Comparison

SmartBlock vs Group Expenses

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

SmartBlock

This app transforms phone distractions into brain-training exercises. Block apps to reduce screen time and solve engaging puzzles to regain access, sharpening your mind while promoting focus and productivity.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps and websites
  • Solve puzzles to unlock app access
  • Customizable puzzle difficulty and app limits
  • Schedule app blocks by day and time
  • Boost productivity and focus
  • Reduce stress and improve mindfulness
Features
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Get smarter while using your phone less. SmartBlock is the only screen time app that turns distraction into brain training. Block your most distracting apps to reduce your screen time. Regain access by solving fun, challenging puzzles that sharpen your mind. Why SmartBlock? * Reduce screen time by adding meaningful barriers between you and addictive apps * Become sharper and more productive by training your brain with puzzles * Stay focused and in control of your screen time How It Works * Block or limit groups of apps and websites * Unlock with intention: After a set amount of app usage, complete a puzzle to continue—or take it as a cue to unplug * Customise everything: Puzzle difficulty, maximum app usage, emergency pauses, and more * Schedule blocks: Set your schedule, blocking apps depending on the day of the week or time * Proven results: Users report significantly lower screen time and improved focus Benefits Beyond the Screen * Boost productivity and focus * Reduce stress and improve mindfulness * Support ADHD management * Set healthy routines for work, sleep, and rest * Detox from digital overload 7 Puzzles That Make You Smarter * NumberCrunch – Reach the target using 5 random numbers * WordFinder – Guess the 5-letter word in 6 tries * WordSpin – Create as many words as you can from 7 letters * Cryptic – Solve clever crossword clues * Anagrams – Rearrange letters to find a hidden word * Suguru – A Japanese logic puzzle that’s as addictive as it is brain-boosting Private & Secure SmartBlock runs entirely on your device. We never collect or share your personal data. Your focus is yours alone. Privacy Policy: https://smartblockapp.co/privacy-policy Terms of User / End User License Agreement: https://smartblockapp.co/terms-of-use

About

Group Expenses

Effortlessly manage shared expenses, tasks, and grocery lists with this intuitive app. It simplifies splitting bills, tracking group spending, and assigning chores, making group organization clear and stress-free.

Highlights
  • Split bills and costs instantly
  • Track all expenses in one place
  • Share tasks with ease
  • Create and share grocery lists
  • AI receipt scanner and splitter
  • Seamless payment tracking
Features
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Split Patron is a great bill splitter app with many free features where you can add unlimited expense details. It also has an AI based receipt splitter and scanner that scans the receipts and splits the information based on category, easy to auto add an expense. Be it planning a trip, living together, or organizing events, SplitPatron keeps everything clear, fair, and stress-free. - Split Bills and Costs Instantly Easily split bills with anyone. Add amounts, choose who pays, and let SplitPatron calculate the rest. No more confusion or awkward conversations. You can split in 4 or more. - Track All Expenses in One Place Stay organized with a clean expense tracker. Monitor shared spending, view balances, and keep group costs transparent. - Share tasks with ease Create and assign tasks for your group. Great for household chores, event planning, or team activities. This way, everyone knows what to do and when. - Create & Share Grocery Lists Create shared grocery lists where everyone can add items in real time. No more duplicate items or forgotten essentials. - Pay easily and seamlessly. See who owes what and settle up quickly. Keep track of balances and clear payments with ease. Perfect For: • Share expense with roommates. This is great app to split bills with roommates as you can organize all your expenses and bills in once place. • Split Expense with Friends and family. • Organization of grocery lists and tasks that syncs across devices. • Groups planning events or activities. Mostly effective for planning campings, or outdoor tasks. Anyone looking for fairness, clarity, and simplicity. - Simple. Fast. Transparent. SplitPatron is designed for ease of use, clean navigation, and accurate calculations, making group management easier than ever. Try SplitPatron today and enjoy stress-free bill splitting, shared tasks, and smarter group organization!

Screenshots

SmartBlock4 screens
Group Expenses4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: SmartBlock at 5.0 against Group Expenses's 4.5. Group Expenses's advantage is update cadence (every 4 days vs every 3 weeks) and ratings volume (15 vs 1). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. SmartBlock sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days and Group Expenses sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

SmartBlock holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Group Expenses has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartBlock ships an update every 3 weeks, Group Expenses every 4 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
SmartBlock versus Group Expenses: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartBlockGroup Expenses
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.5 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews—90.9% of reviews
Number of ratings115 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.015.1 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB40 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdam ParkDipendra Pokharel

Customer experience

SmartBlock

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Group Expenses

All ratings9 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews11 reviews
Positive90.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative9.1%

In-app purchases

6 purchases

SmartBlock

Subscriptions5
  • Weekly subscription$4.997 Days
  • Annual Subscription + 1 Week Trial7 Days trial$4.997 Days
  • Pro Subscription$19.991 Year
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  • Annual Subscription$29.991 Year
  • Annual Subscription + 1 Week Trial7 Days trial$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • 10k+ Puzzles Purchase$59.99
1 purchases

Group Expenses

One-time1
  • Group Premium Feature Unlock$0.99

Questions

Is SmartBlock free?
SmartBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Group Expenses free?
Group Expenses is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SmartBlock or Group Expenses?
SmartBlock is rated higher. SmartBlock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Group Expenses averages 4.5 from 15 ratings.
Do SmartBlock or Group Expenses have ads?
Neither SmartBlock nor Group Expenses shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartBlock or Group Expenses?
SmartBlock ships an update every 3 weeks, and Group Expenses every 4 days. Most recently, SmartBlock was updated on October 24, 2026 and Group Expenses on October 8, 2026.

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