Comparison

TezBlock vs Descreened

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

Head to head
About

TezBlock

This app introduces physical friction to block distracting applications. Instead of tapping 'Ignore Limit' on screen time warnings, use NFC tags or QR codes placed away from your device to lock apps. Set timers or schedules for focused work or study sessions.

Highlights
  • Block apps with NFC tags
  • Block apps with QR codes
  • Customizable timers for focus sessions
  • Automated blocking schedules
  • Manual blocking with friction
  • Block app categories and websites
  • Unlimited focus profiles
Features
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Make room for real life with TezBlock. Block distracting apps and websites, create focus routines, and see your progress—all in a calm woodland space. FOCUS YOUR WAY • Start a session with a timer or manual controls. • Use an NFC tag or QR code to make unlocking a deliberate action. • Create profiles for work, study, and downtime. • Set recurring schedules and optional breaks. • Follow your streak, focus sessions, and activity in Stats. • Focus with friends, share progress, and use widgets and Siri shortcuts. Core blocking works without an account. Sign in only if you want Friends and synced session history. NFC modes require a compatible iPhone and NFC tag. QR modes require a code to scan. No dedicated TezBlock hardware is required. MEMBERSHIP TezBlock is free to download. Membership unlocks all blocking modes, unlimited profiles, schedules, breaks, and insights. Eligible new subscribers get one month free, then $1.99/month or $19.99/year in the U.S. Local prices may vary. Subscriptions renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the trial or billing period ends. Manage or cancel in App Store settings. One introductory offer per subscription group. Past subscription payments do not grant lifetime access. Use Restore Purchases to recover an active subscription or an existing lifetime purchase. Existing subscriptions are not canceled automatically. The optional developer tip does not unlock features. Privacy: https://tezblock.app/privacy.html Terms: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

Descreened

Features
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Descreened blocks distracting apps and websites on your terms — unlock with a challenge, or turn on strict mode and wait it out until the next day. No account, no sign-up; everything runs on your device with Apple Screen Time. Start with a 3-day free trial. BLOCK • Apps and websites — individually, or grouped (social media, games, news) • On a schedule and/or with a daily time limit • Switch on strict mode — no unlocking once blocked; forced to wait it out* * You still get 3 emergency unlocks (15 minutes each) every 30 days. UNLOCK METHODS • Breathing • Push-ups • Squats • Steps • Completed to-dos • PIN code • NFC tag • QR code • Apple Health goals SEE YOUR USAGE • Screen time • Pickups • Notifications HEALTH • See how your screen time lines up with your Apple Health data • Spot day-to-day patterns across sleep, activity, heart rate, and steps • Computed privately on your device — your health data is never shared WHY DESCREENED • No lengthy sign-up process • Runs on-device with Apple Screen Time • Anonymous analytics only — your data stays yours Make your phone work for you — not the other way around. SUBSCRIPTION Descreened is an auto-renewing subscription: a 3-day free trial, then $1.99/month. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at the end of the free trial and renews monthly unless canceled at least 24 hours before the period ends. Manage or cancel anytime in your Apple Account settings. Privacy Policy: https://descreened.com/privacy Terms of Use: https://descreened.com/terms

Screenshots

TezBlock4 screens
Descreened4 screens

Verdict

The call

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

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. TezBlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Descreened sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TezBlock ships an update weekly, Descreened every 11 days. The most recent releases landed on October 19, 2026 and October 8, 2026 respectively.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
TezBlock versus Descreened: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTezBlockDescreened
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyWeekly — betterEvery 11 days
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.6 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size219 MB98 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGandzhiya EdalivaHayden Rhodea LLC

In-app purchases

3 purchases

TezBlock

Subscriptions2
  • TezBlock Pro Monthly7 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • TezBlock Pro Annual7 Days trial$24.991 Year
One-time1
  • Tip the Developer$1.99
1 purchases

Descreened

Subscriptions1
  • Descreened3 Days trial$1.991 Month

Questions

Is TezBlock free?
TezBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Descreened free?
Descreened is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TezBlock or Descreened have ads?
Neither TezBlock nor Descreened shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TezBlock or Descreened?
TezBlock ships an update weekly, and Descreened every 11 days. Most recently, TezBlock was updated on October 19, 2026 and Descreened on October 8, 2026.

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