Comparison

App Blocker vs Study Bro

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

Head to head
About

App Blocker

Features
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Bring your own NFC tag. No pricey puck required. VantaFocus blocks distracting apps the moment you tap a 10-cent stickerβ€”or just press Start. Build streaks, see time saved and stay present wherever you work. Why VantaFocus beats ordinary timers Works with any NFC sticker, card or key-fob – no proprietary hardware. You can even print your own VantaTag. One-tap β€œFocus Session” or classic Pomodoro timer. Automatic app & notification blocking (custom lists). Unlimited focus profiles – Work, Study, Family, Gym… you decide. Stats & streaks: screen-time cut, sessions logged, longest run. Pay once, own it forever or flexible subscription options. How it works Assign an NFC tag in the app (takes 5 s). Tap to start – distracting apps lock, focus timer starts. Tap again or finish timer – phone unlocks, stats update. Whether you’re deep-coding, revising for exams or sharing dinner with family, VantaFocus helps you reclaim every minute. Terms of use can be found here: https://vantafocus.com/eula

About

Study Bro

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Study Bro helps you stay focused while studying – completely free from distractions. Block distracting apps, start focused study sessions, and track your progress effortlessly. Stay in the flow and reach your learning goals more easily than ever before. Features: - App Blocker: Block distracting apps during your study time – and stay truly focused. - Focus Timer: Plan structured study sessions with Pomodoro-style breaks. - Statistics & Progress: Track your study time, streaks, and trends across different time periods. - Privacy First: No cloud, no tracking – all your data stays safely stored on your device. Why Study Bro? - No more distractions: Finally focus – without Instagram, TikTok & Co. - Motivating & minimalist: A design that supports you instead of overwhelming you. - Sustainable learning habits: Understand when you’re most productive and improve your study behavior over time. Full access to all features – including app blocking and advanced statistics – requires a subscription. If you purchase a subscription, please note the following: - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. - Subscriptions automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. - Subscriptions can be managed and auto-renewal can be turned off in settings. - Any unused portion of a free trial period will be forfeited when a subscription is purchased. Note: Study Bro helps you build better study habits – but it is not a substitute for professional learning advice. Legal: Privacy Policy: https://studybro.de/privacy/ EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

App Blocker4 screens
Study Bro4 screens

Verdict

The call

App Blocker and Study Bro are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters β€” price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. App Blocker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month and Study Bro sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

App Blocker ships an update monthly, Study Bro every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 11, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
App Blocker versus Study Bro: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterApp BlockerStudy Bro
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyMonthlyEvery 3 weeks β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS18.2 β€” better18.6
Further details β€” not scored
Size20 MB18 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTim HaerleFFWD Ventures

In-app purchases

4 purchases

App Blocker

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly$3.991 Month
  • Yearly$24.991 Year
One-time2
  • Lifetime Launch Offer$24.99
  • Lifetime$44.99
6 purchases

Study Bro

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly Plan3 Days trial$0.991 Month
  • Monthly Plan3 Days trial$1.991 Month
  • Monthly Plan3 Days trial$2.991 Month
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  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$8.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$12.991 Year
  • Yearly Plan7 Days trial$17.991 Year

Questions

Is App Blocker free?
App Blocker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Study Bro free?
Study Bro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do App Blocker or Study Bro have ads?
Neither App Blocker nor Study Bro shows ads.
Which is updated more often, App Blocker or Study Bro?
App Blocker ships an update monthly, and Study Bro every 3 weeks. Most recently, App Blocker was updated on September 11, 2026 and Study Bro on September 10, 2026.

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