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Best Free Text Blocker Apps

228+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated May 2026

Out of 228+ free text blocker apps on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Top Picks for Free Text Blocker

Robokiller: Spam Call Blocker#1

Robokiller: Spam Call Blocker by Mosaic S.r.l.

Stop 99% of Robocalls & Texts
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.5😐(413K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#5in Utilities
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This app blocks up to 99% of unwanted spam calls and texts using advanced AI and a vast database. It also offers a unique feature to annoy spammers with automated responses and protects your personal information from being sold online.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Blocks spam calls effectively
  • 😂 Entertaining answer bots
  • 🤫 Reduces unwanted call volume
  • 👍 Convenient call screening

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App issues like resetting, deactivation, and call forwarding problems
  • 🚫 Blocks some legitimate calls
  • 🤖 Concerns about increased spam calls after using the app
Textkiller - Spam Text Blocker#2

Textkiller - Spam Text Blocker by Mosaic S.r.l.

Block Unwanted Messages
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
4.3😐(13K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This app automatically blocks unwanted spam text messages, protecting you from scams and telemarketing. It offers customizable filtering options, a constantly updated global block list, and a privacy-first approach to keep your inbox clean and your personal information secure.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Stops spam texts
  • 👍 Filters messages effectively
  • 💡 Keyword blocking
  • 🚀 Works well when functioning

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App not working after updates
  • 🐛 Issues with premium features
  • 🔍 Concerns about privacy and data access
SpamHound SMS Spam Filter#3

SpamHound SMS Spam Filter by Redwerk OU

Text Messages Spam Blocker App
Worth Considering
🔧 Utilities
4.2😊(1.1K ratings)
Free
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This app acts as a text message blocker, filtering unwanted SMS and MMS content. It allows users to create custom filters and manage blacklists and whitelists to protect against spam, advertising, and unknown senders. The app operates without needing an internet connection and prioritizes user privacy by not accessing message content.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great app
  • 🚀 Works as intended
  • 🚀 Effective in blocking spam
  • 🚀 Excellent SMS blocking

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Doesn't block all spam
  • 🐛 Inconsistent performance
  • 🐛 Requires lots of manual setup

More Free Text Blocker apps to explore

4
Verizon Call Filter
Verizon Call Filter
Verizon Call Filter
Put an end to mystery calls
Free

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.

Identify suspected spam callsAutomatically block high-risk spamReport phone numbers as spam
🔧 Utilities
(300K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Block Spam Texts | Dont Text
Block Spam Texts | Dont Text
Block Spam Texts | Dont Text
Free Junk SMS Message Filter
Free

This app automatically filters unwanted spam text messages by sending them to a dedicated junk folder. It offers customizable filtering options, including blocking by email addresses, keywords, and phone number area codes, ensuring you only see important messages.

Automatic spam text filteringJunk folder for spam messagesBlock texts from email addresses
🔧 Utilities
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Robo Spam Text & Call Blocker
Robo Spam Text & Call Blocker
Robo Spam Text & Call Blocker
Block & Filter Message Spammer
Free

This app provides immediate relief from robocalls, telemarketing, and spam text messages. It blocks unwanted calls and messages, including those using neighbor spoofing, and also prevents spam and ads in your Safari web browser. Enjoy a risk-free trial before subscribing to a service that reduces unwanted calls by up to 99%.

Blocks robocalls and telemarketing callsFilters spam text messagesBlocks Safari browser ads and popups
🔧 Utilities
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
7
YouMail: Block Spam on iPhone
YouMail: Block Spam on iPhone
YouMail: Block Spam on iPhone
Safer Calls, Texts & Voicemail
Free

This app blocks unwanted robocalls and spam texts, offering safer communication. It provides a free tier with basic blocking and a privacy scan, with premium options for enhanced protection and an additional phone number.

Robocall blockingSpam text blockingSafer visual voicemail
🔧 Utilities
(98K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Nomorobo Max Spam Call Blocker
Nomorobo Max Spam Call Blocker
Nomorobo Max Spam Call Blocker
Call Filter & Scam Shield
Free

This app blocks 100% of spam calls and texts using advanced technology and a vast database of known robocallers. It ensures you never miss important calls while protecting you from scams and unwanted messages. The service also offers a family plan for comprehensive protection.

Blocks 100% of spam calls and textsWorld's largest database of robocallersAI-powered insights for continuous improvement
📊 Productivity
(5K)
subscription
9
RealCall - Spam Call Blocker
RealCall - Spam Call Blocker
RealCall - Spam Call Blocker
Robo call blocker scam shield
Free

Automatically identify and filter out unwanted calls, robocalls, and telemarketers using advanced AI. Protect yourself from scams and unknown numbers with customizable blocklists and smart alerts. Enjoy an ad-free experience and advanced features with a premium subscription.

AI-powered spam call blockingFraud SMS detectionCustom blocklist and whitelist
🔧 Utilities
(25K)
freemium
10
Robo Shield: AI Spam Filter
Robo Shield: AI Spam Filter
Robo Shield: AI Spam Filter
Block Unknown Caller ID Scams
Free

This app uses artificial intelligence to screen incoming calls, distinguishing legitimate calls from spam, robo callers, and scams. It acts as a personal call assistant, identifying unknown callers and providing detailed information about each call.

AI-powered call screeningIdentifies spam, unverified, and verified callsAdvanced Caller ID with call categorization
🔧 Utilities
(54)
subscription
11
AdBlock Pro for Safari
AdBlock Pro for Safari
AdBlock Pro for Safari
Ad Blocker for Web & Youtube
Free

Enhance your web browsing on Apple devices by blocking intrusive ads, trackers, and annoying pop-ups. This tool speeds up page loading, saves data and battery, and offers enhanced privacy features for a cleaner online experience.

Block pop-ups, banners, and autoplay videosPrevent online tracking and data collectionIncrease browsing speed and reduce data usage
🔧 Utilities
(71K)
freemium
12
Nomorobo - Robocall Blocker
Nomorobo - Robocall Blocker
Nomorobo - Robocall Blocker
Call Filter & Scam Shield
Free

This app blocks unwanted robocalls, telemarketers, spam texts, and scammers from reaching your phone. It identifies and filters out millions of malicious callers daily, while allowing important alerts to get through. Enjoy peace of mind with real-time protection and customizable blocking options.

Real-time robocall blockingIdentifies new robocallers dailyAllows important alerts
🔧 Utilities
(21K)
free with in-app purchases
13
SpamSafe: Spam Call Blocker
SpamSafe: Spam Call Blocker
SpamSafe: Spam Call Blocker
Lookup & Block Unknown Numbers
Free

Block unwanted calls and messages with advanced caller ID, filtering, and a customizable blacklist. Protect yourself from spam, robocalls, and scams with real-time detection and defense.

Spam call blockerReal-time caller IDIntelligent call filter
🔧 Utilities
(4.6K)
free with in-app purchases
14
Spam Call and Text Blocker
Spam Call and Text Blocker
Spam Call and Text Blocker
Block Scam and Filter Spammers
Free

This app filters unwanted spam texts and protects you from scams. It automatically checks incoming messages for suspicious content, sending them to a junk folder while keeping your data private. Customize blocking and allow lists for a cleaner inbox.

Automatic spam and scam detectionMessages filtered to junk folderOn-device message checking for privacy
🔧 Utilities
(59)
free with in-app purchases
15
Ghost - Second Phone Number
Ghost - Second Phone Number
Ghost - Second Phone Number
Private Text & Call
Free

Get a private, local phone number to stop spam and protect your identity. Receive texts, make unlimited calls, and use a temporary number for online sign-ups and transactions without revealing your real number.

Temporary phone numberUnlimited callsSMS verification codes
🔧 Utilities
(7.8K)
subscription
16
Call & Text Blocker・Block Spam
Call & Text Blocker・Block Spam
Call & Text Blocker・Block Spam
Stop scam & annoying robocalls
Free

Block unwanted spam texts and calls with advanced filtering options. Organize your messages into categories and protect your finances from fraud. Enjoy 100% privacy as all filtering occurs offline on your device.

Block and Allow listsKeyword-based filteringEmail and link blocking
🔧 Utilities
(49)
free with in-app purchases
17
Burner: Second Phone Number
Burner: Second Phone Number
Burner: Second Phone Number
Private Text, Voice Calls, VPN
Free

Create and manage multiple private phone numbers for calls and texts. Keep your personal number secure by using disposable lines for different contacts or situations. Organize communications and block unwanted spam.

Multiple private phone numbersUnlimited SMS and callsBurn or swap numbers
🔧 Utilities
(93K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Hit Em Up: Mass Text Bulk SMS
Hit Em Up: Mass Text Bulk SMS
Hit Em Up: Mass Text Bulk SMS
Private one-to-one Group Text
Free

Send personalized mass texts and emails to your contacts. Save time by automating outreach with custom inserts and AI-assisted writing. Connect with your audience across multiple platforms like SMS, iMessage, WhatsApp, and email.

Personalized mass textingAI-assisted message writingScheduled message sending
🌐 Social Networking
(4.8K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Robocall Blocker - Roblock
Robocall Blocker - Roblock
Robocall Blocker - Roblock
Stop Spam Calls, Filter Text
Free

This app blocks unwanted spam and robocalls, and filters spam text messages. It features a large, community-updated database of spam numbers and allows users to choose between identifying or completely blocking calls. Contacts are never blocked.

Block spam callsFilter spam SMSLarge spam number database
🔧 Utilities
(408)
freemium
20
Junkman: AI Spam SMS Blocker
Junkman: AI Spam SMS Blocker
Junkman: AI Spam SMS Blocker
Smart spam message filter
Free

This app intelligently filters incoming text messages, categorizing them as normal, junk, transaction, or promotional. It utilizes advanced machine learning and a dedicated spam database to block unwanted messages, operating entirely offline for enhanced privacy. Users can also create custom rules for precise control over message filtering.

AI-powered message classificationSpam and threat databaseCustomizable rule lists with Regex support
📊 Productivity
(114)
free with in-app purchases