Comparison

SmartBlock vs Twilock

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

Twilock

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking distracting apps during critical periods like before sleep and after waking. Set custom windows and strict modes to prevent willpower struggles and build healthier digital habits.

Highlights
  • Block distracting apps
  • Customizable Night and Morning windows
  • Strict Mode for locked settings
  • Timed early unlock option
  • Streak building and badges
  • Optional Friends feature with leaderboards
  • Insights into usage patterns
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You do not decide to scroll until 1 am. It just happens. Twilock shields the apps that pull you in during the two windows that cost you most: the hours right before sleep, and the ones right after waking. Pick the apps. Pick your window. Twilock handles the rest, so there is no willpower contest and no bargaining with yourself at 11 pm. Choose apps to shield and set Night and Morning windows of 15–120 minutes. Schedule the same times every day, separate weekdays and weekends, or custom days. Every enabled routine uses Strict Mode: routine settings are locked during active windows. Configure a timed early unlock before a window starts; choosing None disables that option. Revoking Screen Time access in iOS can end protection. Build streaks, earn badges and explore Insights. Optional Friends lets you connect by invite code and follow a shared leaderboard. New users need a monthly or annual subscription, or an eligible trial. Existing users retain permanent full access, and existing Lifetime purchases remain supported. Prices and trial eligibility appear before purchase. Subscriptions renew automatically unless cancelled at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage subscriptions in your App Store account. Restore Purchases is available in the app. Selected app identities and raw Screen Time usage stay on your device. Optional account, progress and friend data can sync. Product analytics and purchase services support the app; tracking permission is optional. Read the privacy policy for details. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://twilock.com/privacy/

Screenshots

SmartBlock4 screens
Twilock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Twilock at every 6 days against SmartBlock's every 3 weeks. Twilock also leads on ratings volume (26 vs 1) and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.0). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases 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 Twilock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for SmartBlock against 4.9 for Twilock. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Twilock has 26 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

SmartBlock ships an update every 3 weeks, Twilock every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 30, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
SmartBlock versus Twilock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSmartBlockTwilock
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.9 (26 ratings)
Positive reviews—100.0% of reviews
Number of ratings126 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad — betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size42 MB74 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperAdam ParkPrism Studios

Customer experience

SmartBlock

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

Twilock

All ratings26 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative3.8%
Written reviews31 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

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
3 purchases

Twilock

Subscriptions2
  • Twilock Pro Monthly$6.991 Month
  • Twilock Pro Annual7 Days trial$39.991 Year
One-time1
  • Twilock Lifetime$79.99

Questions

Is SmartBlock free?
SmartBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Twilock free?
Twilock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, SmartBlock or Twilock?
SmartBlock is rated higher. SmartBlock averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Twilock averages 4.9 from 26 ratings.
Do SmartBlock or Twilock have ads?
Neither SmartBlock nor Twilock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, SmartBlock or Twilock?
SmartBlock ships an update every 3 weeks, and Twilock every 6 days. Most recently, SmartBlock was updated on October 30, 2026 and Twilock on November 5, 2026.

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