bloom or VantaFocus?

Bloom ships an update fortnightly, and VantaFocus monthly. Most recently, Bloom was updated on October 24, 2026 and VantaFocus on October 24, 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.*