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Getcontact vs PhoneBlock
Both stand on call blocker apps. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb
Getcontact combines caller identification, automatic spam protection and community reporting, with profile controls and a free basic version. Consider the contacts permission and the phone-based setup for computer access before choosing it.
Visit Getcontact Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+2
PhoneBlock offers community-based spam blocking for Android, landlines and phone systems, with an iPhone method based on CardDAV. It is free to use, though the operator advises against business use.
Visit PhoneBlockThe facts
| Getcontact | PhoneBlock | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | No | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, iPhone, Web | Android, API, iPhone, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium Yearly: $18.99 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 11 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | getcontact.com | phoneblock.net |
| On call blocker apps | #1 of 41 | #3 of 41 |
Getcontact: what it does well
- Spam Protection covers robocalls and scam calls.
- Users can report unwanted calls.
- Privacy controls allow profile edits or deactivation.
- Support is available 24/7.
- Free mobile app provides standard functionality.
What to know first
- The app may request access to contacts.
- Computer web access requires scanning a code with the phone app.
- Premium costs $2.99 a month.
- Paid tariffs set monthly search and tag-view limits.
PhoneBlock: what it does well
- Free to use, with donations optional
- Community reports add numbers to a shared blacklist
- Android app keeps call history and supports personal lists
- Landline options include Fritz!Box and CardDAV
- Licensed under GPL-3.0
What to know first
- Android app requires Android 10 or later
- Documented iPhone setup syncs numbers into contacts
- Native iPhone app is still in development
- Terms advise against business use
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