# Verizon Call Filter vs Wonder Shield

Verizon Call Filter and Wonder Shield both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 96% of Wonder Shield's written reviews are positive against 39% of Verizon Call Filter's. Wonder Shield also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). Verizon Call Filter's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 5) and ratings volume (337K vs 58). On price, rating, ads and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Wonder Shield sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Verizon Call Filter asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Verizon Call Filter against 4.8 for Wonder Shield. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Verizon Call Filter has 337K ratings behind it against 58, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 39% of Verizon Call Filter's written reviews are positive against 96% of Wonder Shield's.

Verizon Call Filter ships an update every 2 months, Wonder Shield every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 11, 2026 and November 7, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Verizon Call Filter | Wonder Shield |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (337K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verizon-call-filter/id777875529/reviews) | **[4.8 (58 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wonder-shield-block-call/id6447752194/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **337K** | 58 |
| Positive reviews | 38.6% of reviews | **96.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 3 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#120** | — |
| Size | 88 MB | 27 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.1** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Verizon Wireless](https://appshunter.io/developer/411772703) | [小利 薛](https://appshunter.io/developer/1675817893) |

## What reviewers say

### Verizon Call Filter

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/verizon-call-filter/id777875529)

**Currently charting:** #120 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

This app helps you identify and block unwanted spam and robocalls. It automatically screens incoming calls, alerts you to suspected spam, and can send high-risk callers directly to voicemail. You can also report spam numbers and customize your blocking preferences for greater control over your calls.

**Highlights:** Identify suspected spam calls, Automatically block high-risk spam, Report phone numbers as spam, Block robocalls, Adjust spam filter settings, Caller ID (Plus feature), Block neighborhoods (Plus feature)

**Features:** Apple Wallet

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Blocks spam calls
- 🔒 Helps reduce spam
- 👍 Works well for some users
- ⭐️ Useful tool
- 👍 Effective at blocking spam

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Doesn't block all spam calls
- 🔒 Blocks legitimate calls
- 💰 Paid version required for full functionality
- 🤔 Questionable effectiveness
- 🤔 Doesn't seem to work well

**Reported bugs**

- App blocks all calls after installation
- Doesn't show blocked call history
- Inconsistent performance

**Requested features**

- Ability to block more numbers
- Improved spam detection and blocking
- Better integration with phone app
- More transparency on how the app works


### Wonder Shield

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wonder-shield-block-call/id6447752194)

This AI-powered communication security app blocks spam calls and fraudulent texts using advanced recognition algorithms. It offers virtual number management, unknown number lookup, and customizable blocking rules for a cleaner, more secure communication experience.

**Highlights:** AI-powered call blocking, Virtual number for privacy, Unknown number lookup, Customizable blacklists/whitelists, Import life service contacts, Real-time intent recognition

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Subscription Service | $1.99 | per month |
| Proactive Blocking Service | $2.99 | per month |
| 50 credis / 0.99 USD | $0.99 | one-time |
| 105 credis / 1.99 USD | $1.99 | one-time |
| 530 credis / 9.99 USD | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Effective Spam Blocking
- 🔒 Reliable Privacy Protection
- 👍 User-Friendly Interface
- 🚀 Efficient Call Filtering
- 👍 Customizable Settings

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Limited Geographical Coverage
- 🐛 Increased Spam with App Enabled

**Reported bugs**

- Inconsistent Spam Blocking Performance
- Compatibility Issues with Certain Devices

**Requested features**

- Expand Geographical Coverage
- Improve Spam Detection Algorithms


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Verizon Call Filter free?

Verizon Call Filter is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Wonder Shield free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Verizon Call Filter or Wonder Shield?

Wonder Shield is rated higher. Verizon Call Filter averages 4.7 out of 5 from 337K ratings, while Wonder Shield averages 4.8 from 58 ratings.

### Do Verizon Call Filter or Wonder Shield have ads?

Neither Verizon Call Filter nor Wonder Shield shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Verizon Call Filter or Wonder Shield?

Verizon Call Filter ships an update every 2 months, and Wonder Shield every 3 weeks. Most recently, Verizon Call Filter was updated on November 11, 2026 and Wonder Shield on November 7, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*