Comparison

Clear vs Block Reels Shorts

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

Head to head
About

Clear

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Clear is the ultimate minimalist notepad for your fleeting thoughts, quick reminders, and private ideas. When you know your words will vanish forever, you might just be surprised by how freely you write. No saving. No history. No clutter. Just open the app, jot down whatever is on your mind, and when you are done—simply shake your phone or swipe the screen. Your note vanishes instantly, leaving a perfectly clean slate.

About

Block Reels Shorts

This app helps you regain control of your screen time by blocking addictive short-form video content on major social media platforms. It offers various blocking modes and detailed usage analytics to promote healthier digital habits.

Highlights
  • Block short-form videos on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Snapchat
  • Built-in browser with automatic content filtering
  • Three blocking modes: Block All, Day Limit, Break Mode
  • Track short video usage with detailed analytics
  • Customizable controls for platforms and time limits
  • Ad-free experience with premium subscription
Features
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Block Reels and Shorts. Stop doomscrolling and reclaim your screen time. Tired of endlessly scrolling through short videos? Caught in the loop of Reels, Shorts, and TikTok? StopScroll is the shorts blocker that puts you back in control. Break free from mindless scrolling and take charge of your digital habits by blocking short-form video content across every major platform. HOW IT WORKS StopScroll opens social media platforms in a built-in browser that automatically filters out short-form video content. Shorts tabs, Reels feeds, and TikTok videos are hidden before you ever see them — so you can browse the content you actually care about without falling into the doomscrolling trap. BLOCK SHORTS AND REELS Put yourself in command. StopScroll lets you block Shorts, Reels, and TikTok content with just a few taps. Choose which platforms to block — YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or Snapchat — and browse without distractions. No more "just one more video." STOP THE SHORTS ADDICTION Short videos are engineered to keep you scrolling. StopScroll breaks the cycle by removing them entirely. Whether you are struggling with a Shorts addiction, a Reels habit, or spending hours on TikTok, this app helps you regain focus on what truly matters. THREE POWERFUL BLOCKING MODES Block All: Completely remove all short-form video content from every enabled platform. The strongest protection against doomscrolling. Day Limit: Set a daily time limit for short video viewing. Once your limit is reached, blocking activates automatically. A balanced approach for users who want some control without going cold turkey. Break Mode: Temporarily pause blocking when you genuinely need a break. Premium users can set custom break durations and get right back on track. TRACK YOUR SHORT VIDEO USAGE See exactly how much time you spend on Reels, Shorts, and TikTok. StopScroll provides detailed analytics broken down by platform and day, so you can monitor your habits and measure your progress over time. ADVANCED FILTERS Choose exactly which platforms to block. Enable or disable blocking for YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Snapchat individually. Your preferences are saved and applied automatically every time you open the app. CUSTOMIZABLE CONTROLS Tailor StopScroll to fit your needs. Set specific daily time limits with hour and minute precision. Configure break durations. Toggle individual platforms on or off. Every setting is designed to give you a personalized and effective strategy to combat short video addiction. PROTECT YOUR DIGITAL WELL-BEING Promote healthy screen time habits by removing the most addictive content from your social media experience. StopScroll helps you use your device with intention — not compulsion. Block Reels. Block Shorts. Stop doomscrolling. Start living. PREMIUM FEATURES Unlock Break Mode with custom durations, advanced per-app filters, and an ad-free experience. Choose from flexible monthly or yearly plans with a free trial to get started. Download StopScroll now and reclaim your time from the grip of Shorts, Reels, and TikTok. EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Clear at none against Block Reels Shorts's 2. Block Reels Shorts's advantage is device support and iOS requirement (16.0 vs 18.2). On price 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. Block Reels Shorts sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per month. Clear asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Clear versus Block Reels Shorts: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterClearBlock Reels Shorts
PriceFreeFree
Rating—3.7 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings—3 — better
Update frequency—Every 2 months
Ads—No
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
Monetization—Freemium
Devices—iPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS18.216.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB34 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXiaoheng ChenMoumen Hamada

In-app purchases

None

Clear

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

Block Reels Shorts

Subscriptions2
  • StopScroll Premium$7.991 Month
  • StopScroll Premium3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is Clear free?
Clear is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Block Reels Shorts free?
Block Reels Shorts is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

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