Time to Read Pro vs Bloxy
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Time to Read Pro
Estimate the reading time for any online article directly within Safari. This extension helps you decide if a piece is worth your time and allows you to customize your reading experience by hiding indicators on short content or blocking distracting websites.
- Estimates reading duration for web articles
- Customizable reading speed (WPM)
- Option to hide indicator for short content
- Block distracting websites
- Clean reading time labels on webpages
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See how long it’ll take to read any article—right in Safari. Time to Read Pro is a Safari extension that estimates reading duration for blog posts, news, and long-form content across the web. Know the time commitment upfront, auto-hide on short reads, and stay focused by disabling on distracting sites. - Clean reading time labels on any webpage - Customize reading speed (WPM) - Hide indicator for short blurbs - Block on specific websites (e.g., Reddit, Twitter, etc.) Fast, private, and fully native Whether you’re reading casually or managing focus time, Time to Read Pro helps you make better decisions before you scroll.
Bloxy
Turn your daily tasks and habits into a fun puzzle game. Stack blocks, earn points, and unlock rewards as you build streaks and achieve your goals. This app prioritizes your privacy with on-device data storage and seamless syncing.
- Gamified habit tracking with block stacking
- Motivation through points and streaks
- Customizable themes and rewards
- Progress and streak tracking
- On-device privacy
- iCloud and manual syncing
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Bloxy is a gamified habit tracker and daily to-do app that turns productivity into a fun puzzle game. Build habits, track streaks, and stay motivated while stacking blocks and unlocking rewards. Why You’ll Love Bloxy Gamified Habit Tracking – Complete tasks and watch them turn into blocks you can stack in a puzzle game. Motivation Made Fun – Clear lines, earn points, and hit streaks to stay consistent with your daily goals. Custom Themes & Rewards – Unlock beautiful block designs and personalize your game board. Track Progress & Streaks – View stats, scores, and habit completion rates to see how you’re improving over time. Privacy First – Your data stays on your device. No sign-ups, no tracking, no sharing. Seamless Sync – iCloud and manual backup and syncing keep your habits safe across devices. Build Better Habits, One Block at a Time Bloxy helps you stay productive, organized, and motivated. Whether you’re building routines, completing tasks, or chasing streaks, Bloxy makes self-improvement fun. Terms of Service: https://www.bloxyapp.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://www.bloxyapp.com/privacy
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Bloxy at 100% against Time to Read Pro's 0%. Bloxy also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 17.0). Time to Read Pro's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3). On price, ads and device support 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
Both are free to download. Bloxy sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Time to Read Pro asks for nothing beyond the download.
| Parameter | Time to Read Pro | Bloxy |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | 5.0 (8 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | — | 8 — better |
| Update frequency | — | Every 4 days |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Freemium |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 2 MB | 39 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Aryaman Sharda | Jason Chen |
Customer experience
Time to Read Pro
Bloxy
In-app purchases
Time to Read Pro
No in-app purchases
Bloxy
- Bloxy Pro Monthly3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Bloxy Pro Yearly3 Days trial$14.991 Year
- Bloxy Pro Lifetime$19.99









