Comparison

Flowstate vs AppBlock

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

Head to head
About

Flowstate

Features
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Most focus apps are easy to ignore. Flowstate is different. It is a strict app blocker that physically stops you from cheating. HOW IT WORKS: - Select the apps that steal your time. - Choose your difficulty from Easy to Deep Focus mode. - Start your timer. You are locked out until the work is done. WHY FLOWSTATE? - Reclaim wasted time from distracting apps. - Cheat-proof: In Deep Focus mode, there is no bypass and no excuses. - Sleep Better: Schedule automatic blocks to end late-night scrolling. - Track Progress: See exactly how much life you have saved from your screen. Stop watching your life happen on a screen. Lock in with Flowstate today. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

AppBlock

Features
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AppBlocker - Take Back Control of Your Screen Time Tired of mindlessly scrolling? AppBlocker helps you break the cycle and reclaim your focus. Block distracting apps, set smart schedules, and watch your screen time drop โ€” one tap at a time. WHY APPBLOCKER? Built on Apple's Screen Time framework, AppBlocker gives you real, system-level control. When an app is blocked, it's truly blocked - no workarounds, no half-measures. KEY FEATURES โ—† Quick Block - Need to focus right now? Pick your distracting apps and block them for 15 minutes, 1 hour, or 4 hours. One tap. Done. โ—† Smart Schedules - Build custom blocking schedules for work hours, study time, family dinners, or bedtime. Choose any apps, any days, any time ranges. โ—† Screen Time Insights - See where your hours go with beautiful daily, weekly, and monthly reports. Track your top apps, categories, and trends. โ—† Long-Term Impact - Visualize how much time you'll save in a year. Small changes, massive results. โ—† Strict Mode - For when you really mean it. Make blocks harder to disable so your past self can't sabotage your future self. โ—† Custom Shield - A friendly reminder appears when you try to open a blocked app, helping you stay on track without shame. โ—† Home Screen Widgets - Track your blocking status and active focus sessions right from your Home Screen and Lock Screen. HOW IT WORKS Grant Screen Time permission (one-time setup) Pick the apps that distract you most Set a schedule or hit Quick Block Stay focused. Repeat. Win. PRIVACY FIRST Your screen time data never leaves your device. We don't sell your data. We don't share it. Your habits are yours. PREMIUM Unlock unlimited schedules, advanced insights, Strict Mode, and more with AppBlocker Premium. Try it free, then choose monthly or yearly. Cancel anytime in Settings. SUBSCRIPTION TERMS โ€ข Payment charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase โ€ข Subscription auto-renews unless turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the period โ€ข Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple ID Settings โ€ข Privacy Policy: https://o9tech.com/appblocker/privacypolicy.html โ€ข Terms of Service: https://o9tech.com/appblocker/terms-conditions.html SUPPORT Questions? Feedback? Email us at support@o9tech.com - we read every message. Stop scrolling. Start living. Download AppBlocker today.

Screenshots

Flowstate4 screens
AppBlock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: AppBlock at none against Flowstate's shown. Flowstate's advantage is iOS requirement (16 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. Flowstate sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month and AppBlock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Flowstate ships an update every 4 weeks, AppBlock every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 7, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences ยท 4 level
Flowstate versus AppBlock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFlowstateAppBlock
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 weeksEvery 3 weeks โ€” better
AdsYesNo โ€” better
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16 โ€” better18.0
Further details โ€” not scored
Size156 MB29 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperKrish ThiruSaif Ur Rehman

In-app purchases

11 purchases

Flowstate

Subscriptions11
  • Pro Monthly$19.991 Month
  • Pro Monthly$24.991 Month
  • Pro Yearly$29.991 Year
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  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$29.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly$49.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$49.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$59.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly7 Days trial$99.991 Year
  • Pro 30 day trial1 Month trial$99.991 Year
  • Pro Yearly1 Year trial$99.991 Year
2 purchases

AppBlock

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Premium$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$49.991 Year

Questions

Is Flowstate free?
Flowstate is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AppBlock free?
AppBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Flowstate or AppBlock have ads?
Flowstate shows ads; AppBlock does not.
Which is updated more often, Flowstate or AppBlock?
Flowstate ships an update every 4 weeks, and AppBlock every 3 weeks. Most recently, Flowstate was updated on September 7, 2026 and AppBlock on September 10, 2026.

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