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Entry price
$59/mo
Higher than 98% of peersNiche median $6/mo
Creators
TJ Driver
@livebricked· 1,227 followers
Launched
3y ago
2023-05-04 · Est.

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  • Launched on Show HN (3 pts)Launch

    I made a physical app blocker with ESP32 — Lately I've been getting a ton of ads for a device called Brick which is an NFC tag that you have to scan in order to unlock distracting a…

    Jan 13 · 10mo agoLaunch page

  • Launched on Product HuntLaunch

    Your phone, minus the distractions

    Nov 20, 2023 · 2y agoLaunch page

  • Launched on Show HN (4 pts · 1 comments)Launch

    We built a device that makes our iPhones tools again — Hey HN - we're two lifelong friends who just graduated college, and we built a device to help us use our iPhones more intentionally. We re…

    May 4, 2023 · 3y agoLaunch page

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Show HN
2023-05-04Source
Post excerpt:
Hey HN - we're two lifelong friends who just graduated college, and we built a device to help us use our iPhones more intentionally. We realized how much smartphones negatively impact so many of our daily experiences with constant notifications and temptations to scroll. We tried out the existing solutions, but nothing was quite right (software-only solution
Show HN
2026-01-13Source
Post excerpt:
Lately I've been getting a ton of ads for a device called Brick https://getbrick.app/ which is an NFC tag that you have to scan in order to unlock distracting apps on your phone. I really like the idea, and since I had an ESP32 with a screen laying around I figured that I could use this instead. I made a simple iOS app that uses the Screen Time API to block

Open Source & Self-Hosting

GitHub · MCP / Skill
Last commit 2026-02-05
GitHub Stars
★ 4
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Store data

App Store · Google Play
Brick - Ditch Distractions
Brick - Ditch Distractions App Storev2026.30.24+
Brick LLC (Wisconsin)ProductivityLifestyle
Updated 4mo ago
Rating
★ 4.9448K ratings
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First released
2023-09-1554 MB
Rating Distribution (1★–5★)5★ 96% · 1★ 0%
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Store Screenshots (5)
Latest Release Notes (v2026.30.2)

Thank you for updating the Brick app! We've updated our iOS app with bug fixes and changes to improve your overall experience.

Brick is the world's first digital wellness tool designed to turn smartphones back into tools, helping people take back control of their time, attention, and technology. A small tool paired with a powerful app that temporarily removes distracting apps and their notifications from your iPhone, leaving only what you choose. In a world designed for constant distraction, Brick introduces a simple but powerful idea: friction. By requiring a physical tap to enable or disable distracting apps, Brick creates a deliberate pause between impulse and action - turning smartphones back into tools for what matters. HOW IT WORKS Choose which apps or websites to block: social media, games, news, streaming, or anything distracting Tap your iPhone to Brick to activate your chosen mode A focus timer starts automatically, tracking your distraction-free time Place Brick somewhere out of reach and go live your life When you're ready, tap again to regain access Not nearby? Activate Brick remotely in the app. You'll still need the physical Brick to unblock, keeping the commitment real. FEATURES Block any iPhone app (except the dialer, per Apple policy) and select Safari websites Create custom modes for different parts of your day: Work, Family, Sleep, Gym, Study, Focus, and more A built-in focus timer tracks how long you stay undistracted Strict Mode closes loopholes, preventing workarounds while you're in a session 5 Emergency Unbricks included for unexpected situations Usage history tracks your progress so you can see how your habits improve over time. No subscriptions and no monthly fees. Buy once, use forever DESIGNED FOR EVERY PART OF YOUR LIFE Parents use Brick to create device-free family time and build healthier habits around technology. Students rely on it during study sessions and exam prep when focus matters most. Professionals use it for deep work without the constant pull of notifications. Athletes keep it in the locker room to stay locked in before competition. Brick is also a thoughtful gift for anyone trying to build a healthier relationship with their screen habits, reduce anxiety from constant notifications, or simply spend less time scrolling and more time living. WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING Featured in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, CNN, The Economist, Fortune, Vogue, TechCrunch, CNET, Fast Company, The Washington Post, Business Insider, and The New Yorker. With over 35,000 five-star reviews, people describe Brick as the thing that finally helped them break free from screen addiction. Join a growing community choosing to take back their time and reclaim hours lost to technology. HSA & FSA ELIGIBLE Brick qualifies as an HSA and FSA eligible purchase through our partnership with Truemed. Use pre-tax health savings to invest in your digital wellness and mental health. WHAT'S INCLUDED Your purchase includes the physical Brick and full lifetime access to the companion app. No subscriptions. No hidden fees. No ads. Brick helps you take back your time, turn your phone back into a tool, and use technology the way it should be: with intention.

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Traffic data: Vaneform

Pricing

Brick
$59/once
Lifetime app access included.
Brick Night
$129/once

Trial: None · 2 paid tiers ($59–$129) · Observed 2026-11-09 · Source page

Entry price $59/mo, Higher than 98% of peers; “Habits, Focus & Time Tracking” median is $6/mo.View pricing benchmark

Pages & changes

Tracked since 2023-11-20

Key pages

Weekly snapshots
getbrick.com/ Snapshot 2026-11-09

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No pricing, plan, or positioning changes detected since tracking started.

Questions & evidence

How much does Brick cost?
Brick: $59/once; Brick Night: $129/once. Observed 2026-11-09. Check the source for current billing terms, usage limits and taxes.Source
What is Brick and what platforms does it support?
Brick is catalogued under Habits, Focus & Time Tracking: Brick LLC. Supported platforms: Mobile App.
Is Brick open source?
Brick has a public repository (https://github.com/benjamin-feldman/esp32-blocker) with its source repository published, recording 4 GitHub stars.Source

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