# TouchLock BT vs App Lock

The clearest difference is rating: App Lock at 4.6 against TouchLock BT's 3.6. App Lock also leads on ratings volume (6.6K vs 5) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 2 months). TouchLock BT's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 14) and ads (none vs shown). On price, review sentiment and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. App Lock sells 14 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. TouchLock BT asks for nothing beyond the download.

App Lock holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: App Lock has 6.6K ratings behind it against 5, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of TouchLock BT's written reviews are positive against 73% of App Lock's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

TouchLock BT ships an update every 2 months, App Lock every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 26, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | TouchLock BT | App Lock |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [3.6 (5 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchlock-bt/id1276478039/reviews) | **[4.6 (6.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-lock-apps/id6469686557/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 5 | **6.6K** |
| Positive reviews | **75.0% of reviews** | 73.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 9 MB | 108 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 16.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [BIO-key HK](https://appshunter.io/developer/1249294306) | [友财 徐](https://appshunter.io/developer/1637405734) |

## What reviewers say

### TouchLock BT

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/touchlock-bt/id1276478039)

This utility app allows users to manage and control their TouchLock BT device. It provides a simple interface for interacting with the hardware, ensuring seamless operation.

**Highlights:** Control TouchLock BT hardware, Manage device settings, Seamless operation, Simple interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


### App Lock

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/app-lock-lock-apps/id6469686557)

Manage screen time and enhance privacy with customizable modes for work, personal use, and parental control. Set app restrictions, use geofencing, and secure apps with passwords or biometrics. Features include intruder alerts and app disguise for added security.

**Highlights:** Parental Control (Teen Mode), Multiple Modes (Work, Personal, Beast), App Restrictions & Time Limits, Geofencing for Location-Based Locks, Password & Biometric Protection, App Disguise & Intruder Alerts, Widget & Dynamic Island Quick Re-lock

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

**In-app purchases (14)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $3.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $5.99 | per month |
| Monthly Membership | $7.99 | per month |
| Yearly Membership | $9.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership | $14.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership | $16.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership | $18.99 | per year |
| Yearly Membership | $18.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Membership | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $21.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $27.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Membership | $36.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Fast and efficient
- 🔒 Excellent security features
- 👍 User-friendly interface
- 💡 Customizable settings
- 🔒 Protects privacy effectively

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes or glitches
- 🔋 High battery consumption
- 💰 Too many ads
- 🔒 Difficulty unlocking locked apps

**Reported bugs**

- Locked apps sometimes become unlocked randomly
- App deletion issues, unable to uninstall

**Requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Shortcut support for quick access
- Ability to lock/unlock apps without opening the app
- Improved notification handling for locked apps


## Frequently asked questions

### Is TouchLock BT free?

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

### Is App Lock free?

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

### Which has better reviews, TouchLock BT or App Lock?

App Lock is rated higher. TouchLock BT averages 3.6 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while App Lock averages 4.6 from 6.6K ratings.

### Do TouchLock BT or App Lock have ads?

App Lock shows ads; TouchLock BT does not.

### Which is updated more often, TouchLock BT or App Lock?

TouchLock BT ships an update every 2 months, and App Lock every 2 weeks. Most recently, TouchLock BT was updated on June 1, 2026 and App Lock on September 26, 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.*