Comparison

TezBlock vs chapter lock

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

chapter lock

This app helps you read more by blocking distracting applications until you meet your reading goals. Set custom reading targets, track your progress, and build a consistent daily habit of turning screen time into reading time.

Highlights
  • App blocking for social media and games
  • Flexible reading goals (pages or time)
  • Reading habit building
  • Streak tracking for consistency
  • Reading insights and progress tracking
  • In-app library for tracking books
Features
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chapter lock become the reader you keep saying you want to be “a reader lives a thousand lives before he dies” - George R.R. Martin how to use chapter lock: 1. choose which apps to block 2. set your reading goal 3. read a specific number of pages, or for a set number of minutes 4. unlock your apps and move on with your day feeling refreshed if you want to read more and scroll less, chapter lock helps you get there with a simple rule: before you open distracting apps, you read. we aren’t another complicated reading tracker. we help you turn wasted screen time into reading time, build a real daily habit, and finally make progress on the books you keep meaning to finish. what’s inside - app blocking for instagram, tiktok, reddit, youtube, games, and more - flexible goals: one chapter, a specific page count, or a timed reading session - a library for tracking what you’re reading - streaks that show your consistency growing - reading insights that help you see your progress good for - building a daily reading habit - reducing screen time without deleting every app - finishing the books already on your shelf - replacing doomscrolling with something you actually want if you have ideas or questions, send us an email at [hi@chapterlock.com](mailto:hi@chapterlock.com)! *note: all app blocking, reading tracking, streaks, and insights require an active subscription.* no features available without one. terms: https://chapterlock.com/legal/terms privacy policy: https://chapterlock.com/legal/privacy

Screenshots

TezBlock4 screens
chapter lock4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TezBlock at 86% against chapter lock's 0%. TezBlock also leads on rating (4.8 vs 3.5) and monetization model (freemium vs subscription). chapter lock's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 11 days). On price, ads, in-app purchases 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. TezBlock sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and chapter lock sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

TezBlock holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 3.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: TezBlock has 16 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 86% of TezBlock's written reviews are positive against 0% of chapter lock's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TezBlock ships an update every 11 days, chapter lock every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 3, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
TezBlock versus chapter lock: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTezBlockchapter lock
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (16 ratings) — better3.5 (2 ratings)
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings16 — better2
Update frequencyEvery 11 daysEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemium — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS17.617.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size219 MB25 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperGandzhiya EdalivaCaccamedia LLC

Customer experience

TezBlock

All ratings16 ratings
Positive93.8%
Neutral0.0%
Negative6.3%
Written reviews7 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral0.0%
Negative14.3%

chapter lock

All ratings2 ratings
Positive50.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative50.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

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
2 purchases

chapter lock

Subscriptions2
  • pro (weekly)$6.997 Days
  • pro (yearly)3 Days trial$49.991 Year

Questions

Is TezBlock free?
TezBlock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is chapter lock free?
chapter lock is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, TezBlock or chapter lock?
TezBlock is rated higher. TezBlock averages 4.8 out of 5 from 16 ratings, while chapter lock averages 3.5 from 2 ratings.
Do TezBlock or chapter lock have ads?
Neither TezBlock nor chapter lock shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TezBlock or chapter lock?
TezBlock ships an update every 11 days, and chapter lock every 2 days. Most recently, TezBlock was updated on October 3, 2026 and chapter lock on October 9, 2026.

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