Binky Block vs The Connected Shop
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Binky Block
This app helps you block distracting applications by engaging you in a negotiation with a virtual coach. Instead of a hard block, you explain why you need access, leading to more intentional usage and better focus.
- Negotiate app access with a virtual coach
- Block distracting applications
- Set custom schedules for app blocking
- Track focus wins and slip-ups
- Engage 'Touch Grass' mode for real-world activities
- Choose from five coaching styles
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Block distractions. Get things done. Live your life. Binky Block is the app blocker that actually negotiates with you. Most blockers slam the door and lean on willpower you've already run out of. Binky doesn't. When you reach for a blocked app, you don't hit a brick wall — you hit Binky, a baby chimpanzee focus coach who asks one simple question: "What are you actually opening it for?" Make your case. Sometimes he caves. Sometimes he roasts you. Either way, you think before you scroll. HOW THE NEGOTIATION WORKS 1. You tap a blocked app. Binky pops up instead — no countdown, no shame. 2. You make your case. "Just 5 minutes" works on a wall. It doesn't always work on Binky. 3. You win, lose, or learn. Granted: a few minutes back. Denied: try again later. Either way, you moved with intent. WHAT YOU GET - Block the apps that eat your day, from TikTok and Instagram to anything else that keeps pulling you back. - Schedules that stick. Lock yourself out during mornings, work hours, or after midnight — before your willpower bails. - Negotiate to unlock. Talk to Binky instead of mindlessly tapping past a timer. - Honest stats. Wins, slip-ups, and streaks. Just the facts, no shame attached. - Touch Grass mode. Binky suggests something better: a book, water, a walk, your group chat. - Five coaching styles. Pick the Binky that actually gets through to you. WHO IT'S FOR If you've tried screen-time limits, grayscale, and raw willpower and you're still doomscrolling at midnight, Binky Block is built for you. Great for focus, studying, working from home, ADHD brains, and anyone trying to break a phone habit for good. PRIVATE BY DESIGN Binky Block uses Apple's Screen Time (Family Controls) framework, which means we literally cannot see which apps you block. We don't sell your data, and we never show ads. Ever. PRICING Start with a 7-day free trial on any subscription. A free plan is always available with one blocked app. Paid plans unlock unlimited blocked apps, all five coaching styles, full stats, and Touch Grass mode. Subscriptions auto-renew until canceled. Manage or cancel anytime in Settings > Apple ID > Subscriptions. Privacy Policy: https://binkyblock.app/privacy.html Terms of Use: https://binkyblock.app/terms Download Binky Block and take your time back, twin.
The Connected Shop
Manage smart door locks and access control remotely. Effortlessly pair devices, create custom scenes, and monitor activity in real-time for enhanced property security and convenience.
- Instant device pairing
- Tap-to-run shortcuts
- Custom smart scenes
- Real-time monitoring
- Centralized device management
- Keyless convenience
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Take complete control of your property's security with the official mobile app from The Connected Shop. Built primarily to deliver effortless access control and keyless convenience, our app puts total management of your smart door locks directly at your fingertips anytime, anywhere. Enjoy total peace of mind alongside seamless smart device integration. KEY FEATURES: Instant Device Pairing: Effortlessly discover, scan, and connect nearby smart door locks and devices over Wi-Fi or Bluetooth in seconds. Tap-To-Run Shortcuts: Execute complex actions instantly with custom, single-tap shortcuts tailored to your daily routine. Custom Smart Scenes: Automate your space by creating personalized routines that adjust your smart locks, sensors, and connected devices automatically. Real-Time Monitoring: Track access logs, manage user permissions, and monitor your device statuses live to ensure complete peace of mind. Centralized Management: Add, group, and organize all your Connected Shop devices within a clean, intuitive dashboard. Whether you're managing entry for your home, office, or commercial property, The Connected Shop mobile app delivers fast, secure, and modern smart management made simple. Download today and experience smart control in real-time.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: The Connected Shop at none against Binky Block's 3. The Connected Shop also leads on iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). On price, rating, ratings volume and ads 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. Binky Block sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per 7 days. The Connected Shop asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Binky Block against 5.0 for The Connected Shop. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 3 respectively.
| Parameter | Binky Block | The Connected Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (3 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 | 3 |
| Update frequency | Weekly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 14.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 85 MB | 220 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Popview LLC | Connected Shop Inc. |
Customer experience
Binky Block
The Connected Shop
In-app purchases
Binky Block
- Binky Block Weekly$4.997 Days
- Binky Block Monthly$9.991 Month
- Binky Block Annual7 Days trial$49.991 Year
The Connected Shop
No in-app purchases
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