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.
I have really struggled with phone addiction. Tried every app blocker, technique etc. I thought as a last resort I would try the Brick as to buy it outright is cheaper than maintaining an app subscription for the year. I put my Brick in my car and I have been achieving Bricked periods for 23 hours most days with a stint of 50 hours as my best. Keeping my Brick in my car means I am not tempted to un-brick and also I have to be really intentional if I do want to unbrick for a short period. It has made social media feel ultimately quite boring and now I scroll for a short period before getting bored. It no longer has the appeal. It’s still early days but this has had the most positive change for me. I did wonder how the Brick would differ from what is already on the market but to keep the Brick in my car has been a game changer for me. I am sure there are other ways you can be creative if you don’t have the car option.
Developer Response
This is an incredible story, the car setup and those long Bricked stretches are huge wins. Thanks for sharing what’s working for you and inspiring others to get creative.
More to do
lking679
Update: Brick has released a scheduling feature which is a great idea! Set it up to use today.The ‘workarounds’ no longer work and I can’t get online via a link in another app like notes.I still have issues with the app crashing when selecting apps to block but I copy and paste the app name into the selections now which for some reason stops it crashing rather than just typing in the name so it’s an easy work around. Saved my sanity around my kids!Old review; I bought Brick and as a UK user had to pay quite a lot to get one. I do really like it but 1) It was problematic trying to block safari, the instructions didn’t work brilliantly but I got there in the end. 2) I have found work arounds for example if I have a hyperlink in my notes app I can follow it and get online even if the browsers are locked, when I find one I try and block the app which leaves me toMy biggest issue 3) the app crashes when setting up which apps are blocked. Brick acknowledge this and I eventually get there but it has been annoying that I have to try repeatedly before I can block an app and finally 4) I don’t have any emergency unbricks for some reason which means I can only brick the phone when physically near the hardware as I don’t want to have to delete the app and start all again! Overall though it’s a useful tool which is allowing me to be much more present at bedtime with my kids.
Developer Response
Thanks for this thoughtful review. We're always improving so this is helpful. We can help you with your Emergency Unbricks if you reach us out to hello@getbrick.app
Life changing
Can’t fault, love it
This has been what we needed. We don’t have to get rid of social media but we’ve managed to take control of it again. We brick out the evenings and get to sleep much faster and sleep better and it’s turned into a completion as to who between my wife and I can stay bricked longer. It’s such a simple concept but it’s made such a significant difference almost immediately. I love that there are no subscription fees, no ads and you can use one brick for multiple people or buy multiple bricks for multiple places like the car too! Literally amazing. Can’t recommend enough, if you want to control how you use your iPhone and stop it controlling you.
Developer Response
We really appreciate your detailed feedback. It’s wonderful to hear how much structure and calm Brick has brought into your routine.
Break the cycle
LondonCalling 123
I’ve used a number of ways for reducing my screen use including using native iOS app limits. But at some point, it becomes automatic to remove them. Then comes Brick…a device that I keep on my fridge and all the infinite scroll apps I use are bricked….just having a physical barrier to needing to get up and touch the brick to unlock is just enough time for me to think that it’s not worth it. Result, app use down by 40%! It might seem expensive at first look and of course the technology can be replicated. But it does what it needs to and unlike others, has no charge for the software so doesn’t lock you into a pesky subscription!! Keep up the good work lads
Developer Response
This is exactly the kind of shift we hope to support. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Thank you for updating the Brick app! We've updated our iOS app with bug fixes and changes to improve your overall experience.
Version 2026.20.1
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