248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed
Out of 248+ shorts blocker apps on iOS, 16 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.
| # | App | Price | Rating | Ads | In-App Purchases | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  | Free | 4.7★ (4K) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 2 |  | $1.99 was $2.99 | 3.9★ (131) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
| 3 |  | Free | 3.9★ (26) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 4 |  | Free was $0.99 | — | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 5 |  | Free | 5.0★ (1) | No | No | Jul 2026 |
| 6 |  | Free | 4.0★ (159) | No | Yes | Aug 2026 |
| 7 |  | Free | — | No | No | May 2026 |
| 8 |  | $1.99 | 4.5★ (2) | No | No | Aug 2026 |
This app helps you use social media more intentionally by removing addictive features like endless video feeds and algorithmic recommendations. It preserves essential functions like direct messaging and profile viewing, allowing you to stay connected without losing hours to scrolling.
This app completely removes YouTube Shorts from your browsing experience. Enjoy a cleaner, more focused YouTube without endless scrolling. It helps you stay on track with your intended content.
This app helps you break digital bad habits by creating a brief pause before accessing distracting apps or features like shorts and reels. It uses psychological principles and customizable challenges to encourage mindful technology use and improve productivity.
This tool helps you avoid distracting short-form video content on popular social platforms. It works by blocking these videos directly within your web browser, allowing for a more focused browsing experience.
This extension for Safari blocks YouTube Shorts across your devices, removing them from feeds, search results, and navigation. It offers a private browsing experience with no data collection and is completely free to use.
Regain focus by selectively removing distracting elements from websites like social media feeds and video suggestions. Customize what you block on supported platforms, keeping essential features accessible. Sync your settings across Apple devices for a seamless experience.
This app helps you reclaim your viewing experience by removing distracting short-form video content from your feed. It offers a cleaner interface for a more focused watch time across multiple devices. Take control of your content consumption.
This app blocks the YouTube news feed, preventing endless scrolling and distracting content. It allows users to access YouTube for specific videos without falling down rabbit holes of unrelated content. Enjoy a more focused viewing experience.
This utility removes ads, Shorts, recommendations, and autoplay from video content. It offers customizable homepage layouts and playback enhancements for a cleaner viewing experience. Privacy is prioritized with zero data collection.
This utility removes the Shorts feed, previews, and suggestions from YouTube in Safari, helping users focus on long-form content. It offers a clean YouTube homepage and is designed for privacy and productivity.
This app helps you regain control over your social media usage by blocking addictive features like Reels, Stories, and infinite feeds on major platforms. It allows you to customize your experience, set time limits, and track your progress towards better digital wellness.
