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Dumb Phone — Launcher & Themes Positive Reviews

Works well, has potential, room for moreIt works fine for what its supposed to do. I wish it had more customization options, particularly regarding the background. I know widgets don’t support custom images but maybe some themes, gradients, or preset images would be cool if possible, especially ones to push home the retro phone feel. And maybe an option for line breaks between list items, if at all possible. And maybe even an “icon” theme selection. Where maybe the user can select “Square Letter” or “circled letter” and the app simply concatenates a unicode icon associated with the first letter of the app name - stuff like that. Cool app 👍.AppStoreReviews_by_JJVersion: 1.5

Could Be Perfect, Major FlawsI chose this app for the price & simplicity of setup, and in thar regard, the app is great, many of the subscription model options on the app store are at best overpriced & at worst predatory. Unfortunately, as it stands this app does not do what is promised, in that a core feature (adding your own apps & shortcuts) just does not work. It doesn’t matter what I try, or if i follow the tutorials provided exactly, if the app you have isn’t on the preset list (and let me be clear, the list is not great, it’s missing some of many of the most used apps on the app store) you’re going to struggle to add it to your widget or not be able to do it at all. Once this issue is fixed, this app would be the best one available to people looking for a simple non-financially intrusive choice to make their phone lighter & break the habits of checking it, but right now, I’d avoid it..AckasiVersion: 1.0

Widgets brokeRecently experienced issues where the widgets stopped working. This happened after noticing for a couple weeks that some of the touch gestures on the phone got wonky when the widgets were on the screen (like slide down to launch search or slide up to scroll apps). The developers advice was to uninstall and reinstall. Doing so, I lost all of the stored configurations. I definitely was a bit put off by the devs casual response that I just essentially spend 45 minutes of my own time setting everything up again. I had another dumb phone app that I fell back to (had previously used and configured). It didn’t have as many aesthetic customizations, but it also seemed far more stable. I’ll be going with that one for the foreseeable future..Carl_with_an_arlVersion: 1.4

Works Great, One IssueWorks good, great in fact, just allow the widget to be bigger and it will be perfect..Mr.SpartaVersion: 1.1

Works but lots of tweakingThe one-time $3 purchase and no data collected is great. It works and does the job but to get a dark screen, you have to set the phone to dark mode which I don’t like using. Also, the wallpaper masks the dock so it’s still there. It’s a widget that has shortcuts to the apps but this app has to be on to work. It’s an annoying little quirk and if I don’t end up liking the app in the long run, $3 wasn’t bad and I’ll grab another app. If I get used to living in dark mode, I’ll raise the rating. Wish these details were in the product description though..MM13✌🏼Version: 2.2

More Effective Than I ExpectedI bought this as part of the Distraction Free Bundle. It was all worth the $10. I wasn't sure if it would have any effect on me but wow it has. You don't get that enticing glint of another favorite app of yours. If you are serious about minimizing screen time, install the bundle, uninstall your social media apps, and use the other two to dumbify social media too..Echoes1313Version: 2.2

Great Idea!Slight learning curve, but worth it. Wonderful flexibility. Enables me to provide access to whatever apps I use while simplifying my screen. I can also personalize its appearance with colors and fonts. I’m using this on my iPhone and my iPad and discovering more about it and about Shortcuts. This app is making the use of both devices faster and more efficient..Primate1Version: 1.5

Bait n switch.I just bought this app 2 months ago, updated a couple days ago and now I’m completely blocked from using it until I pay for a monthly or annual subscription. I understand changing business pricing, not against subscriptions but immediately locking out a new user isn’t a good look..BGoodyearVersion: 3.2

Good App!I like the idea of the app. When it is working I really enjoy its look and feel. Despite some slight stability issues (that the developer helped me fix below), the app itself offers more customizability than any competitor, and the developer is very helpful and responsive. I believe it is the best DumbPhome app on the market..FadooddlVersion: 4.5

Love itWorks great and their other apps are great too. Devs are on top of bug fixes and updates which is a huge plus. I wish I could tint my app icons to a greyscale theme without it messing up the widget color but I think that’s more of an “issue” with iOS than the app..RyanFullmerVersion: 1.9

Like the app, Hate restartingGreat, simple app with nice features, like app rotation randomization. I’ve had it for around a year now, but every few months the widget will either, stop working, or recently all my widgets got wiped clean. This is extremely frustrating to have to keep remaking all my lists..Nicolasa80Version: 4.3

The day of the update it has quit working.I have enjoyed the app for a few months now. An update was announced today and now when I select and app it takes me to the Dumb Phone setup page. I hope they fix it. I have the paid version..RandomJW3Version: 3.9

Awesome app!I love it. So easy to set up and I’m thrilled to reduce my phone to basic functions to simplify. THANK YOU to the developer(s) for making a great, affordable product.Jonny1123144Version: 1.5

Anything new in v4?Anything new with the latest update? Should we expect anything?.DgherastovschiVersion: 4.0

Very very goodBeen using this for about a year now. Really limits my app usage.SurprisedRaccoonVersion: 4.4

Honest ReviewThe app is overall great whenever it’s working. It’s very effective. Post the most recent update (currently 1-26-2026), my widgets all fell apart. I paid the fee that was necessary. Every time I created a shortcut to open the app, it lead me to the dumb phone app instead of the app the shortcut was designed for. I would love to use this app again..ReaderornonreaderVersion: 4.5

Great AppThis app has helped me curb my phone addiction.Parkermon18Version: 1.5

IOS 26The app no longer works with the iOS 26 update.Mr. Eric RVersion: 3.6

AwesomeMade me see above all.Huak Tuah Fan!Version: 1.9

Love a dumb launcherThese really are the best. Love a minimal look.Sir Chazzington the FlyVersion: 4.7

It works!Easy to use. I got all his apps to try to do a “challenge”. I deleted the YouTube app, all socials (except LinkedIn, which I use for work), and activated this along his apps that limit all possible distractions on Safari. They work!.Rojo PastelVersion: 1.5

Unavailable developerWorked well at first when I paid for it. But the developer changed it to subscription model and wont reply to email for “complimentary upgrade”..PalaniHVersion: 4.8

Strong developer supportWhile the app does occasionally break after big IOS updates, the developer Yehven is receptive and fixes bugs as they come up.Spitfire123321Version: 4.7

Seems great so far!A bit complicated to set up (not the app’s fault because you have to configure phone settings correctly) but they have tutorials for everything that are pretty clear. Took me a while to get the Home Screen background to exactly match the Dock background (turn off blurring in the lockscreen/Home Screen wallpaper settings). Now I think I have everything as I want it. Will revise my review in a few weeks..PhotoratVersion: 2.5

Good app, one big problemYea this app is very good, if and when it works. Every update your widgets will break completely or disappear. Not at all what I paid for. Edit: like I said, the app itself functions very well. But even one of the recent updates broke all of my widgets. It’s annoying to have to spend 10 mins fixing it each update. That being said, the developer is easy to contact with any issues. I wish there were less bugs, but yevhen is quick to help when there are problems..Joe Schmo..Version: 4.7

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Dumb Phone — Launcher & Themes Negative Reviews

New Update Interrupts Music ConstantlyThey recently released a new update that makes the app look a little better, but now the transition from HomeScreen -> Dumb Phone App -> Target App is noticeably longer and every-time I’m playing music on the phone or via CarPlay and I use the homescreen shortcuts via this app, the app pauses my music!!!! EVERY TIME!!!! It’s extremely frustrating and I’m about to stop using this app entirely because it’s so annoying. Not to mention that I reported this behavior weeks ago and haven’t heard any response since then. Note to the developer… please listen to your bug reports!.James KerfVersion: 3.3

Primitive and ConfusingThe application is very primitive and does not have any comfort features, as applications must be added one by one, which is very boring. Also, there are applications that I do not have, and there are applications that do not appear to be added. This application is confusing and needs to be developed to serve the purpose comfortably and correctly. I do not want applications that I do not have to appear to me, and I want to see my applications appear. I also do not want to spend my day trying to add my favorite applications..Osama_OmariVersion: 1.1

They ruined itThe app was great but the last update completely wiped all the widgets (and I had several that I’d put a lot of thought into) and then this most recent update makes it so that it only opens the app rather than triggering the shortcut. So it’s now completely useless. I’ll hold out for a minute to see if they fix it but after that, I’ve learned my lesson and I’m not going to update this app ever again. And no, recreating them doesn’t fix the problem..Finfamx4Version: 4.4

ScamPaid for app a while ago and suddenly stopped work as of recently. Deleted and reinstalled and met with a new subscription model. No restore purchase option, thanks for stealing my money. Don't pay $80 a year for it, was barely worth it when it was a one time payment of a few bucks. It doesn't function like a finished product and has issues constantly..DoodldudeVersion: 4.5

Was great while it workedI have been using this app for almost a year and within the last handful of months it just stopped working. I have reached out via the support email twice with emails and I’ve gotten no response back for help. I will be abandoning this app..SchaabsVersion: 4.2

Major IssuesI’m unable to add my custom apps to a widget. I click to select one (of the custom apps) and it selects them all. When you click add nothing gets added to the widget. Also, since the iOS 26 update, iMessage always opens into a new draft— it doesn’t just open the app normally. Please address and happy to change back to 5 stars..Sabo The SwedeVersion: 3.4

Paid for use of the app now membershipI bought this app for like $5 if I remember right, now they’re charging for “plus” to continue to use it. Super disappointing because I chose this app over alternatives because there wasn’t a subscription fee. There are better options out there just use those….DoidelmuffinsVersion: 3.1

Stops workingApp randomly stops working often and the apps launcher stops launching apps. Super annoying. When it works it’s cool but frustrating when it stops doing the only thing it’s supposed to do. Especially for 10$.FritzschullerVersion: 4.5

Every update breaks itReally liked the simplicity of the app and used it regularly for 6 months only for a new update to get pushed to break it. I’ve had to replace every widget by hand at least 4 times, now it no longer even works.Gforce106Version: 4.4

Great app, latest version (3.9) is brokenI've really enjoyed and paid for this app, but the latest version doesn't work. Tapping on an app name just opens the app, which stares at you dumbly. No shortcuts run, no apps opened, nothing. It's entirely nonfunctional. Please roll back this release and fix it!.AglzenVersion: 3.9

Can’t get past paying for itOnce I purchased the one week subscription, I was completely blocked from continuing. I can’t hit continue no matter what. I hardly even got to set up the app. I’m so sad, I was really hoping for this to work.Kate Apple UserVersion: 4.7

Not what I expectedIf you want a black or white wallpaper and a widget that has shortcuts to apps then this is for you. If you’re looking for what I was looking for and want something that can be turned on and hide other apps, then this is not for you..Dog lover 1325Version: 2.2

Deleted it after the latest update.“Bug fixes and improvements” actually meant hiding the most useful feature behind a paywall. I’m not paying $4.99 a month for a launcher..ArisquaredVersion: 4.6

Straight up not workingOnly Apple default apps will actually open from the widget. Shortcut apps are bugged, don’t work at all either..WeatherReport9Version: 3.8

Literally can’t figure it out to use toToo complicated. Not up to par with ease of use of any app I’ve used on the iPhone..Alec DurkVersion: 1.9

Doesn’t workDoesn’t work.WildSt@rVersion: 1.5

Good app, less than good devThis app works, mostly, but the price for lifetime membership has been raised from $2.99 to $29.99 . Us early customers are treated to a splash screen suggesting we pay more when opening the app..ATypicalCustomer25Version: 3.1

Paid for the app, stopped working when subscription got addedWas the best widget. I thought I had lifetime access since I had paid, however the dev added a subscription so my money went to waste. What a shame..Upsetuser458Version: 3.9

No longer works. Thief developer.I purchased this app and have been using it for months. Now, they updated it and nothing works unless you pay for a subscription. Also, they added what seems like a bunch of vibe coded broken features. Stay away..SENDiT728Version: 3.9

Used to be great.This used to be the best Dumbphone app, I recently purchased a new phone and was setting everything up again. The custom app prompt is broken and will clear the field after you test the url scheme, not allowing you to create the the custom app. The app now has a subscription too, which is a bit unfortunate because this used to be the only free app on the market..Tee06erVersion: 3.2

Does not workApp doesn't work. You are required to do a lot of steps before phone looks dumb. Camera and phone does not work. App is nothing more than a tutorial on how to dumbify the phone yourself. Will delete and restore my settings. Don't waste your money. Get a different app or by a dumb phone.HsuwgqVersion: 2.1

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