Comparison

Self vs AppCrypt

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Self

Temporarily block access to social media, games, and other online distractions by generating a forgotten password. Set a timer for when the password will be revealed again, allowing you to focus on your work and real-life relationships.

Highlights
  • Generate random, unmemorable passwords
  • Temporarily block social media and games
  • Set a timer for password reveal
  • Log out of distracting accounts
  • Protect passwords with Touch ID or passcode
Features
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The ultimate idea is we choose to forget our password for a while and block ourselves from our own accounts on social networks, online games and other online distractions / addictions. HOW : • Firstly, the app generates a randomly ordered 15-character password, such as yJQV4RgcUexF82, it is not easily remembered, right? • Secondly, you have to CHANGE the password by yourself, replace the current one with that password. To do this, go to your Account Settings page on Facebook or other services like Twitter, Tumblr, DotA, League Of Legends, ... • Thirdly, set the TIMER, tell the app when to show you the password again. It should be the time you finish your study, your work • Lastly, LOG OUT, and that's it! Now you are temporarily disconnected from your social networks and have no way to get back in. Let's focus on your work, enjoy real life and use your energy on things that matter NOTICE: • You should not write the password out, so this method is useless • You should not let the browser remember your password, so ONE password can be used over and over again • Don't worry when the app is accidentally DELETED, get it again from the App Store and everything will be restored! • The password is presented on two lines, so you can choose your own geometric pattern to re-order the characters to create a DIFFERENT password • There are options to PROTECT your passwords from other users on your devices, from Touch ID to a 4-digit passcode WHY : • I believe that people have their right to control themselves from the attraction of technologies. There are more and more people get sick of Internet addiction but hardly do anything to escape it • Social media is an integral part of our lives, it helps overcoming geographic distances and sharing knowledge around the world. But some companies have been exploiting its entertaining features for their own profit, they commercialize our lives, enjoy to see us wasting our time, so I'm here to help. • Lastly, although we can easily connect with anyone around the world, we face difficulties while talking face-to-face with the important ones. Let's think about it, let's disconnect to stay connected in real life with real relationships

About

AppCrypt

This app provides comprehensive privacy and digital wellness tools by locking individual applications and blocking specific websites. It offers scheduling features to manage access and prevent distractions, enhancing productivity and security.

Highlights
  • App lock for individual apps
  • Website blocker for specific sites
  • Customizable schedules for app/site access
  • PIN protection for apps
  • Block adult sites with one tap
  • Hide App Store and Delete App options
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AppCrypt is an app lock and website blocker rolled into one, with a schedule feature to give you flexibility. * Lock your important apps to protect your privacy * Block addictive and inappropriate sites for better digital wellness * Limit distractions from apps and sites while working or studying to boost productivity Main features: - App lock • Lock individual apps, such as WhatsApp, Messages, Photos, etc. • Lock categories of apps, such as Social, Games, etc. • Lock apps with a 4- or 6-digit PIN • Auto re-lock apps after they’ve been unlocked for e.g., 10 minutes • Lock AppCrypt itself, protecting your app lock settings - Website blocker • Block specific websites, such as youtube.com, tiktok.com, etc. • Support Safari, Chrome, Edge, Firefox and other browsers • Support both normal browsing mode and incognito mode • Block adult sites with just one tap - Schedule • Add, edit, turn on/off, and delete schedules • Set a schedule by selecting the days of the week and a start and end time • Schedules apply to both app lock and website blocker • Lock apps and block sites permanently based on the default schedule Additional features: - Hide the App Store app to prevent new apps from being installed - Hide the Delete App option to prevent existing apps from being deleted - Disable in-app purchases to prevent unwanted purchases from being made Benefits of using AppCrypt: * Stop others from snooping through your apps, photos, messages, notes, etc. * Stop kids from messing with your apps, like changing camera settings * Restrict access to distracting apps and websites to improve focus * Block porn, gambling and other bad apps and sites to help stop addiction * Limit time spent on apps and websites, reducing screen time * Prevent unauthorized app installing and deleting, avoiding unwanted changes * Prevent unauthorized in-app purchases, avoiding unexpected charges AppCrypt is easy to use and versatile. You can use it as an app lock, app blocker, website blocker, screen time limiting app, productivity app, etc. Get it now! Support If you have any questions about AppCrypt, please feel free to contact our support team at support@cisdem.com. Terms of Use: https://www.cisdem.com/about/terms-of-use.html Privacy Policy: https://www.cisdem.com/resource/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Self4 screens
AppCrypt4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: AppCrypt at 88% against Self's 21%. AppCrypt also leads on rating (5.0 vs 3.2) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 13 months). Self's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 16.0). On price, ratings volume, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. AppCrypt sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Self asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

AppCrypt holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 15 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 21% of Self's written reviews are positive against 88% of AppCrypt's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Self ships an update every 13 months, AppCrypt every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 11, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
Self versus AppCrypt: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSelfAppCrypt
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.2 (15 ratings)5.0 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews20.9% of reviews88.3% of reviews — better
Number of ratings15 — better6
Update frequencyEvery 13 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, Mac — better
Requires iOS8.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size46 MB4 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperWeHelpCisdem Inc.

Customer experience

Self

All ratings15 ratings
Positive46.7%
Neutral13.3%
Negative40.0%
Written reviews43 reviews
Positive20.9%
Neutral4.7%
Negative74.4%

AppCrypt

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews77 reviews
Positive88.3%
Neutral3.9%
Negative7.8%

In-app purchases

None

Self

No in-app purchases

2 purchases

AppCrypt

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Subscription7 Days trial$3.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Self free?
Self is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is AppCrypt free?
AppCrypt is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Self or AppCrypt?
AppCrypt is rated higher. Self averages 3.2 out of 5 from 15 ratings, while AppCrypt averages 5.0 from 6 ratings.
Do Self or AppCrypt have ads?
Neither Self nor AppCrypt shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Self or AppCrypt?
Self ships an update every 13 months, and AppCrypt every 2 weeks. Most recently, Self was updated on October 11, 2026 and AppCrypt on October 6, 2026.

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