# Bloom vs Stash

The clearest difference is update cadence: Bloom at fortnightly against Stash's every 4 months. Bloom also leads on ratings volume (3.5K vs 1). Stash's advantage is iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Stash holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. 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.

Bloom ships an update fortnightly, Stash every 4 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Bloom | Stash |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (3.5K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bloom-conquer-screen-time/id6736728158/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stash-away/id6757725526/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **3.5K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 65.7% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Fortnightly** | Every 4 months |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Size | 67 MB | 36 MB |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Find Your Bloom LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1773221809) | [Great Sitkin Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1772148599) |

## 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


### Stash

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/stash-away/id6757725526)

Organize your home and belongings with a digital inventory system. Track items by their exact location, identify unused possessions, and avoid duplicate purchases. Unlock the hidden value of your possessions and gain clarity on what you own.

**Highlights:** Digital inventory system, Warehouse-style organization, Track items by location, Identify unused items, Avoid duplicate purchases, Add photos and details to items, Search entire inventory

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Bloom free?

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

### Is Stash free?

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

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

Stash is rated higher. Bloom averages 4.8 out of 5 from 3.5K ratings, while Stash averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Bloom or Stash have ads?

Neither Bloom nor Stash shows ads.

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

Bloom ships an update fortnightly, and Stash every 4 months. Most recently, Bloom was updated on October 24, 2026 and Stash 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.*