# TTLock vs My Diary

The clearest difference is review sentiment: My Diary at 71% against TTLock's 25%. My Diary also leads on rating (4.7 vs 2.9) and ratings volume (28K vs 548). TTLock's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 9). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. My Diary sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. TTLock asks for nothing beyond the download.

My Diary holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.9. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: My Diary has 28K ratings behind it against 548, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 25% of TTLock's written reviews are positive against 71% of My Diary's.

TTLock ships an update every 3 weeks, My Diary every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 28, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TTLock | My Diary |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [2.9 (548 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttlock/id1033046018/reviews) | **[4.7 (28K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-diary-journal-with-lock/id1579321589/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 548 | **28K** |
| Positive reviews | 25.3% of reviews | **71.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 3 weeks | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 371 MB | 119 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod, Apple Watch** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hangzhou Sciener Smart Technology](https://appshunter.io/developer/1360996795) | [BetterApp Tech Co., Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/1579321591) |

## What reviewers say

### TTLock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ttlock/id1033046018)

Unlock your doors using your smartphone via Bluetooth. This app requires compatible hardware to function. Contact support directly within the app for any inquiries.

**Highlights:** Unlock doors via Bluetooth, Requires compatible hardware, In-app support contact, Phone-based access control

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Works well
- 👍 Easy to use
- 💡 Lots of features
- 🔒 Secure access
- 🤖 Integrates with Alexa

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues
- 🔋 Battery drain problems
- 🤯 Confusing instructions
- 🤖 Alexa integration not reliable
- 🤔 Can't see lock status

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes after updates
- Can't delete old locks from app
- Fingerprint scanner not working
- Remote unlock not functioning
- Passcode changes not syncing

**Requested features**

- Show lock/unlock status in app
- Add proximity unlock feature
- Improve Alexa integration
- Allow minute-level passcode scheduling
- Provide better customer support


### My Diary

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-diary-journal-with-lock/id1579321589)

This app offers a secure and personalized digital journal for recording daily thoughts, memories, and emotions. Enhance entries with photos, themes, and mood tracking. It's designed to support mental well-being by providing a private space for self-reflection and emotional processing.

**Highlights:** Password-protected diary, Add photos and drawings, Customizable themes and backgrounds, Mood tracking and analysis, Rich text editing, Journaling guides

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (9)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Diary VIP ( Month ) | $2.99 | per month |
| Diary VIP ( Month ) | $2.99 | per month |
| Diary Subscription Yearly | $16.99 | per year |
| My Diary Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| My Diary Premium Yearly | $19.99 | per year |
| My Diary Yearly VIP | $23.99 | per year |
| Diary Permanent VIP | $29.99 | one-time |
| Permanent VIP | $39.99 | one-time |
| My Diary Permanent VIP | $49.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure with password, fingerprint, and security question options
- 📝 Easy to write and express thoughts
- 🎨 Customizable with themes, stickers, and photos
- 🗓️ Helpful for tracking moods and daily activities

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Many features locked behind premium paywall
- 🔍 Limited free theme and sticker options
- 🐛 Issues with formatting, text editing, and photo placement
- 🔄 Requires restoring purchases frequently

**Reported bugs**

- App crashing or freezing
- Entries not saving properly
- Inconsistent behavior with password/lock features

**Requested features**

- Ability to sync across devices
- More free customization options
- Landscape mode support for tablets
- Better organization tools like folders or tags


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TTLock free?

TTLock is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is My Diary free?

My Diary is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, TTLock or My Diary?

My Diary is rated higher. TTLock averages 2.9 out of 5 from 548 ratings, while My Diary averages 4.7 from 28K ratings.

### Do TTLock or My Diary have ads?

Both TTLock and My Diary show ads.

### Which is updated more often, TTLock or My Diary?

TTLock ships an update every 3 weeks, and My Diary every 2 weeks. Most recently, TTLock was updated on October 26, 2026 and My Diary on October 28, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*