# AppLocker vs Password Manager & Generator

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Password Manager & Generator at 82% against AppLocker's 37%. Password Manager & Generator also leads on rating (4.5 vs 4.3) and ratings volume (1.4K vs 391). AppLocker's advantage is monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. AppLocker sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Password Manager & Generator sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Password Manager & Generator holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 4.3. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 391 and 1.4K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 37% of AppLocker's written reviews are positive against 82% of Password Manager & Generator's.

AppLocker ships an update every 2 weeks, Password Manager & Generator fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | AppLocker | Password Manager & Generator |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.3 (391 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applocker-passcode-lock-apps/id1132845904/reviews) | **[4.5 (1.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-and-generator/id1451571399/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 391 | **1.4K** |
| Positive reviews | 37.3% of reviews | **81.8% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | **Free with in-app purchases** | Subscription |
| Size | 37 MB | 38 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.4 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Denk Alexandru](https://appshunter.io/developer/551756299) | [Best Cool Apps LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1374766228) |

## What reviewers say

### AppLocker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/applocker-passcode-lock-apps/id1132845904)

Secure your sensitive apps with a password, Face ID, or Touch ID. Protect your privacy by preventing unauthorized access to any app on your device, including social media, banking, and photos. Features an emergency password to hide your private content.

**Highlights:** Password protect individual apps, Face ID and Touch ID support, Emergency password feature, Private gallery for photos/videos, Private notes, Removal protection

**Features:** Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Annual Subscription | $8.99 | per year |
| Annual Subscription | $11.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Access | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access | $17.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Amazing app for restricting yourself from games
- 🔒 Good app for security
- 👍 Simple to use
- 👍 Customizable
- 👍 Useful for families

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App can be hacked
- 🐛 Doesn't work as expected
- 🐛 Impossible to uninstall
- 🐛 Crashes and freezes
- 🐛 Forgets password and subscription

**Reported bugs**

- Doesn't accept correct password
- Locks entire system instead of just selected apps
- Blocks access to Activity Monitor and other system tools
- Doesn't work with latest macOS updates

**Requested features**

- Option to automatically lock apps after inactivity
- Ability to reset forgotten password
- Support for Touch ID/Face ID
- Ability to lock more than one app in free version
- Option to hide app icon


### Password Manager & Generator

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/password-manager-and-generator/id1451571399)

Securely store and manage all your digital credentials in one place. Generate strong, unique passwords and organize your information for easy access. Offers quick and secure app unlocking.

**Highlights:** Secure password storage, Strong password generation, Digital identity simplification, Information organization, Quick and secure unlocking, Account management

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

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Passwords Pro - Weekly | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Weekly Special discount | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Passwords Pro - Monthly | $8.99 | per month |
| Passwords Pro - Yearly | $49.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🔒 Secure password storage
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Convenient password management
- 🔒 Keeps personal information safe
- 👍 Simple and straightforward

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Subscription required for full functionality
- 🐛 Frequent prompts to upgrade
- 🐛 Compatibility issues with older devices

**Reported bugs**

- Login screen freezes
- Crashes when trying to view passwords

**Requested features**

- Apple ID login option
- More customization options
- Improved password sharing capabilities


## Frequently asked questions

### Is AppLocker free?

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

### Is Password Manager & Generator free?

Password Manager & Generator is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, AppLocker or Password Manager & Generator?

Password Manager & Generator is rated higher. AppLocker averages 4.3 out of 5 from 391 ratings, while Password Manager & Generator averages 4.5 from 1.4K ratings.

### Do AppLocker or Password Manager & Generator have ads?

Neither AppLocker nor Password Manager & Generator shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, AppLocker or Password Manager & Generator?

AppLocker ships an update every 2 weeks, and Password Manager & Generator fortnightly. Most recently, AppLocker was updated on September 21, 2026 and Password Manager & Generator on September 22, 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.*