# EventBlock vs ShootCal

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: EventBlock at none against ShootCal's 6. ShootCal's advantage is device support (4 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. ShootCal sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. EventBlock asks for nothing beyond the download.

## The numbers

| Metric | EventBlock | ShootCal |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | — | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shootcal/id6768516075/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | — | **1** |
| Positive reviews | — | 100.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | — | Every 3 days |
| Monetization | — | Free |
| Size | 3 MB | 22 MB |
| Requires iOS | 26.0 | 26.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Optimization Lab LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1082932084) | [Ryan Smith Photography, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896524292) |

## What reviewers say

### EventBlock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/eventblock/id6768109193)

**In-app purchases:** none


### ShootCal

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shootcal/id6768516075)

This calendar app is designed for photographers and content creators to plan shoots around optimal light conditions. It integrates with Google Calendar and Contacts, offering features like automated sunset/sunrise scheduling, weather, and tide information. It also includes client management tools and deposit tracking.

**Highlights:** Automated sunset/sunrise scheduling, Tides and weather information, Client management and tracking, Deposit tracking, Google Calendar and Contacts sync, Custom session types

**Features:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (6)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| ShootCal Basic | $4.99 | per month |
| ShootCal Plus | $11.99 | per month |
| ShootCal Pro | $24.99 | per month |
| Buy Me a Coffee | $2.99 | one-time |
| Buy Me a Pizza | $7.99 | one-time |
| Sponsor a Feature | $19.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is EventBlock free?

EventBlock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is ShootCal free?

ShootCal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Do EventBlock or ShootCal have ads?

Neither EventBlock nor ShootCal shows ads.

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