BB Reviews

BB is the best value on the market. However there is still room for improvement in what I would consider basic features.
1. Trying a Siri-powered schema using a shortcut I continuously get the question “what’s the schema” and despite naming every schema I have it never enables one and just keeps asking me.
2. There is no schema that allows someone to block for a time-period (e.g. 30 minutes). I feel like this should be a basic feature.

I downloaded and got the pro version of BB a while ago, and I am impressed by it's powerful capabilities. You can set up more than just a single Downtime with BB. Imagine having lots of Downtimes at different times of the day, each one having a group of apps, like social media and entertainment, blocked during the period that you set. BB can go further with the power of Shortcuts. I mostly use BB to block apps while a focus is turned on, since most of my focus settings have scheduled times anyway. And even though BB doesn't sync to the cloud, I can set the same groups of apps to be blocked when a focus is turned on across multiple devices, so when I turn on a focus, the same groups of apps can be blocked, this works because focus settings can be set up to sync across iCloud. I have a suggestion, it would be nice to lock my settings with a passcode and prevent BB from being deleted. Overall, this is an awesome productivity tool that I will use throughout my day, along with what's already available with the default Screen Time capabilities.

Hello sir

BB is incredibly helpful and really worth it , i was hoping you add some features like blocking the settings while the schedule is on , blocking the private browser in safari which will give a lot of help for people who struggling from corn addiction again thank you .

It works incredibly and I am finally able to focus on work without browsing instagram, I would give it ten stars if I could. Much Thanks!!

Even the free version of BB is great. I love being able to block different apps and create a schedule. You can block websites too.

Doesn’t try to do too much, just allows me to easily schedule blocks on apps and websites. Much more manageable than the “downtime” functionality included in Apple’s ScreenTime controls.

BB is easy to understand and customizable in every way that I could want without being too complicated! It’s been great for helping me limit app and screen time.

I rarely leave reviews, but BB is so good that I need to share my thoughts. Simple, intuitive interface. I love Strict Mode, and it’s been so effective at keeping me focused! Thank you for developing BB. It is super valuable, and I will recommend it to everyone I know!

burnout buddy is great. for a free little app, it’s a powerhouse that helps you take control of your free time again. i do think some of the ux could use a little tweaking, like the flow for selecting what to apps to block has some mixed signals, but due to its overall value, it still gets five stars from me. just bought pro to support the developer after using this app for a few months because of how much i appreciate BB. the ability to set time window limitations has been a complete game changer; you should try it!

Unlike the screen time function on iPhones BB is designed to actually help you stay off the apps you need to when you need to. It took me a little bit to figure out the timing of schemas but now I love it. This is the cure for doomscrolling.
Thank you!

Being able to set strict mode makes it way harder to cheat when you run out of time and it’s been great for curbing the doomscrolling habits. I appreciate that you can do most of the things for free, but will buy soon to support the dev!

I tried several apps for app blocking, before coming across Burnout Buddy. Honestly I was oddly, initially deterred from trying BB because of the hokey app icon, but was pleasantly surprised by what it had to offer when I finally gave it a shot. In terms of the free portion of BB it offers way more functionality than others that also have a free option. I am not sure that I really needed the premium version, but purchased it as I believe the developer created a truly helpful app that could possibly make a very positive impact for many. Not only that, the one time fee for the Premium version was so reasonable, I purchased it, really as a thank you for making such a great app available for anyone…and the Premium version even lets me change BB icon😊. Thanks again Burnout Buddy!

I struggled to find a distraction blocker solution for iOS that could also block browser access, but BB does exactly that. My mindless scrolling hours have almost gone away entirely since configuring BB .

I also like that it’s escape hatch is just the right amount of cumbersome to activate.

Perfect and so easy to customize for personal use. I appreciate that it's fully functional as a free app and that the paid option is a one time fee to support the dev-- the price is absolutely worth the value. I recommend this 100% to anyone trying to cut down on screen usage. Thank you so much!

Putting it simply, its effective and straightforward. The ability to have strict block modes with no workaround is great. One time payment to get access to unlimited schemas.
It may lack some of the marketing and UI appeal of some other apps, but those others lack the level of control offered by BB.

Setting up a schedule that blocks long form video essays in the morning and thought provoking apps and games at night has really helped me sleep better. What’s better is that BB doesn’t even force it on you! I didn’t even know there was a PRO version and I went out of my way to rate BB myself!!! Keep up the great work!!

I’ve always struggled with overusing my phone. I’ll often spend 6-10 hours everyday endlessly scrolling my life away until my eyes are strained and my day is wasted.
BB is honestly a lifesaver. I used to use BB blocker built into IOS, but it was far too easy to bypass. Burnout Buddy has saved me hours, even days of my life in the few months I’ve used it. I’m able to get more done, have less anxiety, and feel better about my habits. Amazing app.

BB is immensely helpful in curbing and better directing my phone/device use (I have it installed on my iPad, too!) I’m sure I’m not using it to its full capabilities — I just need it to aggressively block the few apps that absolutely have me by the throat /have me addicted to scrolling every free second of every day. So, for me (and I would guess, most others) the free version is more than enough (plus the fact that BB doesn’t mine my data/ invade my privacy is just beyond) but I absolutely paid to just to support the developer— it’s easily the best five bucks I’ve ever spent.

As a SAHM, I found myself checking my phone for social media much more than I liked. I felt distracted from my son, and I didn’t want to set a bad example by being on the phone always. Now I’m much more present, and I’ve even started reading more because I take books with me to fill the void of scrolling. Now I’m a better mom and I’m setting a good reading example for my son. I also feel better at the end of the day.

BB works so perfectly by allowing you to choose the apps you want to block and the time frame in which you want them blocked. You can also choose to create a time limit for apps if you don’t want to completely limit your access. It’s exactly what I needed. Simple and perfect.

BB has helped change my productivity habits in a short amount of time, and I’m so grateful! I even appreciate the “strict mode” option.