Brick App Review
Software companion for physical magnetic NFC stone phone blocking
- Editor's pick
- blocking
- blocking
- offline activity
Last checked by hand on 2026-03-06
What is Brick App?
Pairs with the physical Brick NFC stone to lock chosen distracting apps until you physically tap your phone against the stone again.
How Does Brick App Work?
Brick App works through blocking, offline activity, aimed at Hardware-enforced app blocking requiring physical NFC stone tap to unlock. It steps in at the moment the reflex kicks in, so you get a beat to decide whether you actually want to open that app.
Key Features of Brick App
- Zero willpower bypass possible without touching the physical stone
- Allows emergency contact and utility whitelist while locked
- Clean, tactile minimalist hardware aesthetic
Who is Brick App Best For?
Anyone who habitually overrides on-screen passwords and screen-time limits
Who Should Avoid Brick App?
Frequent travelers who don't want to carry an additional physical item
Pros & Cons
What we liked
- Zero willpower bypass possible without touching the physical stone
- Allows emergency contact and utility whitelist while locked
- Clean, tactile minimalist hardware aesthetic
Watch out for
- Requires purchasing physical hardware accessory ($49)
- Leaving stone at home means no unlocks until you return
Supported Platforms
- iPhone: supported
- Android: supported
- Mac: not supported
- Windows: not supported
- Web: not supported
iPhone & iPad, Android
Pricing & Plans
Privacy & Data Security
Uses local Apple Screen Time APIs; zero data uploaded or sold to external brokers.
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